Innovation
23 April 2024
NSW is now prioritizing industry and innovation by allocating 3% towards R&D
The New South Wales Premier, Chris Minns, has announced that the functions of industry, innovation, trade, and investment will be returning to the center of government through the transfer of Investment NSW to the Premier’s Department. This move aims to create a more accessible entry point for industry, investors, and entrepreneurs to engage in major government priorities and to ensure seamless coordination across government, according to Minns.
https://www.aumanufacturing.com.au/towards-3-rd-why-is-australias-national-rd-effort-falling
15th May 2024
NSW is leading in innovation
NSW boasts Australia's strongest startup ecosystem, leading universities, and a prime opportunity to attract significant new investments, as per the latest NSW Innovation and Productivity Scorecard. Minister for Science, Innovation, and Technology Alister Henskens highlighted that the scorecard assesses NSW's performance in research, collaboration, skills, enterprise, growth, productivity, and the transition to a net-zero economy. Henskens emphasized that NSW's innovation ecosystem is top-notch and competitive globally, with a focus on boosting productivity, economic growth, and job creation through innovation initiatives.
27 May 2024
CSIRO NSW has opened an innovation program to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the clean energy sector
CSIRO, NSW, Australia's national science agency, is inviting small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on clean energy solutions to apply for the latest 'Innovate to Grow' program. Since its launch in 2020, the program has provided over 600 SMEs with knowledge and tools to explore research and development (R&D) opportunities, as well as to develop actionable R&D business and funding plans. CSIRO has now partnered with Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) to deliver the new 'Innovate to Grow: Clean Energy' program. This free online program will offer Australian SMEs a supportive environment with expert facilitators, experienced researchers, and self-paced deliverables to guide successful applicants through their technical or business challenges.
NSW is leading in innovation
NSW boasts Australia's strongest startup ecosystem, leading universities, and a prime opportunity to attract significant new investments, as per the latest NSW Innovation and Productivity Scorecard. Minister for Science, Innovation, and Technology Alister Henskens highlighted that the scorecard assesses NSW's performance in research, collaboration, skills, enterprise, growth, productivity, and the transition to a net-zero economy. Henskens emphasized that NSW's innovation ecosystem is top-notch and competitive globally, with a focus on boosting productivity, economic growth, and job creation through innovation initiatives.
