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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.
Mar 2023
Australian Space Agency
Space spotlight: next-gen robotic arm prototype tested locally for Moon and Mars
Australian robotics specialist, Abyss Solutions, has been working with the University of Sydney to test unmanned systems of the future for space and Earth. A next-gen robotic arm could go from terrestrial energy ope...
Mar 2023
Australian Space Agency
International Space Investment India Projects grants now open
International Space Investment India Projects grants are now open. Information events on the grants are also open for registration.
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8 April 2021
Blockchain pilot grant applications open!
Grant applications are open for two $3 million grants for blockchain pilots to reduce regulatory compliance burden for businesses. Funding is open until 29 Apr 2021.
1 March 2021
APS Blockchain Network event: digital currency pilot
Learn how the South Australian Government collaborated with MIT to pilot the digital currency blockchain Project Ubin. Join us at an online event on Friday 12 March.
25 November 2020
APS Blockchain Network launched successfully
The APS Blockchain Network Launch was an absolute success with over 80 virtual attendees and an expert line up of speakers.
9 October 2020
Two new working groups for the National Blockchain Roadmap
Members of the Australian blockchain community joined two new Working Groups to investigate blockchain technology.
28 August 2020
New working groups for the National Blockchain Roadmap
Members of the Australian blockchain community joined Working Groups on supply chains and credentialing.
9 July 2020
Invitation to join collaborative working groups to progress the blockchain roadmap
The National Blockchain Roadmap Steering Committee is seeking expressions of interest from the blockchain community to join working groups.
7 February 2020
Opportunities open up through blockchain
The National Blockchain Roadmap highlights opportunities and challenges for Australia to leverage the technology for economic benefit.