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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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27 July 2021
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Review of venture capital tax concessions: have your say
The consultation to review of the venture capital tax concessions is now open.
15 June 2021
New online tool makes hiring process simpler for small business
The Employment Contract Tool helps employers to confidently hire a new staff member and meet their obligations under Australia’s Fair Work system.
27 May 2021
Patents Accessibility Review identifies barriers to small inventors
The Patents Accessibility Review report has found innovation barriers facing Australia’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
24 May 2021
The Capability Connection launched in Melbourne, SE Queensland and Townsville
Capability Connection launched in Melbourne, SE Queensland and Townsville.
25 March 2021
Review of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman: have your say
Share your feedback on the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombusdman (ASBFEO). Consultation closes 30 April 2021.
25 January 2021
Circular Economy: a CSIRO roadmap to unlock future growth opportunities
Our department tasked CSIRO to develop a national Circular Economy roadmap for plastics, glass, paper and tyres.
9 November 2020
Changes to the Franchising Code: have your say
Share your input on proposed changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct. Consultation is open until 4 December 2020.
29 October 2020
Supporting small and family businesses
The Australian Government’s 2020-21 budget increases support for small and family business with the $74 billion JobMaker Plan.
21 October 2020
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Industry Innovation and Science Australia: making science and technology work for industry
The Australia Government has announced the newly named Industry Innovation and Science Australia (IISA) and 5 new board members.
30 September 2020
Patents accessibility review: have your say
We are seeking feedback to improve the accessibility of Australia’s patent application system for Australian small or medium sized businesses. Consultation closes on 31 October.
28 September 2020
Research and Development Tax Incentive: have your say
We want to improve how people engage with the Research and Development Tax Incentive. Have your say in our customer experience survey before 11 October.
20 August 2020
New measures to strengthen the franchising industry
The Government will introduce stronger protections and greater transparency to support and restore confidence in the franchising sector.