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Nov 2022
National Science Week Grants 2023 now open
Grants up to $20,000 are available for individuals and organisations interested in delivering science engagement activities for next year’s National Science Week.
Nov 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.
Nov 2022
Upskilling and diversifying Australia’s cyber security workforce
Eighteen projects have been awarded funding to improve the quality, quantity and diversity of Australia’s cyber security workforce.
Nov 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.
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Dec 2022
Critical Minerals Office
Have your say on the future of Australia’s critical minerals
We are seeking responses to a discussion paper that will help shape a new strategy for Australia’s critical minerals. Have your say by 3 February 2023.
Dec 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: have your say
Have your say in shaping the design of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund.
Nov 2022
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Industry Innovation and Science Australia releases latest annual report
Find out about Industry Innovation and Science Australia’s activities and performance for 2021–22.
Nov 2022
Australian Government continues support for rehabilitating Ranger Uranium Mine
The government has passed a bill to ensure the mine operator can finish rehabilitating the site.
Nov 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.
Nov 2022
Upskilling and diversifying Australia’s cyber security workforce
Eighteen projects have been awarded funding to improve the quality, quantity and diversity of Australia’s cyber security workforce.
Nov 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.
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1 December 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: have your say
Have your say in shaping the design of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund.
29 November 2022
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Industry Innovation and Science Australia releases latest annual report
Find out about Industry Innovation and Science Australia’s activities and performance for 2021–22.
22 November 2022
Office of the Chief Economist
Industry Growth Centres impact evaluation released
We commissioned ACIL Allen Consulting to evaluate the Industry Growth Centres Initiative in 2019.
14 November 2022
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
AAT decision on Moreton Resources Ltd and IISA
The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) has handed down its decision in Moreton Resources Ltd and Industry Innovation and Science Australia (IISA)
28 October 2022
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Review shows venture capital tax concessions help grow the industry
Read the final report of the joint Treasury and Industry Innovation and Science Australia review.
27 October 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: diversifying and transforming Australia’s industry and economy
The Australian Government has committed $15 billion to establish the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) to help diversify and transform Australia’s industry and economy.
30 September 2022
Startup Year: kickstarting the next generation of Australian entrepreneurs
Have your say on the development of the Startup Year program – a joint initiative between our department and the Department of Education. Consultations close 15 November 2022.
8 July 2022
Trans-Tasman Innovation and Growth Award winners announced
The award winners showcase some of the best examples of innovation, collaboration and growth across Australian and New Zealand emerging businesses. Read more about the awards and our sponsorship.
5 April 2022
Updated regulations and principles for the R&D Tax Incentive
We’ve made some minor changes to the administration of the scheme.
1 April 2022
Board of Taxation review of the R&D Tax Incentive dual agency administration model
The review provides valuable insights into ways to enhance the administration of the Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive.
20 January 2022
R&D Tax Incentive draft determination for clinical trials: have your say
We’d like your feedback on the R&D Tax Incentive’s draft determination for clinical trials. The determination will facilitate biotechnology R&D registration through existing government clinical trial systems. Submissions close on 17 February 2022.
30 November 2021
ANAO report on the administration of the R&D Tax Incentive
Read the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) performance audit report.