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Sep 2025
Northern Endeavour decommissioning program phase 2: request for tender
We’ve released a request for tender (RFT) on AusTender for a lead contractor to deliver phase 2 of the program. Submissions close 1 December. -
Sep 2025
A $500 million grant to grow green iron production capability
The National Development Stream of the Green Iron Investment Fund will support Australian businesses leading the shift to sustainable manufacturing. -
Sep 2025
Statement on Australia and EU starting non-binding exploratory talks on possible association to Horizon Europe
To supplement the exploratory talks, we are seeking views on Australia’s possible association to the European Union’s (EU) flagship research and innovation program. -
Sep 2025
Funding for business and research collaborations with commercial solutions
Round 18 of the Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grants are now open. Applications close 7 October. -
Sep 2025
Future tech builders supercharged to develop Australia-Korea partnerships
We’re supporting 8 leading-edge innovators to collaborate with Korean counterparts through the Global Connections Fund (GCF). -
Aug 2025
Announcing our 2025–29 corporate plan
Find out more about our department’s forward strategy in our new corporate plan. -
Aug 2025
Strategic Examination of Research and Development issues papers: have your say
The independent panel is seeking feedback on solutions to key issues in a series of papers. Submissions welcome until 30 September.
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19 August 2025
National Science Week 2026 grants now open
Individuals and organisations can apply for up to $20,000 to deliver science engagement activities during next year’s National Science Week. Applications close 29 September. -
4 August 2025
Celebrate National Science Week 2025
Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology takes place from Saturday 9 August to Sunday 17 August. -
27 March 2025
Prehistoric rock, Indigenous storytelling and oceanography activities feature at National Science We...
Australia’s biggest annual celebration of science takes place from 9-17 August. We’re funding 31 community science events with $515,000 in grants. -
20 February 2025
Celebrating 25 years of Science Meets Parliament
Australia’s most important event connecting STEM experts, policymakers and federal parliamentarians took place in Canberra on 12-13 February. -
4 February 2025
Nominations are open for the PM’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems!
The new prize recognises the contributions of Australian Indigenous knowledge systems to science, our nation and humanity. Applications close 20 March 2025. -
24 January 2025
Almost $2 million for hands-on STEM experiences for young Australians
Robotics, virtual reality and cybersecurity feature among 26 projects funded by Maker Projects - Community STEM Engagement grants. -
11 December 2024
Meet our new STEM superstars
Science and Technology Australia (STA) announce 60 amazing women and non-binary people to be the latest Superstars of STEM. -
28 November 2024
Nominate a scientist or innovator for the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Distinguished Professor Calum Drummond AO shares his nomination tips for the PM Prizes. Get your nomination in by 17 December 2024. -
29 October 2024
Nominate an inspiring scientist or innovator for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Show a scientist or research-based innovator how much you value their work. Nominations close 17 December. -
25 October 2024
Nominate a great science teacher for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Show a science, technology, engineering or mathematics teacher how much you value their work. Nominations close 17 December. -
9 October 2024
New PM’s Prizes category to celebrate Indigenous knowledge systems
The 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science will feature a new prize to recognise achievements through Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems. -
9 October 2024
Nominations open for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science!
Do you know an inspiring scientist, research-based innovator, or science teacher? Nominate them for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science!