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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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31 October 2023
National Science Week 2024 grants now open
Up to $20,000 is available for individuals and organisations interested in delivering science engagement activities for next year’s National Science Week. Applications close 11 December.
16 October 2023
Revealing the recipients of the 2023 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science!
The Australian science, innovation and education communities came together tonight to celebrate outstanding achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation and science teaching.
9 October 2023
Where are our Prime Minister's Prizes for Science alumni now?
Each year we recognise outstanding Australian scientists, innovators and educators at the Prime Minister's Prizes for Science. Find out how these inspiring role models are continuing to blaze trails and achieve breakthroughs in their fields.
4 October 2023
2023 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science celebrates Australian science on 16 October
We’ll recognise excellence among scientists, innovators and educators in science and technology fields. Follow us on Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn and #PMPrizes for all the latest news about the 2023 recipients.
9 August 2023
Celebrate National Science Week 2023
We’re celebrating National Science Week from Saturday 12 August to Sunday 20 August.
24 May 2023
Get inspired! National Science Week 2023 grants announced
32 innovative public science engagement projects will share in nearly $500,000 as part of Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology.
23 March 2023
It’s a wrap on Science Meets Parliament for 2023
A wrap-up of Australia’s most powerful event connecting STEM experts, policymakers and federal parliamentarians that took place in Canberra between 7-23 March.
16 March 2023
National Science Week grants for primary and secondary schools: apply now
The Australian Science Teachers Assocation (ASTA) has been provided $980,000 to deliver National Science Week grants and teaching resources over the next few years. Apply now for 2023 funding.
2 March 2023
Almost $2 million in grants supporting hands-on STEM experiences for young Australians
22 projects will share $1,975,259 in grants under the Maker Projects - Community STEM engagement program.
23 February 2023
Connect with STEM experts, policymakers and parliamentarians at Science Meets Parliament 2023
Science Meets Parliament 2023 will be held Tuesday 7 to Thursday 23 March. Register now to attend!
12 January 2023
Closing soon: nominations for the 2023 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
There is one month left to nominate a scientist, innovator or science, mathematics, or technology teacher for their inspiring achievements in your community.
25 November 2022
Elevate program awards 50 scholarships to women in STEM of diverse backgrounds
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering announced the first 50 scholarship recipients for the Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM program.