Business innovation grants and initiatives
Our department administers programs and initiatives that support research, entrepreneurship and commercialisation.
Innovation entities
Entities guiding innovation policy and program delivery.
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Data and program evaluation
The Office of the Chief Economist evaluates the performance of our programs to ensure they are supporting industry innovation.
Latest news
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…
Updated regulations and principles for the R&D Tax Incentive
We’ve made some minor changes to the administration of the scheme.
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.
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…
ANAO report on the administration of the R&D Tax Incentive
Read the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) performance audit report.
Industry Research and Development review: have your say
The Industry Research and Development regulations and decision-making principles will sunset next year. We are consulting on proposed amendments until 9 September 2021.
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Review of venture capital tax concessions: have your say
The consultation to review of the venture capital tax concessions is now open.