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Nov 2024
Read our Annual report 2023–24
The report outlines our work and performance for the last financial year.
Nov 2024
Our 2024 APS Employee Census results
The APS Employee Census results collect the workforce views on important issues.
Nov 2024
National Reconstruction Fund Corporation invests $40 million in manufacturing
This marks the start of the corporation’s investments in Australian industry.
Nov 2024
256 STEM scholarships for women and non-binary people in STEM
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE)’s Elevate: Boosting Diversity in STEM program will help grow a diverse workforce in in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Nov 2024
Aravax is testing potential new ways to tackle food allergy
The Biomedical Translation Fund is powering cutting-edge biotech research with support from Brandon Capital.
Nov 2024
$5.2 million for quantum solutions to solve key national challenges
Round 1 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP) will fund 14 projects across Australia.
Nov 2024
New report highlights Australia’s progress as a quantum leader
The State of Australian Quantum report details achievements to date under the National Quantum Strategy.
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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.
12 September 2024
We’re announcing the 2024 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science on 8 October
We will recognise the demonstrated achievements of Australian scientists, research-based innovators and science teachers in science and technology fields. Follow us on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and #PMPrizes for the latest news.
20 August 2024
Investments to support a thriving, skilled and diverse STEM workforce
The Australian Government has announced details of additional funding for its STEM programs to reach more diverse people.
5 August 2024
Celebrate National Science Week 2024
We’re celebrating National Science Week from Saturday 10 August to Sunday 18 August.
4 July 2024
$2 million to fund hands-on STEM opportunities for young Australians
Community organisations and non-profits are encouraged to apply for the Maker Projects – Community STEM Engagement grants. Applications close 14 August 2024.
13 May 2024
Martians and dinosaurs headlining National Science Week 2024
Thirty-two public science projects will share in $500,000 as part of Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology.
9 May 2024
Science grants for Aussie students to build Lego robots, write code and monitor Murray Cod
132 grants between $1,500 and $15,000 awarded to schools, community groups and organisations across Australia to encourage careers in STEM.