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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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9 August 2023
Celebrate National Science Week 2023
We’re celebrating National Science Week from Saturday 12 August to Sunday 20 August.
9 August 2023
National Measurement Institute
Join the fun at the 2023 NMI Measurement Awards!
Help the National Measurement Institute (NMI) celebrate and recognise measurement excellence. Book your free ticket for this online event on 18 August.
8 August 2023
Quantum industry growth programs: have your say
We are seeking feedback on new initiatives to grow Australia’s quantum sector. Have your say at an online workshop in August and September.
7 August 2023
Grants finalised for international collaborative research projects
The Global Connections Fund round 5 recipients are working on projects in medical science, recycling and clean energy, and the food and beverage industry.
3 August 2023
Women and girls in STEM: Xia Hua
Dr Xia Hua is a mathematical biologist and senior lecturer at the Mathematical Science Institute at the Australian National University.
28 July 2023
$385 million in grants finalised for Australian manufacturing
The Australian Government has finalised contracts for $385 million in project grants under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative Collaboration Stream.
27 July 2023
Join our virtual town hall on responsible AI
We’re hosting a panel and public conversation on 31 July.
27 July 2023
Critical Minerals Office
Australia’s Critical Minerals List: have your say
We want to hear your thoughts on updating our list of critical minerals. Submissions close 17 August 2023
26 July 2023
Australian Space Agency
Commercial space operations technologies tested in real-world environment
The Australian Space Agency enhanced its space safety expertise during the latest round of Sprint Advanced Concept Training (SACT).
21 July 2023
The state of STEM gender equity in 2023
We’ve updated the STEM Equity Monitor with the latest data on women and girls’ participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
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.
20 July 2023
New grant to help reduce emissions in Australia’s resources industry
We are seeking applications for the Resources Methane Abatement Fund grant to advance new priority technologies that reduce and remove methane. Applications close 16 August.