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Aug 2022

Government and business partner to establish mRNA production in Australia

The Australian Government, Moderna and the Victorian Government have finalised partnership arrangements to establish an mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility at Monash University in Melbourne.
Aug 2022

2022 update to the List of critical technologies in the national interest: have your say

The 63 technologies identified in the list are current and emerging technologies with the capacity to significantly enhance or pose risk to our national interest.
Aug 2022

Celebrating National Science Week 2022

We’re celebrating National Science Week 2022 from Saturday, 13 August to Sunday, 21 August.

Celebrating measurement achievements

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National Measurement Institute

The 2022 Metrology Awards showcase Australia's measurement innovations across a range of fields

Get to know the winners
Aug 2022 National Measurement Institute

New compliance plan to build confidence in trade measurement

The National Measurement Institute's latest compliance plan helps support confidence in trade measurement.
Aug 2022 National Measurement Institute

Showcasing National Measurement Institute scientists this National Science Week

Hear from our experts about why science matters and what they love about working in measurement science.
Aug 2022 National Measurement Institute

2022 Metrology Awards: a special celebration for National Science Week

Join the National Measurement Institute online on 16 August to recognise outstanding achievements in measurement. Vote for the winner of the People’s Choice Award through live voting.

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Sep 2022

PERUMIN to showcase Australia’s METS industry

The Australian Government is supporting our mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector at Peru’s annual mining conference.
Sep 2022

Critical minerals projects receive $50 million

The Australian Government has committed $50 million to the critical minerals industry.
Jul 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Delegation visit marks first milestone in Australia–India critical minerals partnership

The Critical Minerals Facilitation Office arranged the visit under the Australia–India Critical Minerals Investment Partnership.

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31 Aug 2022

Industry Capability Network (ICN) Tasmania is helping Tasmanian companies find work

The network is helping Tasmanian businesses win contracts on major government and civil projects across the defence, construction, mining, oil and gas, rail and manufacturing sectors.
5 Apr 2022

Updated regulations and principles for the R&D Tax Incentive

We’ve made some minor changes to the administration of the scheme.
25 Feb 2022

Country of Origin Labelling evaluation report released

We have evaluated the reforms made to the Country of Origin Labelling (CoOL) for food. We will not be making any major changes to the CoOL for food requirements at this time.
15 Jun 2021

New online tool makes hiring process simpler for small business

The Employment Contract Tool helps employers to confidently hire a new staff member and meet their obligations under Australia’s Fair Work system.

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Sep 2022

Australian Government to revitalise our science priorities

The Australian Government has announced plans to refresh Australia’s Science and Research Priorities and National Science Statement.
Sep 2022

The state of STEM gender equity in 2022

We’ve updated the STEM Equity Monitor with the latest data on women and girls’ participation in STEM.
Sep 2022

National Quantum Advisory Committee to strengthen Australia’s quantum industry

The committee will provide expert advice to bolster Australia as a quantum leader.

Space and astronomy news

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Apr 2022 Australian Space Agency

G’day Moon: Australia’s boldest adventure yet

The Australian Space Agency’s new campaign to promote Australia’s first lunar mission.
Apr 2022 Australian Space Agency

Proposed changes to space and high power rocket activities: have your say

We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Space (Launches and Returns) (General) Rules 2019 and Space (Launches and Returns) (High Power Rocket) Rules 2019.
Mar 2022 Australian Space Agency

Investment to help Australian businesses tap into India’s booming space industry

A $25 million expansion of the International Space Investment (ISI) initiative will unlock opportunities for Australian businesses and researchers to work with India’s space industry.
Mar 2022 Australian Space Agency

Keeping Australia’s space sector soaring

The Australian Government is cementing Australia as a leading space nation in the region, with a range of new investments and reforms.
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19 January 2022

Nominate for the 2022 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science: Closing 10 Feb!

Nominations are open for the 2022 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science.
24 November 2021

Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science: 2022 nominations open

Nominations are now open for the 2022 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science.
3 November 2021

Recipients of the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science announced!

The Australian scientific, research and science teaching community joined an online event on 3 November 2021 to celebrate achievements of the country’s leading scientists, research-based innovators and science educators.
11 October 2021

Celebrating the 2021 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

Save the date! The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science will be presented in an online public event on Wednesday 3 November 2021.
15 February 2021

Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science: nominations open

Help us find the next recipients of the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science! Nominations close 9 March 2021.
28 October 2020

‘Discovery of the century’ recognised in the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

Scientists, innovators and teachers recognised at an online public event for this year’s Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science. The prizes are Australia’s most prestigious science awards.
28 October 2020

Join our live stream for tonight’s Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

Tune in at 6pm AEDT to celebrate the achievements of the country’s leading scientists and science educators at Australia’s most prestigious science awards.
21 September 2020

Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science goes all-digital in 2020

This year’s Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science will be an online public event on 28 October. Save the date and time!
16 October 2019

Ten of the best recognised by the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

The Australian scientific, research and science teaching community celebrated achievements at this year’s black tie event.
1 October 2019

Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science celebrating 20 years

In 2 weeks, we’ll celebrate the 2019 recipients of the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science at a black-tie awards presentation at Parliament House.
19 October 2018

Gallery - 2018 Prime Minister's Prizes for Science

View photos of the 2018 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science award ceremony and recipients.
18 October 2018

Announcing the 2018 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

10 amazing scientists and science educators recognised at the 2018 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science awards
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