SmartSat and MBIE Launch New Space Tech Projects
SmartSat and MBIE launch collaborative space research projects, including methane monitoring and optical communication networks, while inviting proposals for new Earth Observation studies to foster innovation and address environmental and social challenges.
Victoria and NSW’s Plans for Smarter Energy Solutions
Victoria and NSW governments, alongside industry, launch a roadmap to advance heat pump hot water systems, focusing on standards, training, consumer protections, and energy efficiency to boost market adoption and savings.
UniSA Opens Advanced 3D Printing Facility
The state-of-the-art 3D printing facility in Adelaide, attracting AU$18 million in funding for space research projects under the iLAuNCH Trailblazer initiative, will boost South Australia’s space industry.
NSW Launches Space+ Programme to Propel Industry
The NSW Space+ Program offers AU$500,000 in grants to support the commercialisation of innovative space technologies, aiming to highlight NSW’s capabilities at the International Astronautical Congress in Sydney next year.
UniSA’s Breakthrough Refrigeration Technology
The University of South Australia’s DP-CO2 refrigeration system cuts energy consumption by 19%, reduces peak electricity demand by 37%, and offers significant emission reductions, promising a more sustainable refrigeration solution.
Western Australia’s RNA Technology Hub
WA’s biotech industry receives AU$2 million from the Cook Government to create Australia’s first RNA centre dedicated to developing advanced cancer treatments, enhancing research and patient outcomes.
Australia: Smart Tech and the Future of Energy Management
CEFC’s AU$50 million investment accelerates smart meter deployment, empowering consumers to manage energy use, lower costs, and enhance grid reliability through advanced technology and behind-the-meter devices.
Australia’s New Digital Strategy for Elderly Care
The Albanese Government’s Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy aims to enhance elderly care by using tech and data, reducing administrative burdens, and increasing efficiency while ensuring privacy and security.
Australia: New High-Tech Facility Boosts Pharmaceutical Research
he MMIC’s new facility at the Australian Synchrotron, supported by ANSTO, enhances pharmaceutical research with advanced synchrotron techniques, fostering innovation in medicine formulation and manufacturing processes.
University of Adelaide: Brain-Computer Interface for Stroke Rehabilitation
RehabSwift, a groundbreaking brain-computer interface therapy, significantly improves hand mobility in stroke survivors by rewiring neural pathways through personalised treatment.
Flinders University: Advancing Health Through Innovation
Flinders University has been granted AU$6.4 million from the MRFF to enhance research on obstructive sleep apnoea and gestational diabetes, aiming to improve diagnostics and treatment methods through innovative and cost-effective technologies.
New South Wales Accelerating AI Development
An AU$ 5.6M investment will see 16 councils trial AI tech to streamline development applications, reducing administrative delays and enhancing approval efficiency, ultimately supporting faster housing development across the state.
New South Wales Updates AI Assessment Framework
The NSW Government has integrated an updated AI Assessment Framework into its Digital Assurance Framework to enhance AI risk management, ensuring responsible and ethical AI development and deployment across all government agencies.
Powering Tomorrow: UoW’s Innovation Hub for Clean Energy
the Energy Futures Zone at UOW’s Science Space will feature hands-on exhibits on sustainable energy technologies like hydrogen, wind, and solar, aiming to educate visitors and inspire the next generation of innovators.
Australia: Insect Wing Research Fuels Microdrone Tech
Microdrones, inspired by the aerodynamics of insect wings, promise advancements in artificial pollination, environmental monitoring, and Mars exploration by overcoming stability and turbulence challenges through innovative wing design and flapping mechanisms.
AI to Transform Australia’s Job Market and Economy
The Tech Council of Australia reports that AI could create 200,000 jobs and contribute AU$115 billion to the economy by 2030, requiring a 500% increase in the AI workforce over seven years.
Australia: VR Therapy for Mental Well-being
Swinburne Uni, in partnership with an industry player, launches a key trial using virtual sailing technology to provide an innovative, inclusive treatment for Major Depressive Disorder, focusing on brain activity and motor learning.
Skin Cancer Detection: UQ’s AI Initiative in Regional Australia
The University of Queensland leads a AU$3 million project using AI and 3D imaging to enhance early detection of skin cancer in regional and rural Australia, aiming for equitable healthcare access and improved patient outcomes.
Building Australia’s First AI-Driven Public Health Platform
Flinders University’s SMART-PH project aims to improve Australia’s public health system using AI for real-time data integration, enhancing response to pandemics, natural disasters, and chronic health issues with equitable access to care.
New South Wales: Transforming Digital Identification
The NSW Government, partnering with St John Ambulance, is piloting Digital First Aid Certificates within its new Digital Wallet, marking a significant step towards secure and convenient digital identification and credential sharing.
Advancing Australia: Transforming Digital Services
Data and Digital Ministers Meeting prioritised digital inclusion, secure Digital ID, ethical AI, and streamlined services via the National Life Events Program, advancing Australia’s digital infrastructure.
Queensland’s Digital Platform for Small Business Sustainability
The ecoBiz digital platform, launched by the Miles Government, aids Queensland small businesses in cutting emissions and reducing energy, water, and waste costs, promoting sustainability and economic savings.
Continuous3D: Innovation in Advanced Manufacturing
Continuous3D has transformed from a lab-based efficiency project to a pioneering commercial enterprise in robotics, leveraging innovative technology validated through rigorous industry trials and supported by CSIRO’s strategic initiatives.
Curtin University Algorithms Revolutionise CubeSat Precision
Curtin University’s new algorithms enhance CubeSat precision and autonomy, revolutionising their use in space missions and benefiting industries such as environmental management, agriculture, disaster response, and infrastructure inspection.
New Investment Fuels Digital Jobs Programme in Victoria
Victoria’s Digital Jobs program provides 12 weeks of free digital training and placements for mid-career professionals, supported by an AU$4.4M investment, addressing tech skills shortages and boosting career transitions into tech.
Curtin University to Lead Western Australia’s GreenTech Hub
Curtin University will operate Western Australia’s new GreenTech Hub, a key part of an AU$ 40M initiative, focused on accelerating green technology development and supporting the state’s decarbonisation goals.
University of Adelaide Partners to Advance Innovation
The University of Adelaide has partnered with a local engineering firm, focusing on advancing innovations in health, AI, sustainability, climate change, and resilience, leveraging combined expertise and resources.
Australia: AI on Cube Satellites for Rapid Bushfire Detection
Australia develops AI-powered cube satellites that significantly enhance bushfire detection speeds by processing hyperspectral imagery onboard, enabling rapid smoke detection and early intervention to prevent fire escalation and damage.
Australia-India Collaborative Space Tech Initiative
Australia and India enhancies their space industry collaboration through an AU$18 million grant programme supporting innovative projects, reflecting their commitment to advancing space technology and fostering a prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
Australia: AI Insights on Containing COVID-19 in Prisons
A study finds vaccination and prompt lockdowns most effective in reducing COVID-19 spread in prisons. An AI-based model using NSW data underscores the need for combined measures for optimal containment.
