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Jan 2025
New Green Aluminium Production Credit will support the transition to green metals
Green metals are a priority under the Future Made in Australia plan. An investment of $2 billion will help local production and the shift to net zero.
Jan 2025
$5.5 million to boost Australia’s quantum future
Round 2 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP) invites solutions to market-led challenges in biosecurity, First Nations health, transport and logistics, and energy. Applications close 26 February.
Jan 2025
Plumbing the heart with BiVACOR
BiVACOR’s Total Artificial Heart could revolutionise how we treat heart failure, with OneVentures supporting the company’s goal.
Jan 2025
Gas supply and demand outlook for 2025 quarter 2
The Australian Government will not activate the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM) for the April to June 2025 quarter.
Jan 2025
Innovative crop harvester, faba bean and firefighting robot projects get IGP grants
The Australian Government has awarded over $26.5 million in grant funding to date from the $392 million Industry Growth Program (IGP).
Jan 2025
Dr Cathy Foley ends term as Australia's Chief Scientist
Dr Cathy Foley ended her tenure as Australia’s Chief Scientist on 31 December 2024. Learn about the work and achievements of Australia’s ninth Chief Scientist.
Dec 2024
Anti-Dumping Commission
New head of Anti-Dumping Commission appointed
The Australian Government has announced an experienced manufacturing advocate to lead the commission.
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8 November 2024
Major Projects Facilitation Agency
Three new projects to expand Australia’s green energy potential
Cape Hardy Green Hydrogen Project, Gippsland Dawn Offshore Wind Project and Gonneville Critical Minerals Project align with Australia’s net zero goals.
7 August 2024
Major Projects Facilitation Agency
Key projects awarded major project status
These projects align with the Australian Government’s Future Made in Australia plan and will help us achieve net zero by 2050.
2 May 2024
New Gateway by ICN is ready for business
Industry Capability Network (ICN) relaunches its flagship platform with an improved user experience.
21 April 2023
Industry Capability Network (ICN) Canberra is helping ACT companies find work
ICN Canberra is helping businesses win contracts on major government and civil projects nationally across the defence, construction, mining, oil and gas, rail and manufacturing sectors.
19 December 2022
Major Projects Facilitation Agency
Offshore windfarm development awarded Major Project Status
The Australian Government has awarded the Star of the South windfarm Major Project Status. This provides the project with tailored facilitation services to assist with and navigate regulatory challenges.
21 November 2022
Evaluating Australian Industry Participation (AIP) policy
We’re undertaking an impact evaluation of AIP policy. We’re examining the AIP policy’s effectiveness in meeting its intended objectives, including its impacts and outcomes.
31 August 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.
19 July 2021
Industry Capability Network (ICN) launches new gateway to boost Australian industry
Industry Capability Network (ICN) Limited has relaunched the ICN Gateway. If you’re an SME looking to expand your business, register your details on ICN Gateway.
26 February 2021
Local industry capability register for Melbourne, SE Queensland and Townsville
Local industry capability register on the way for Melbourne, SE Queensland and Townsville businesses.
18 January 2019
Australian Industry Participation Authority
Report on the review of the Australian Jobs Act
We have released a report that reviews the operation of the Jobs Act, which requires developers of major projects worth $500 million or more to provide opportunities for Australian industry.