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Dec 2024

Developing a National AI Capability Plan

We’re working on a plan to grow Australia’s AI capabilities, building on our comparative advantages.
Dec 2024 Offshore Decommissioning Directorate

New roadmap to scale up Australia’s offshore decommissioning industry

Australia’s Offshore Resources Decommissioning Roadmap provides a pathway for governments, industry, workers, and the community to build a domestic industry.
Dec 2024

Examining Australia’s research and development (R&D) system

We’re undertaking a strategic examination of our R&D system to strengthen its alignment with government priorities and improve outcomes. Read about our expert panel and Terms of Reference.
Nov 2024

New report highlights Australia’s progress as a quantum leader

The State of Australian Quantum report details achievements to date under the National Quantum Strategy.

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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.