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Advisers to help flood-affected businesses in North QLD

27 February 2019

The Liberal National Government is providing a team of dedicated on-the-ground advisers to help flood-affected businesses in North Queensland.

Blue economy supporting national prosperity

27 February 2019

Australia’s marine industry is making an annual contribution of almost $70 billion to the national economy, according to a report released today.

Australian businesses share in $5.4m in grants

26 February 2019

Twelve businesses will share in $5.4 million in funding in the latest round of Liberal National Government’s Accelerating Commercialisation grants.

World's largest telescope a step closer to reality

26 February 2019

Infrastructure designs for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) in Australia and South Africa have been officially completed, marking a significant milestone for the world’s largest telescope.  

Space Agency signs with UK satellite earth station

25 February 2019

The Australian Space Agency has added a renowned British satellite and communications company to its growing list of international partners.

New vision for National Science and Tech Council

25 February 2019

Joint media release with the Prime Minister, the Hon Scott Morrison MP

Australia’s technology and education future is the focus at the first meeting of the new National Science and Technology Council, held in Sydney.

Supporting global partners in space

25 February 2019

The Australian Space Agency continues to strengthen our space industry with the signing of a Statement of Strategic Intent and Cooperation with Lockheed Martin Australia.

Supporting start-ups to solve big ideas

24 February 2019

Australian startups and small businesses will be targeted with up to $1.1 million in grants to develop creative solutions to government policy challenges, as part of the Coalition Government’s plan for a stronger economy.

$11.1 million cash bid exploration permits awarded

22 February 2019

Oil and gas companies have paid a total of $11.1 million for cash bid permits to secure the right to explore three areas offshore Western Australia and Victoria for the next six years.

Grants help hatch bright business ideas

22 February 2019

Four incubators will receive more than $1.7 million to help Australian start-ups in sectors like agricultural technology and advanced manufacturing.

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Applications open for up to $4 million in community grants for Barndioota and Kimba Communities

Applications open today for two community benefit packages worth up to $2 million each for the Barndioota and Kimba regions of South Australia.

Consultations start on the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism

The Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, Senator Matt Canavan, has today given formal notice to liquefied natural gas (LNG) producers that he intends to consider whether 2018 will be a gas shortfall year under the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM).

Works start on critical Kennedy Developmental Road upgrade

Works officially kicked off today on the $53.32 million Kennedy Developmental Road (Hann Highway) upgrades between Mount Garnet and Hughenden, with the project set to deliver a more reliable freight and tourist route for North Queensland along with jobs in local communities.

More pulling power for the north

The voice of Northern Australia has been further strengthened, with the first meeting today of the Northern Australia Advisory Council in Townsville.

$26 million to fast track new east coast gas projects

The Australian Government will begin working with the States and Territories that are prepared to develop their own gas resources through the new $26 million Gas Acceleration Program (GAP) to fast track new gas to the east coast market.