Media Releases
Joint media release with the Hon Chris Bowen MP, Minister for Climate Change and Energy.
The Albanese Government will ensure Australia’s long-term access to affordable gas alongside renewables, while maintaining our reputation as a solid and reliable export partner that supports our region’s energy security.
Income from Australian resources and energy exports will continue to retreat from historical highs over the coming two years amid the fallout over global trade tensions and conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
The Australian Government is backing our metals sector with the establishment of a new $10 million Green Metals Innovation Network, to be led by Australia’s national science agency.
The sale process for the Whyalla Steelworks and associated mining operations has formally opened, after strong early interest from global steelmakers and consortia looking to expand into low-emission steel production.
Joint media release with Dale Last MP, Queensland Minister for Natural Resources and Mines.
The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments have held high-level talks with Glencore over the future of the Mount Isa copper smelter and associated operations.
The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) will invest up to $50 million to create jobs and give a further boost to Western Australia’s economy by providing support for the Butcherbird manganese project.
Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre is thrilled to announce a major redevelopment of Mini Q, its much-loved gallery for children aged 0-6 years.
More Australian businesses are using artificial intelligence to power their operations and enhance their productivity, according to new data.
Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre has welcomed 13 million visitors, a major milestone in inspiring generations of Australians through hands-on science engagement.
Today we celebrate 150 years since the signing of the international treaty that supports the metric system, from its beginning with metres and kilograms to all the measurements we now rely on.