Karen Andrews

The importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills were highlighted during the recent federal election. With the election over, the sector is now focussed on the opportunities ahead. Manufacturers’ Monthly reports. While the federal Coalition government, in its 2019 budget, recognised the need for greater enrolment of young people – and, in particular, … Continue reading Training the workforce of the future →

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, announced on June 26 that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Women in Innovation Leadership Dialogue will be held as part of the World Economic Forum’s meetings in Asia. This announcement provides the opportunity for Australian leaders in STEM to connect with their counterparts across the … Continue reading Australia leads push for women in STEM leadership across Asia →

Automotive businesses are set to receive up to $2.5 million dollars in funding from the Federal Government as part of its Automotive Innovation Lab Access Grants program. The Automotive program is part of the Federal Government’s $100 million Advanced Manufacturing Fund. Each of the grants will be matched through industry funding from the automotive businesses. … Continue reading Automation businesses receive Federal funding →

Prime Minister, Scott Morrison announced on 26 May, the reappointment of Karen Andrews as Minister for Industry, Science, and Technology. Andrews was first appointed in August 2018 after Morrison became Prime Minister. “I will continue to work to strengthen Australian industries, so they can drive our nation’s economic growth and create more job, and I … Continue reading Karen Andrews reappointed as Minister →

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews commends Australian industry for being world-renowned for advances in robotics research. She told Manufacturers’ Monthly that robots and autonomous systems are unlocking new value and supporting industries such as mining, agriculture and manufacturing to grow the economy and workforce. “Australia has globally recognised and established research strengths … Continue reading Australia steers path to robotics and automation excellence →

A $4.7 million boost from the Australian government will strengthen innovation and science links with China to help tackle challenges facing key industry sectors, with a focus on developing medical and alternative energy security technology. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Australia-China Science and Research Fund investment will bolster global partnerships … Continue reading China and Australia strengthen ties in science →

CSIRO’s Data61’s new Robotics Innovation Centre in Queensland has the backing of the Australian government, which sees robotics and automation as a key strength for the country. In March, CSIRO’s Data61 announced the opening of a new purpose-built research facility for robotics and autonomous systems, which expands on its current infrastructure. Minister for Industry, Science … Continue reading Karen Andrews: Australia globally recognised for research strengths in robotics →

Australian industries will benefit from duty free access for many steel, iron, copper and plastic products as part of a new Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA) signed on March 4. IA-CEPA will deliver significant benefits to Australia’s manufacturing and resources sectors. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said IA-CEPA would help to … Continue reading New deal with Indonesia boosts Australian industry →

The Commonwealth has officially opened the Joint Cyber Security Centre (JCSC) in Adelaide. The program is a partnership between business, government, academia and other key partners to enhance collaboration on cyber security. Minister for Defence Christopher Pyne officially opened the Centre on Friday and welcomed representatives from federal and state governments, the academic community and … Continue reading New cyber security centre launched in Adelaide →

Infosys, a global consulting, technology and next-generation services company, has announced plans to open three Innovation Hubs across Australia by 2020, with focus on educating Australian students in areas like machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), user experience, cyber security, digital platforms, big data and cloud. The company has also committed to create up to 1,200 new … Continue reading Infosys to open three innovation hubs across Australia by 2020 →

The Federal Government has shortlisted six new Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) as part of the 20th round of the CRC Program (CRC-P). The CRC grants support medium to long term industry-led collaborations to solve industry problems and deliver tangible outcomes. The Australian Government has committed a total of $731 million over four years for the … Continue reading Six new applicants shortlisted for CRC Program →

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, today released the Statement of Principles for Australian Innovation Precincts, which provides a guide for developing innovation precincts across Australia. There are many active and planned innovation precincts in Australia. Australia currently has more than 50 established precincts, and statistics show job creation rates are more than … Continue reading A new guideline for Australia’s innovation precincts →

The Australian Space Agency has signed a statement of strategic intent with Sitael Australia, a designer and manufacturer of satellites, to design, build and test small satellites in Australia. The signing, which took place during the International Astronautical Congress in Bremen, Germany yesterday, will hep Australia improve its satellite capabilities, head of the Australian Space Agency, … Continue reading New agreement with Sitael to help boost Australia’s satellite capability →

The establishment of the Australian Space Agency has been commended in a resolution introduced into the United States House of Representatives. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, welcomed the resolution and said the Space Agency will help drive the growth of Australia’s space industry, create new opportunities for businesses and create jobs. “The resolution … Continue reading Australian Space Agency recognised in the United States →

The Australian Academy of Science is beginning to develop a 10-year plan on behalf of the Australian Government to increase the engagement and participation of girls and women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). The initiative, falling under the 2018-19 Budget promises, was announced jointly by Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews and Minister … Continue reading Developing a 10-year plan for women in STEM →

The CSIRO Innovation Fund, managed by Main Sequence Ventures, has attracted $232 million in investment in its first year. The Fund has made nine investments in companies, supporting hi-tech industries, creating more than 100 new jobs. Capital raising for the Fund has realised $232 million – exceeding its target for private sector investment by $32 … Continue reading CSIRO’s venture fund boosts jobs and innovation →

Fifteen companies from Victoria and South Australia have been named as recipients of nearly $19 million worth of grants under the second and final phase of the government’s Advanced Manufacturing Growth Fund. Recipients of the grants include BNNT Technology, which will receive a $1.4 million grant to help produce its boron nitride nanotubes on an … Continue reading Fifteen manufacturing businesses to share $19m in government funding →

The Australian Space Agency and its French counterpart have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will help both nations work together to develop their respective space programs and take full advantage of the rapidly expanding global space industry. The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, welcomed the agreement signed on 1 … Continue reading Australia, France join to build space industry capability →