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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.