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Government invests in responsible AI hub

11 December, 2024

The Australian Government has announced investment in a new research centre that aims to tackle the challenges of AI adoption.


First AUKUS qualification contracts awarded to Australian manufacturers

09 December, 2024

Several contracts have been awarded to local manufacturers under the Defence Industry Vendor Qualification (DIVQ) Program.


Tasmanian Government seeks input on advanced technology strategy

29 November, 2024

Tasmanians are being invited to play their part in the transformation of the state's advanced technology industries.


Three states announce BESS projects in a week

27 November, 2024

Three Australian states have made announcements about major grid battery and solar utility projects over the past week.


Consultation opens on Darwin Renewable Energy Hub

15 November, 2024

The Northern Territory Government has announced it is seeking public feedback on the proposed development of the Darwin Renewable Energy Hub.


Expired deadline threatens critical infrastructure as compliance lags

25 October, 2024 by Sadiq Iqbal*

The deadline for achieving cybersecurity framework alignment for the SOCI Act expired on 17 August, with reporting by 28 September.


NSW critical minerals strategy to attract clean energy investment

22 October, 2024

The NSW Government has announced it will create a $250 million royalty deferral initiative for critical minerals projects.


WA launches space industry strategy

08 October, 2024

The WA Government has an ambition to drive continued growth of the state's space sector and become a global hub.


Government publishes National Hydrogen Strategy

16 September, 2024

The federal government says the National Hydrogen Strategy will set up Australia as a renewables superpower.


Battery Breakthrough Initiative open for consultation

13 September, 2024

The Battery Breakthrough Initiative aims to fund projects that enhance the development of Australia's battery manufacturing capability.


Million-panel solar farm approved for Central West NSW

09 September, 2024

The federal government has announced the approval of a million-panel solar farm in NSW that it said will generate enough energy to power 229,000 homes.


NSW Government changes procurement rules to support local industry

06 September, 2024

NSW Government agencies can now consider local content and local development opportunities when suppliers bid for government contracts.


Senate passes Net Zero Economy Authority legislation

23 August, 2024

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that the Senate has passed legislation to establish a Net Zero Economy Authority.


EPA fines BlueScope Steel for control system failure

12 August, 2024

A failure in the coke ovens at the Port Kembla Steelworks allegedly caused significant air emissions, resulting in a fine from the NSW EPA.


NSW renewable energy zone gets the go-ahead

19 July, 2024

The Central-West Orana REZ is approximately 20,000 km2 and takes in cities and towns including Dubbo, Dunedoo and Mudgee.


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