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Feb 2025 Major Projects Facilitation Agency

New projects will be a stable source of critical minerals for Australia

Three new projects have received Major Project Status and will help produce critical minerals needed for green energy manufacturing.
Feb 2025

Nominations are open for the PM’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems!

The new prize recognises the contributions of Australian Indigenous knowledge systems to science, our nation and humanity. Applications close 18 March 2025.
Jan 2025

Professor Tony Haymet appointed as Australia's Chief Scientist

World-leading oceanographer, chemist and entrepreneur will be Australia’s next Chief Scientist.
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.

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Feb 2025 National Measurement Institute

The Australian Government is reforming measurement legislation

Following the Measurement Law Review the government is drafting legislation.
Feb 2025

Funding for business and research collaborations to solve community and economic problems

Round 17 of the Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grants are now open. Applications close 20 March.
Feb 2025 Major Projects Facilitation Agency

New projects will be a stable source of critical minerals for Australia

Three new projects have received Major Project Status and will help produce critical minerals needed for green energy manufacturing.
Feb 2025

Nominations are open for the PM’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems!

The new prize recognises the contributions of Australian Indigenous knowledge systems to science, our nation and humanity. Applications close 18 March 2025.
Jan 2025

Removing barriers for staff with disabilities

Our accessible workplace includes access to assistive technology and hearing loops available at reception areas.
Jan 2025

Professor Tony Haymet appointed as Australia's Chief Scientist

World-leading oceanographer, chemist and entrepreneur will be Australia’s next Chief Scientist.
Jan 2025

Almost $2 million for hands-on STEM experiences for young Australians

Robotics, virtual reality and cybersecurity feature among 26 projects funded by Maker Projects - Community STEM Engagement grants.
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9 January 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.
20 December 2024 Anti-Dumping Commission

New head of Anti-Dumping Commission appointed

The Australian Government has announced an experienced manufacturing advocate to lead the commission.
20 December 2024 Office of the Chief Economist

Global energy transition drives a new wave of investment in Australian resources

Our annual Resources and energy major projects (REMP) publication provides a comprehensive list and analysis of resource investments in Australia.
20 December 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).
17 December 2024 National Artificial Intelligence Centre

Exploring AI adoption in Australian businesses

More Australian businesses are using AI according to data collected by Fifth Quadrant’s Business sentiment tracker.
17 December 2024 National Measurement Institute

Electricity meters international standard: have your say

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the second committee draft of OIML R 46. Submissions close 12 February 2025.
17 December 2024

Australia and Singapore agree to continue AI cooperation

The 2 countries have renewed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to help progress the safe and responsible uptake of AI.
17 December 2024

Australia supports collaborative AI research through GPAI Belgrade Declaration

Australia joins the annual Summit of the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI) under a new integrated partnership with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
17 December 2024

$6 million to boost international science and technology collaboration

The Australian Government announces successful recipients of Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) round 1 funding.
16 December 2024 Offshore Decommissioning Directorate

Offshore Decommissioning Directorate survey: have your say

We’re continuing the conversation about how we can best support offshore oil and gas decommissioning activity in Australia. Survey closes 28 February 2025.
13 December 2024

$1.43 million for safe drinking water, wine packaging and energy efficiency in commercial fishing

Innovative solutions funded through the Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) Renewables and Low Emissions round.
13 December 2024

Developing a National AI Capability Plan

We’re working on a plan to grow Australia’s AI capabilities, building on our comparative advantages.