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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 Chief Scientist
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.
Dec 2024
Office of the Chief Economist
Commodity markets stabilising following disruptions
We have released updated forecasts for Australia’s commodity exports in the December 2024 edition of the Resources and energy quarterly (REQ).
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13 September 2024
Industry Growth Program Advisers: second round request for tender
We’re seeking a second round of additional contractors for the Industry Growth Program Advisory Service. Submissions close on 4 October 2024.
12 August 2024
Robotics, batteries and biomanufacturing among first Industry Growth Program grants
The Australian Government has awarded $7.4 million in funding from the $392 million Industry Growth Program (IGP).
2 May 2024
Helping small businesses through new Industry Growth Program grant opportunities
Industry Growth Program grant opportunities are now open for innovative startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
5 February 2024
Industry Partner Organisations to receive $10.8 million in grant funding
We’re seeking not-for-profit industry organisations to receive IPO grants between $500,000 to $2 million as part of the Industry Growth Program. Applications close on 16 February.
25 November 2023
Industry Growth Program launches advisory service
The Industry Growth Program is officially open for business. Start-ups and innovative small-to-medium businesses can now apply for expert advice on getting their ideas to market.
20 July 2023
Industry Growth Program Advisers: 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.
10 May 2023
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.