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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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…

The sale process for the Whyalla Steelworks and associated mining operations has formally opened, after strong early interest from global steelmakers and consortia looking to expand into low-…

Interview discusses Glencore's Mount Isa copper smelter, Mount Isa's mining operations, and overseas exports.

Joint media release with Dale Last MP, Queensland Minister for Natural Resources and Mines.

The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments have held high-level talks with Glencore over the future…