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KIM CARR

Government funds Aussie innovation

Wednesday 03 February 2010

A software solution for soil testing and a remote bulk storage beverage dispensing system are among the innovative new products developed by the latest Commercialising Emerging Technologies (COMET) recipients.


Government to help make ideas reality

Monday 11 January 2010

Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation and Industry is calling for applications to the Commercialisation Australia program.


Government offers $2.5million in grants to TCF small businesses

Wednesday 02 December 2009

The Federal Government is set to give $2.5 million in grants to small businesses in the textile, clothing and footwear industry.


Government announces $20.6 million in industry grants for climate change

Wednesday 11 November 2009

The Federal Government is spending $20.6 million to support green jobs as part of its Climate Ready Program.


Comments wanted on commercialisation department's development

Friday 14 August 2009

Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Industry, is calling for public comment to help inform the development and operation of the Commonwealth Commercialisation Institute.


Boost for Australian industry participation welcomed

Tuesday 28 July 2009

The Industry Capability Network has welcomed the announcement by Senator Kim Carr of a $19.1 million funding boost for the organisation.


Carr promotes local car industry in China

Monday 13 July 2009

Speaking in Shanghai on Saturday, industry minister, Senator Kim Carr emphasised the Australian government's committment to the sustainability of Australia's car industry.


Hume joins Australian Made Campaign

Monday 15 June 2009

Hume City has taken its commitment to Australian manufacturing excellence to a new level by joining the Australian Made, Australian Grown (AMAG) Campaign.


Holden safe - for now

Monday 01 June 2009

The US parent of GM Holden has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, allowing Holden to keep trading, but questions about the local car maker remains.


CRC STAR Awards presented

Wednesday 27 May 2009

The 2009 Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program STAR Awards were presented in Canberra Tuesday night (26th) by industry minister Senator Kim Carr.


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