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Grant applications open for non-profits in $392.4M Industry Growth Program
Not-for-profit industry organisations can now apply for grants to provide expert, sector-specific guidance to participating startups and scaleups as part of the Australian Government’s $392.4 million Industry Growth Program.
National Reconstruction Fund Corporation taps Ivan Power as CEO
The $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund, Australia’s flagship manufacturing initiative, is moving forward with the appointment of Ivan Power as its inaugural CEO.
Australia looks into mandatory guardrails to ensure safe, responsible AI
The Australian government is considering imposing mandatory regulations for artificial intelligence development and deployment in high-risk settings in response to the Safe and Responsible AI in Australia consultation.Â
CSIRO report: Renewables remain cheapest source as nuclear energy costs skyrocket
Renewables remain the cheapest form of reliable energy in Australia now and to 2030, according to the consultation draft of the 2023-24 GenCost report.Â
Australia invests $40M in university-led initiative to bolster plastic recycling
The Australian Government has allocated $40 million to the University of Sydney to address the plastic waste crisis and establish a circular economy that imparts financial value to plastics at the end of their lifecycle.
New CRCs to combat methane emissions, plastic waste get $127M funding
The Australian Government has unveiled a $127 million investment to back new research centres to cut emissions in the agriculture sector and eliminate plastic waste.Â
Federal Gov’t backs safe AI adoption of Australian businesses
The Australian government has launched a new program that would help Australian businesses integrate artificial intelligence safely into their work practices.Â
New appointments to Industry Innovation and Science Australia Board announced
Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic has welcomed three new appointments to the Industry Innovation and Science Australia (IISA) Board.Â
Grant applications for Australian Centre for Quantum Growth now open
The Australian government has announced an $18.5 million investment to establish the Australian Centre for Quantum Growth, which will help scale the country’s quantum workforce and foster relationships with key international counterparts.Â
Australia’s $15B National Reconstruction Fund now open for investments
The $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund is now poised to initiate investments aimed at fostering the growth of Australia's industrial capabilities, with a focus on generating secure and well-paid job opportunities for the future.
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