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Mar 2025
Announcing the 2025–26 March Budget
The 2025–26 Budget includes measures to secure Australian industry, science and resources.
May 2025
We’re at Osaka World Expo 2025 to showcase innovative Australian science and tech
We’re sharing our science and technology with the world to create more opportunities for Australian industry.
May 2025
National Measurement Institute
NMI celebrates 150 years of the Metre Convention
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is celebrating World Metrology Day and the 150th anniversary of the Metre Convention.
Mar 2025
Gas supply and demand outlook for 2025 quarter 3
The Australian Government will not activate the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM) for the July to September 2025 quarter.
Mar 2025
Prehistoric rock, Indigenous storytelling and oceanography activities feature at National Science Week 2025
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.
Mar 2025
Major Projects Facilitation Agency
New major projects will help achieve net zero by 2050
Major Project Status awarded to Sunlands Eyre Peninsula Graphite Hub, Sunrise Battery Materials Complex Project, and Western Green Energy Hub.
Mar 2025
National Measurement Institute
Software evaluation for pattern approval: have your say
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the evaluation of software for pattern approval. Consultation closes 30 April 2025.
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21 July 2023
The state of STEM gender equity in 2023
We’ve updated the STEM Equity Monitor with the latest data on women and girls’ participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
20 July 2023
Women and girls in STEM: Tich-Lam Nguyen
Tich-Lam’s journey took her from post-war Vietnam to COO of a major research centre.
20 July 2023
Women and girls in STEM: Sharine ‘Spanner’ Milne
Spanner is a motorcycle mechanic who uses STEM skills in her work every day.
20 July 2023
Women and girls in STEM: Cherie Davidson
Video game developer Cherie Davidson talks Gamergate, ADHD and why underrepresented creative voices are essential.
8 May 2023
Diversity in STEM: Let’s talk solutions...
We’re continuing the dialogue on diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Find out what people are sharing with us and respond to new consultation questions. Submissions close 26 May.
3 March 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.
17 January 2023
$15.9 million to strengthen women in STEM careers
The Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grant program awards $15.9 million in grants to strengthen women in STEM careers.
25 November 2022
Elevate program awards 50 scholarships to women in STEM of diverse backgrounds
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering announced the first 50 scholarship recipients for the Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM program.
24 November 2022
Review puts spotlight on diversity in STEM
The diversity in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics sector review will evaluate current programs and ways to improve participation of underrepresented groups.
24 November 2022
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith reappointed as the Women in STEM Ambassador
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith has been reappointed as the Women in STEM Ambassador for a third term to November 2023. Read about her achievements and plans for her third term.
6 October 2022
Future You STEM careers website launched
Future You is an evidence-based website that aims to inspire children towards a career in STEM.
4 October 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic is making more young people interested in STEM
38% of young people have reconsidered their study and career options as a direct result of COVID-19.