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Accelerating ACT cyber security growth
20 September 2019
Australia’s cyber security capability continues to strengthen with the launch of a new hub in the ACT, which will boost innovation and increase collaboration.
Federal Court decision on Queensland Shark Control Program
19 September 2019
We note yesterday’s Federal Court decision in relation to shark control measures within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. We are concerned about the decision’s implications for the protection of human life in the Great Barrier Reef and the health of the tourism industry in North Queensland.
NAIF funding for first substantially indigenous-owned iron ore project
19 September 2019
Joint media release with the Minister for Regional Services, Decentralisation and Local Government Mark Coulton MP
A $12.5 million loan from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) will help fund the nation’s first substantially Indigenous-owned and operated iron ore mine, a project that will support hundreds of jobs in the Pilbara.
Report on automotive outcomes and best practice revealed
18 September 2019
Joint media release with Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash, Minister for Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business
The success of the Liberal National Government’s support programs to help transition retrenched car manufacturing workers has been backed by a new report released today.
National Science Week grants call for 2020 vision
17 September 2019
Have you got an idea for an exciting event or creative project about the wonders of science? Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 are available for innovative ideas, events and projects that inspire Australians to get involved in science.
Canavan opens new coking coal mine in Queensland
17 September 2019
Joint media release with Federal Member for Capricornia and Assistant Minister for Children and Families Michelle Landry MP
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Matt Canavan has officially opened the Byerwen coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, an operation which will deliver around 10 million tonnes of hard coking coal to be used in steel production in overseas markets each year.
New technologies to accelerate resources industry
16 September 2019
Harnessing new technologies in the mining, oil and gas industries will add $74 billion to the Australian economy by 2030 and create more than 80,000 new local jobs, according to a new report released today.
Mapping new opportunities for Australian farmers
6 September 2019
The Australian Government is collaborating with Australian businesses to unlock the value of satellites to help farmers get the most from their land and plan for the future.
Major Project Status boosts WA economy
6 September 2019
Joint media release with the Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, Senator the Hon Matthew Canavan
The Morrison Government is backing Western Australia’s mining industry, with two projects that will create more than 700 jobs in the Pilbara being granted Major Project Status.
Fund to modernise manufacturing
5 September 2019
The Morrison Government is backing small and medium sized Australian manufacturers to invest in new technology, grow and create new jobs, with the launch today of a new $160 million fund.