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Sep 2023
Australian Space Discovery Centre
What’s on at the Australian Space Discovery Centre in October school holidays
Our October school holiday program will run from Saturday 30 September through to Sunday 15 October.
Sep 2023
Grant funding to bring AI and emerging technology graduate students into regions
The Next Generation Graduates Program grants give business and industry support to work with talented Honours, Masters and PhD students. Applications for this round open until 16 October.
Sep 2023
Gas supply and demand outlook for 2024 quarter 1
The Australian Government will not activate the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM) for the January to March 2024 quarter.
Sep 2023
PhD scholarship opportunities for Australian graduates in quantum
The Next Generation Quantum Graduates Program is supporting students to develop cutting-edge skills through a PhD. Applications open until 9 October.
Sep 2023
Australian Space Discovery Centre
The ‘Infinite’ Nature of Space
Join the Australian Space Discovery Centre as we explore Nature on Earth and in Space in this special presentation and Q&A. In-centre and streaming online on Sunday, 8 October 2023.
Sep 2023
Australian Space Discovery Centre
Create4Adelaide art workshops
Join the Australian Space Discovery Centre for an artist-led tutorial workshop to produce an space inspired artwork for the environment. Free workshops for different ages in September and October 2023.
Sep 2023
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) holds first board meeting
The meeting marks the NRF Board’s first official act – establishing the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation.
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20 July 2023
Industry Growth Program: request for tender
We’re seeking contractors to provide advisory services for the Industry Growth Program. Submissions close on 16 August.
28 June 2023
Industry Growth Program: have your say
We want to hear your views on how the Australian Government can design the new Industry Growth Program. Submissions close on 30 July 2023.
28 June 2023
Office of National Rail Industry Coordination
National Rail Manufacturing Plan appointments to lead change in the rail manufacturing industry
The National Rail Manufacturing Advocate and Rail Industry Innovation Council will work closely with the Office of National Rail Industry Coordination.
30 May 2023
Office of the Chief Economist
Independent evaluation shows benefits of Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII)
An evaluation by the Nous Group found the program is good for businesses, the Australian Government and the economy.
26 May 2023
Almost $5 million in grants to support innovative RegTech solutions
Five Australian companies share $4,999,340 in grants from the Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII). Funding is from the BRII Regulatory Technology (RegTech) round.
25 May 2023
Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre grant: expression of interest
We are running a competitive grant process to select an entity to deliver the new centre. Grant guidelines are now available. We are accepting expressions of interest.
10 May 2023
National Measurement Institute
Importance of measurement recognised in the 2023–24 Budget
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has received $63.9 million in funding to sustain its core measurement capabilities and to modernise Australia’s measurement laws.
10 May 2023
AusIndustry
Announcing a new Industry Growth Program
As part of the 2023-24 May Budget, the Australian Government announced a new $392.4 million Industry Growth Program for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups.
30 March 2023
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund Corporation Bill passes through Parliament
The Bill establishes the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation.
19 January 2023
$44 million in grants to support industry-led research projects
Round 13 of Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grant funding will support 19 projects across Australia.
13 January 2023
Apply now for Australia-India collaborative research grants
Round 15 of the Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) is now open for projects in priority areas.
13 January 2023
Grant funding open for industry-led research collaborations
Applications for funding are now open under round 24 of Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) grants.