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Mar 2023

Diversity in STEM dialogue starter: have your say

We’re starting a conversation about diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Share your experiences, stories and insights with us.
Feb 2023

Australia's science and research priorities conversation starter: have your say

We’re starting a national conversation to shape Australia’s science and research priorities and statement. Have your say until 31 March 2023.
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

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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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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16 December 2022 National Measurement Institute

International measurement standard for water meters: have your say

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the OIML R 49 international measurement standard for water meters. Consultation closes 9 February 2023.
28 November 2022 National Measurement Institute

Landmark anniversary for Australia’s measurement system

Australia celebrates a special measurement event: the 75th anniversary of our nation joining the Metre Treaty.
20 January 2022 National Measurement Institute

Metrological requirements for hydrogen dispensers for vehicles: have your say

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on pattern approval requirements and test procedures for hydrogen dispensers for vehicles. Submissions are welcome until 4 March 2022.
17 January 2022 National Measurement Institute

International measurement standards for electric vehicle charging stations: have your say

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the new international standard for electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS). Consultation closes on 18 February 2022.
3 December 2021 National Measurement Institute

Regulating electric vehicle charging stations: have your say

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on trade measurement policy for electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS). Consultation closes on 31 January 2021.
14 April 2021 National Measurement Institute

Measurement Law Review: have your say

Share your feedback on the proposed reform options for modernising measurement law. Submissions are now open.
22 December 2020 National Measurement Institute

New Australian standard helps COVID-19 hotspot detection

Identifying COVID-19 infections has become more reliable with the release this week of the National Measurement Institute (NMI)’s new reference standard for the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
19 October 2020 National Measurement Institute

Outcomes from Measurement Law Review consultation

Find out what people said when we asked how Australia’s measurement framework can be modernised, streamlined or simplified.
29 January 2020 National Measurement Institute

International standard for multidimensional measuring instruments: Have your say

The National Measurement Institute is seeking feedback on the review of OIML R 129, the international standard for multidimensional measuring instruments.
29 October 2019 National Measurement Institute

Make your contribution to the evolution of measurement laws

The Measurement Law Review is seeking feedback on the third and final round of discussion papers on third party arrangements and compliance arrangements.
10 October 2019 National Measurement Institute

International standard for arched chute weighers: Have your say

The National Measurements Institute is seeking feedback to support development of the international standard for arched chute weighers (OIML R XXX).
10 October 2019 National Measurement Institute

International standard for belt weighing instruments: Have your say

The National Measurements Institute is seeking feedback on a proposal to adopt OIML R 50 as Australia’s pattern approval standard for belt weighers.