Archive

The Hon Angus Taylor MP

Interview with Deborah Knight, 2GB

Interview discusses the economy, income tax cuts, coronavirus and climate policy

Appointments to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency Board

On behalf of the Australian Government, I am pleased to announce the full appointments to the Board of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).

Researchers focus on improving renewable connections to the grid

A new study that will explore how to best integrate renewable energy technology to help strengthen unstable parts of Australia’s energy grid is being backed by the Morrison Government.

Interview with Ben Fordham, 2GB

Interview discusses energy prices and increased energy usage at home due to COVID-19.

Wholesale energy prices at new five-year low

Australian energy prices have continued to fall, reaching their lowest levels in five years during the second quarter of 2020.

Businesses on board Government's push into hydrogen

The Morrison Government’s drive to build a clean and competitive hydrogen industry continues to gain momentum.

Gas prices falling, market liquidity improving

Australian gas market liquidity has improved over the past two years, helping to drive efficiency and lower gas prices for consumers according to a new report by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC). 

Supporting energy infrastructure in New England NSW

Joint release with the Hon Barnaby Joyce MP, Member for New England

The Liberal National Government is supporting plans to bolster energy infrastructure in the New England region of New South Wales to support the future energy needs of the National Electricity Market (NEM). 

New Chair appointed to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency

On behalf of the Australian Government, I am pleased to announce Mr Justin Punch as the new Chair of the Board of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).

Remarks to the 2020 CEC Clean Energy Ministerial Forum

The Minister's address to the 2020 Clean Energy Council's Clean Energy Ministerial Forum.

The Hon Karen Andrews MP

Supporting the next generation of space entrepreneurs

Australia’s space industry continues to make leaps and bounds, with the Australian Space Agency today signing a Statement of Strategic Intent and Cooperation with Nova Systems.

Industry Growth Centres Showcase

The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, the Hon Karen Andrews delivered a speech at the Industry Growth Centres Showcase, Parliament House, Canberra.

Funding helps develop cyber security projects

Three cyber security projects promoting international competitiveness and strengthening Australia’s cyber resilience will receive nearly $4 million in funding under the Liberal-National Government.

Funding to help small business with cyber security

Small businesses will feel more secure, with the launch of a new $10 million cyber security initiative today.

Speech at Smart Manufacturing, 3D Printing and Industry 4.0 Forum

The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, the Hon Karen Andrews MP delivered the keynote address at the Smart Manufacturing, 3D Printing and Industry 4.0 Forum.

NSW adopts Commonwealth security of payment recommendations

The Coalition Government welcomes legislation passing through the New South Wales Parliament to protect subcontractors working in the state’s construction industry.

A stronger voice for science and technology

Joint media release with the Prime Minister, the Hon Scott Morrison MP
A new science and technology council announced today by the Liberal National Government will create jobs and drive economic growth.

Making Australia a world leader in cyber security

Two new landmark reports will guide the Coalition Government’s actions to make Australia a world leader in cyber security by creating the expertise and jobs we need to succeed in this rapidly expanding and critical global market.

Sky's the limit for Australian optical astronomy

Joint media release with the Federal Member for Bennelong the Hon John Alexander OAM MP
The Coalition Government has officially launched Australian Astronomical Optics (AAO), a new national optical astronomy entity. 

New cyber security centre opens in Adelaide

Joint media release with the Minister for Defence and Minister for Home Affairs
Australians will be better protected from malicious cyber incidents with the official opening of the Commonwealth Government’s Joint Cyber Security Centre (JCSC) in Adelaide, South Australia.