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Australia marks 10 years of the Medical Research Future Fund
The Australian Government is marking the 10th anniversary of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), which has provided $4.2 billion in funding for health and medical research since its establishment.
$1.7B defence boost: Australia to manufacture next-generation Ghost Shark fleet
The Australian Government has announced a $1.7 billion investment to equip the Royal Australian Navy with a fleet of Australian-designed and manufactured autonomous undersea vehicles, known as the Ghost Shark.
Australia invests in local manufacturing of AI tools for respiratory disease
Australian health technology company Diag-Nose.io has secured $3 million in federal funding to advance local manufacturing and clinical validation of an artificial intelligence-powered diagnostic platform designed to improve treatment of respiratory disease.
Pat Conroy says defence future will be ‘made in Australia’ through manufacturing
The Australian Government has underscored Queensland’s central role in building Australia’s sovereign defence capability, with Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy outlining major investments in advanced technologies and manufacturing during an address to the Queensland Media Club.
Manufacturing boost as Australian gov’t backs $50M lithium investment
The Australian Government, through the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF), has committed $50 million to support the ramp-up and underground transition of Liontown Resources’ Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation in Western Australia.
Australian Defence Force picks Japanese frigate to replace Anzac-class vessels
The Australian Government has selected the upgraded Japanese Mogami-class frigate as the preferred platform for the Royal Australian Navy’s future general purpose frigates.
Whyalla Steelworks backed with $275M to support manufacturing transition
The Australian and South Australian Governments have pledged $275 million to support Whyalla Steelworks through its sale process, highlighting its importance to national manufacturing.
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Defence industry manufacturing boosted by latest $17.3M grant round
The Australian Government has announced an additional 40 grants worth more than $17.3 million to boost local manufacturing, support Australian businesses, and strengthen the country’s sovereign defence industry.
Resources outlook: Export earnings to fall, but gold, exploration activity rise
Australia’s resources and energy export earnings are expected to decline over the next two years, according to the Australian Government’s latest Resources and Energy Quarterly, released by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
Australian-made health innovations get green light with gov’t support
The Australian Government has announced a $12 million investment to support the development of new Australian-made medical devices and medicines aimed at improving the treatment of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
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