Technology and Engineering
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South Australian firm aims for activated charcoal breakthrough
First 5000 | February 9, 2018New technology developed in South Australia that will make it more affordable to convert agricultural waste into high value activated carbon could soon be on the market, thanks to a $217,000 State Government grant.
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ICT is more than just an enabler
Rob Fitzpatrick | January 31, 2018The Australian Information Industry Association welcomes the Government’s new strategic plan to strengthen Australia’s innovation culture but stresses the need to support software innovation.
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ISA presents its innovation roadmap for 2030
First 5000 | January 30, 2018The 2030 innovation strategy released by Innovation and Science Australia includes a target to ensure a third of government procurement is awarded to SMEs by 2022.
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Nominations open for the 2018 Endeavour Awards
First 5000 | January 18, 2018Nominations are now welcomed for the 2018 Endeavour Awards for outstanding and innovative Australian manufacturers.
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New regulations clear the way for ‘smart’ traffic solutions
First 5000 | January 16, 2018New regulations will encourage the development of ‘smart’ transport solutions to ease congestion in Australia’s crowded capitals.
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New grant opportunities for innovative Victorian and Queensland SMEs
First 5000 | January 12, 2018Victorian SMEs can now apply for the latest round of development funds from their state government while 11 more Queensland firms have won Accelerate Small Business Grants.
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The Fourth Industrial Revolution is here – are you ready?
John Hawthorne | December 30, 2017Australian firms must grasp the breathtaking opportunities generated by the ‘4th industrial revolution’ or risk being left behind.
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Dear robot Santa…
David Fagan | December 24, 2017Will Father Christmas be replaced by an intelligent, independent android one day? David Fagan explores the legal and ethical ramifications of robots playing an ever greater part in people’s lives.
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Cooperative Research Council review
Tony Peacock | December 19, 2017Dr Tony Peacock, the Chief Executive Officer of the Cooperative Research Centres Association, offers a fascinating insight into the process of lodging a business proposal for scientific research alongside an update on current activities.
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New grant opportunity for advanced manufacturers in Victoria and South Australia
First 5000 | December 18, 2017Mid-sized manufacturers in Victoria and South Australia can now apply for the second round of advanced manufacturing grants offered by the Federal Department of Industry.
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Defence contracts open opportunities for SMEs and skilled workers
First 5000 | December 13, 2017Australian SMEs could reap global opportunities through the BAE Future Frigates bid, but the need to train more apprentices and develop STEM skills in the wider workforce remains a pressing priority.
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Defence research contracts boost Australian SMEs
First 5000 | December 11, 2017The latest set of high-tech defence contracts to Australian SMEs have been revealed, building on earlier announcements to encourage innovation in the domestic defence sector.
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Speed, market vision and reinvention – CSIRO’s vision for the future
Larry Marshall | December 5, 2017CSIRO CEO Larry Marshall explains the impressive past, hard working present and exciting future of science driven innovation in Australia.
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Buccaneer blazes a new trail for the Australian space industry
First 5000 | November 28, 2017The successful launch of a new Australian cube-sat shows the domestic potential of this much touted-sector is becoming a reality.
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New NBN business initiatives help mid-sized firms connect
First 5000 | November 14, 2017The NBN has announced new measures to help Australian firms reap the benefits of faster connectivity after recent criticism of the scheme.