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Mar 2025
Announcing the 2025–26 March Budget
The 2025–26 Budget includes measures to secure Australian industry, science and resources.
Mar 2025
Make an impact by joining our 2026 Graduate Development Program
If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a real difference with the skills you gained at university, apply now for our graduate program. Applications open until 14 April 2025.
Mar 2025
Gas supply and demand outlook for 2025 quarter 3
The Australian Government will not activate the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM) for the July to September 2025 quarter.
Mar 2025
Prehistoric rock, Indigenous storytelling and oceanography activities feature at National Science Week 2025
Australia’s biggest annual celebration of science takes place from 9-17 August. We’re funding 31 community science events with $515,000 in grants.
Mar 2025
Major Projects Facilitation Agency
New major projects will help achieve net zero by 2050
Major Project Status awarded to Sunlands Eyre Peninsula Graphite Hub, Sunrise Battery Materials Complex Project, and Western Green Energy Hub.
Mar 2025
National Measurement Institute
Software evaluation for pattern approval: have your say
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the evaluation of software for pattern approval. Consultation closes 30 April 2025.
Mar 2025
New way to find collaboration partners for Australia’s RNA ecosystem
The Australian RNA Capability Network Index will enhance coordination, collaboration and infrastructure access across our RNA ecosystem.
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27 March 2025
Prehistoric rock, Indigenous storytelling and oceanography activities feature at National Science We...
Australia’s biggest annual celebration of science takes place from 9-17 August. We’re funding 31 community science events with $515,000 in grants.
20 February 2025
Celebrating 25 years of Science Meets Parliament
Australia’s most important event connecting STEM experts, policymakers and federal parliamentarians took place in Canberra on 12-13 February.
4 February 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 20 March 2025.
24 January 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.
11 December 2024
Meet our new STEM superstars
Science and Technology Australia (STA) announce 60 amazing women and non-binary people to be the latest Superstars of STEM.
28 November 2024
Nominate a scientist or innovator for the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Distinguished Professor Calum Drummond AO shares his nomination tips for the PM Prizes. Get your nomination in by 17 December 2024.
29 October 2024
Nominate an inspiring scientist or innovator for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Show a scientist or research-based innovator how much you value their work. Nominations close 17 December.
25 October 2024
Nominate a great science teacher for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Show a science, technology, engineering or mathematics teacher how much you value their work. Nominations close 17 December.
9 October 2024
New PM’s Prizes category to celebrate Indigenous knowledge systems
The 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science will feature a new prize to recognise achievements through Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems.
9 October 2024
Nominations open for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science!
Do you know an inspiring scientist, research-based innovator, or science teacher? Nominate them for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science!
8 October 2024
Introducing the recipients of the 2024 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science!
Australia’s science community came together to celebrate our leading scientists, innovators and teachers.
26 September 2024
We’re celebrating 25 years of the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
This year, the prizes celebrate 25 years of recognising achievements in science, innovation and science teaching. Follow us on Facebook, X/Twitter, LinkedIn and #PMPrizes for the latest news.