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RMIT invests $250m in Vietnam to boost education, research
RMIT University announced the next stage of its Country Commitment to Vietnam, which includes the establishment of a $250 million strategic investment fund aimed at boosting education, research, partnerships, and campus infrastructure.
Jobs and Skills Forum to create thousands of jobs for Victorian workforce
The upcoming State Electricity Commission (SEC) Energy Jobs and Skills Forum to be held on 29 June aims to create thousands of jobs to deliver Victoria’s renewable energy future, as announced today by the Andrews Labor Government.
Tech Council reveals Aussie tech talent up by 8%
The number of IT professionals in Australia has increased by 8 per cent in the past 12 months, from 865,000 in 2020 to 935,000 currently, according to latest figures released by the Tech Council.
Engineers Australia welcomes 2023 federal budget’s commitment to upskilling workforce
Engineers Australia CEO Romilly Madew has welcomed the Australian Government’s 2023 budget for its measures supporting the upskilling of the engineering workforce targeting positive outcomes in AUKUS, manufacturing, sovereign capability, and national energy transition.
UNSW commends $128.5 million funding to boost number of STEM graduates
UNSW has received a $128.5 million Federal Budget allocation that would create over 4,000 new student places aimed at boosting STEM programs and the number of skilled graduates needed for the AUKUS agreement.
Why fostering the workforce of tomorrow will bolster Australia’s manufacturing industry
In the face of significant challenges, investing in a young and dynamic workforce can help Australian manufacturers to remain competitive and innovative in an increasingly challenging market.
National EV strategy a crucial step in making Australia a significant industry player, says...
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has lauded the National Electric Vehicle (EV) Strategy unveiled today as an important step toward establishing Australia as a major player in the global electric vehicle (EV) market.
STEM Returners, BAE to offer new options in defence industry
STEM Returners Australia and BAE Systems are teaming up once more to assist STEM educated people in resuming their professional careers.
SWA rolls out report detailing pandemic impacts on returning workers
Government statutory agency Safe Work Australia (SWA) has issued a new report illustrating the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on workers returning to work following an injury or illness.
WA seeks industry comments ahead of launching defence reskilling, upskilling grants
The Western Australian government is seeking feedback for its expression of interest documents ahead of opening applications for its new $2.5 million defence industry grants program.
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Navigating energy price volatility with predictive intelligence
Energy price volatility has become a structural feature of modern electricity markets rather than a temporary disruption. For energy-intensive manufacturers and large commercial operators, fluctuating wholesale prices are reshaping how energy costs are managed, making reactive approaches increasingly inadequate.
