Australian researchers and businesses can receive up to $50,000 funding from the Morrison Government to take their products global under round four of the Global Connections Fund (GCF) Bridging Grants. A device for diagnosing Parkinson’s disease, virtual reality to improve health check-ups, and renewable fertiliser are some of the projects previously supported by the GCF. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology…
I am incredibly honoured to have been reappointed as Australia’s Minister for Industry, Science and Technology under Prime Minister Scott Morrison. As a mechanical engineer before my time in Parliament, I am delighted to continue in this portfolio, and build on the Liberal National Government’s achievements since 2013, including the National Innovation and Science Agenda, which I worked on during my…
The Morrison Government is building a stronger economy by helping local companies to build space equipment and explore space with around $3.5 million in funding to boost the emerging space industry. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said $2.5 million will fund the Space Payload Qualification Facilities project to grow local space capabilities. “This initiative will provide the…
The renowned Questacon Science Circus is coming to Loganholme and Loganlea thanks to additional funding from the Morrison Government. The Circus presents science in a lively and engaging way and visits schools, runs pop-up science centres and professional development workshops for teachers. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said that an extra $8.9 million of funding has been…
The Liberal National Government is backing volunteers across the Gold Coast with a share of funding from the $20 million Volunteer Grants program. Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 will help local community organisations on the Southern Gold Coast with a range of needs, including buying equipment, paying fuel costs, training volunteers or improving their fundraising. Organisations sharing in just over $145,500…
Bonogin residents will get improved mobile phone coverage thanks to the Liberal National Government’s $220 million Mobile Black Spot Program. Gold Coast MP Karen Andrews today announced the new base station under the fourth round of the program. “I’m thrilled that residents and businesses in Bonogin can now enjoy the benefits and opportunities that improved mobile connectivity brings,” Minister Andrews said. “Improved mobile coverage will…
The Morrison Government will upgrade and improve the sporting facilities at the Tweed Heads and Coolangatta Surf Lifesaving Club, as part of a plan to get local residents more active, more often. Local MP Karen Andrews said the $96,966 investment is part of the Community Sport Infrastructure Grant program, established by the Morrison Government, to provide funding for improvements at local…
Currumbin Wildlife Hospital will receive up to $1 million funding from a re-elected Morrison Government under a plan to support koala populations in South East Queensland and Northern NSW. The commitment is part of a $6 million initiative which would also provide grants to protect koala habitats in the region. Gold Coast MP Karen Andrews has been a passionate advocate for…
A new direct flight service will connect the Gold Coast and South Korea, in a major boost for the city’s tourism industry and our local economy. Jetstar has announced it will become the first low cost carrier to fly direct between Australia and Seoul, with three flights a week in and out of the Gold Coast. Federal Gold Coast MP…
The Morrison Government will strengthen Australia’s recycling sector and help local manufacturers deliver a healthier environment, while growing jobs in the nation’s recycling industry. A re-elected Morrison Government will reduce plastic wastage and boost plastics recycling with $20 million in funding to be allocated through round 8 of the Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Projects grants program, as part of the cleaner…