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Mar 2023
Australian Space Agency
Historic NASA trip to Australia
The two most senior people from NASA led a delegation in Australia during the week of 20 March.
Mar 2023
It’s a wrap on Science Meets Parliament for 2023
A wrap-up of Australia’s most powerful event connecting STEM experts, policymakers and federal parliamentarians that took place in Canberra between 7-23 March.
Mar 2023
Australian hypersonic spaceplane technology ready for export to the USA
An Australian startup developing reusable hypersonic spaceplanes has landed a prestigious US Department of Defense contract.
Mar 2023
Australian Space Agency
National Indigenous Space Academy launched
A new space internship program will give Indigenous Australian university students the opportunity to study at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Mar 2023
Australian Space Agency
Space industry partners chosen for Australia’s first Moon mission
Two consortiums of local space businesses and researchers will design rovers for Australia’s first mission to the Moon in partnership with NASA.
Mar 2023
National Measurement Institute
Trade measurement inspectors visit meat, poultry and seafood retailers across Australia
National Measurement Institute (NMI) Trade Measurement Inspectors are out in force this week undertaking a major compliance audit of meat, poultry and seafood retailers.
Mar 2023
National Science Week grants for primary and secondary schools: apply now
The Australian Science Teachers Assocation (ASTA) has been provided $980,000 to deliver National Science Week grants and teaching resources over the next few years. Apply now for 2023 funding.
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6 December 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: virtual consultation sessions
Registrations for virtual consultation sessions are now closed. Watch the virtual consultation presentation.
1 December 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: have your say
Have your say in shaping the design of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund.
27 October 2022
Office of National Rail Industry Coordination
Announcing the Office of National Rail Industry Coordination
The Office of National Rail Industry Coordination will lead a national and coordinated approach to strengthen Australia’s rail manufacturing.
27 October 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: diversifying and transforming Australia’s industry and economy
The Australian Government has committed $15 billion to establish the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) to help diversify and transform Australia’s industry and economy.
23 February 2022
New report shows Australia can meet Asian gas demand
The Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Commodity Report encourages expanded trade and investment in Australia’s LNG sector.
6 July 2021
Anti-Dumping Commission
Dumping and Subsidy Manual Update 2021: have your say
The Anti-Dumping Commission is seeking feedback on its update to the Dumping and Subidy Manual. Consultation closes on 10 August 2021.
23 December 2020
Preparing for the end of the Brexit transition period
At 11pm GMT 31 January 2020 (10am AEDT 1 February), the United Kingdom (UK) formally ceased to be a member state of the European Union (EU)
23 November 2020
Office of the Chief Economist
Resource investment turns the corner
We have released the 2020 edition of Resources and Energy Major Projects, an annual census of resources and energy projects worth over $50 million.
28 September 2020
Office of the Chief Economist
Australia’s resources and energy exports are forecast at $256 billion in 2020–21, despite the COVID-...
We have released the September 2020 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.
4 September 2020
A new Australian geographical indication right? Have your say
The Australian Government is consulting on the possible development of a new Australian GI right as part of negotiations for the Australia European Union Free Trade Agreement. Consultation closes 30 November.
27 August 2020
Anti-Dumping Commission
Anti-Dumping System Survey: have your say
Our department has developed a survey to seek your views on Australia’s anti-dumping system, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey closes on 25 September.
29 June 2020
Office of the Chief Economist
Australia’s resources and energy exports are estimated to have reached a record $293 billion in 2019...
We have released the June 2020 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.