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Feb 2025 Major Projects Facilitation Agency

New projects will be a stable source of critical minerals for Australia

Three new projects have received Major Project Status and will help produce critical minerals needed for green energy manufacturing.
Feb 2025

Nominations are open for the PM’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems!

The new prize recognises the contributions of Australian Indigenous knowledge systems to science, our nation and humanity. Applications close 18 March 2025.
Jan 2025

Professor Tony Haymet appointed as Australia's Chief Scientist

World-leading oceanographer, chemist and entrepreneur will be Australia’s next Chief Scientist.
Jan 2025

Almost $2 million for hands-on STEM experiences for young Australians

Robotics, virtual reality and cybersecurity feature among 26 projects funded by Maker Projects - Community STEM Engagement grants.
Jan 2025

New Green Aluminium Production Credit will support the transition to green metals

Green metals are a priority under the Future Made in Australia plan. An investment of $2 billion will help local production and the shift to net zero.
Jan 2025

$5.5 million to boost Australia’s quantum future

Round 2 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP) invites solutions to market-led challenges in biosecurity, First Nations health, transport and logistics, and energy. Applications close 26 February.
Jan 2025

Gas supply and demand outlook for 2025 quarter 2

The Australian Government will not activate the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM) for the April to June 2025 quarter.

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