Karen Andrews

The federal government is backing a world-first innovation that can extend the expiry date of fresh milk to more than 60 days. Queensland company Naturo will use its $1 million Accelerating Commercialisation grant to build a pilot manufacturing plant in Coolum for its world-first patented technology for processing milk that is nutritionally superior and has … Continue reading Patented fresh milk processing technology among many to receive Accelerating Commercialisation grant →

Australian companies are expected to gain new export opportunities to create new jobs, with the COVID-19 Manufacturer Response Register opening to international buyers. The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) introduced the online register in March, so local manufacturers and suppliers of crucial products such as personal protective equipment (PPE) could support the national response to … Continue reading AMGC COVID-19 Response Register opening to international buyers →

Applications are now open for round two of the $52.8 million Manufacturing Modernisation Fund. Businesses will be able to apply for grants of between $100,000 and $1 million to invest in new technology to increase their productivity, create new jobs and drive economic growth. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, said the MMF … Continue reading Applications open for Manufacturing Modernisation Fund Round Two →

The federal government is backing female-led startups across Australia with nearly $12 million in support to help them scale up and grow their businesses. The Boosting Female Founders Initiative is supporting 51 female-founded startups that are majority owned and led by women, with grants of between $25,000 and $480,000. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology … Continue reading $12 million to grow female-led start-ups →

The federal government is backing Australian manufacturers with projects in the space, clean energy and medical sectors to commercialise and take on new markets. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the latest round of the Accelerating Commercialisation grants totals $240 million. “These latest grants will support companies to turn their great ideas … Continue reading More government Accelerating Commercialisation grants announced →

Twenty-one organisations will share in $1.8 million in funding for their projects which inspire students with hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the successful projects under the Maker Projects: Community STEM Engagement Grants would directly benefit students across Australia, with flow-on benefits for … Continue reading STEM grants to benefit students and the nation →

The federal government is further backing start-up businesses on the NSW South Coast to recover from the bushfire season and COVID-19 pandemic. The Bega Valley Innovation Hub is one of the latest recipients of the Incubator Support Initiative, and will use its $250,000 grant to help regional business owners access its specialised business acceleration program. … Continue reading More funding for NSW South Coast start-ups →

The federal government is backing Australian businesses to develop and launch new products into space, as part of a plan to get more local companies to be part of NASA’s Moon to Mars program. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Demonstrator Feasibility grants – between $50,000 and $200,000 are available under … Continue reading Grants for Australian space capabilities →

Five new members have been added to a reinvigorated and newly named Industry Innovation and Science Australia (IISA) as part of the federal government’s plan to grow Australian manufacturing and create jobs. DuluxGroup CEO Patrick Houlihan and Woodside Energy’s Lauren Stafford have both been appointed to the board for three years. Fintech and consumer rights … Continue reading New industry appointments to lead modern manufacturing strategy →

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, will open the conference with a virtual keynote address on Tuesday, 20 October at 11am, to outline the government’s Modern Manufacturing Strategy announced as part of the 2020-21 Budget. The strategy will see the government invest $1.5 billion in initiatives and projects that help Australian manufacturers to scale … Continue reading Minister Andrews to open Industry 4.0 Advanced Manufacturing Forum →

The federal government has invested another $25.7 million to grow Australian business capability in the space sector supply chain. The funding will create jobs and help Australian companies take part in NASA’s inspirational mission to travel to the Moon and Mars. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews said the Supply Chain Capability Improvement … Continue reading Launching Australian businesses into space supply chain →

This year’s National Science Week will embrace the problem-solving spirit of Australia’s science community, with even COVID-19 unable to stop celebrations beginning tomorrow. National Science Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of science. From 15 to 23 August 2020, people from all over the country will participate in virtual tours, online events and DIY science and … Continue reading National Science Week 2020 to kick off despite COVID-19 →

Australia and the US have strengthened their long and productive collaborative history with a senior-level dialogue on science and frontier technologies.  Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews, who virtually met with White House officials, said the two nations were committed to increasing cooperation in science and technology. “There are enormous opportunities for Australia … Continue reading US and Australia strengthen collaboration for science and tech →

The federal government has taken firm action against General Motors by stopping $1 million in taxpayer funds after the company announced it will retire the Holden brand in Australia. GM Holden, which received financial support through the Automotive Transformation Scheme (ATS), had been deregistered under an order by Industry Minister Karen Andrews. Minister Andrews said … Continue reading Holden loses $1m in taxpayer funds after shutting Australian business →

The federal and NT governments are working together to expand the Top End’s space sector, with a new agreement to maximise the NT’s natural advantages to create jobs and grow the economy. Federal Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Northern Territory Government … Continue reading New MoU with NT and space agency to drive job creation and economic growth →

The federal government is calling on start-ups and small-to medium-sized businesses to submit proposals to develop innovative solutions to national environmental challenges. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said $12 million was being made available through the latest round of the Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) across five challenges. “This is a … Continue reading $12 million business innovation initiative for SMEs to save environment →

A diagnostic tool to fight cancer and technology to protect businesses from flood losses are among a series of projects backed by the federal government to commercialise and grow. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the 21 projects sharing more than $10 million are examples of the dynamic business thinking we need … Continue reading $10 million for SME manufacturers to pursue innovation projects →

Seventeen Australian businesses will share almost $2.8 million in funding under Round 2 of the Automotive Innovation Lab Access Grants program. The government investment is expected to unlock a further $3.6 million in industry funding. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the support would help companies undertake a range of design, prototype and testing … Continue reading $2.8m funding for rd 2 of Automotive Innovation Lab Access Grants program, further funding expected →

The federal government and Western Australian government will invest in new space technologies across the state to help grow a range of industries nationwide and create new jobs. Two of the projects being supported are part of the federal government’s $19.5 million Space Infrastructure Fund and to support local jobs and research and development. Fugro … Continue reading WA space project to drive nationwide industry growth →

The federal government is backing a series of projects designed to grow Australia’s space sector and create local jobs, including improving GPS technology and the design of innovative spacesuits that will make spacewalking easier. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the 10 projects sharing in $11 million would boost jobs and skills … Continue reading $11m space grants to boost businesses and local jobs →