Senator the Hon Tim Ayres was sworn in as Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science on 13 May 2025.

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Interview discusses future of Nyrstar smelter in Hobart, Future of Liberty Bell Bay smelter, and Tasmania’s manufacturing and innovation opportunities.

This week, the 12-month transition period started for the introduction of mandatory labelling for seafood products in hospitality venues, before the new rules come into effect on 1 July 2026.

The Australian Government is backing major renewable energy projects, creating thousands of jobs and injecting billions into the local economy while supporting the path to net zero.

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.

Press conference discusses securing the future of steelmaking in Australia, a formal commencement of the new phase of the Whyalla Steelworks sale process, and the ongoing partnership with the…