Embracing digital technologies will drive Australia’s productivity growth to boost wages and living standards, according to a report released today by the Office of the Chief Economist. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the findings of Industry Insights 3/2018 — Future Productivity reveal how digital technologies are bringing benefits to the Australian economy through increased productivity. “The…
A new Government strategy will help develop the nation’s digital skills, outline how businesses can save time and money and deliver better services for consumers, ensuring every Australian can share in the benefits of technology. Unveiled today by the Liberal National Government, Australia’s Tech Future details how Australians can work together to deliver a strong, safe and inclusive economy, boosted…
Tasmania’s small and medium-sized businesses will be better placed to capitalise on the fourth industrial revolution through funding allocated in this week’s Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) statement. The Liberal National Government has allocated $1 million to develop an Industry 4.0 Testlab at the University of Tasmania to improve digital capabilities for small and medium enterprises. Minister for Industry, Science and…
Helping Australia’s small businesses save time and money by going digital will be the focus of a new independent body established by the Liberal National Government. The Coalition today announced the body in response to recommendations by the Small Businesses Digital Taskforce, led by entrepreneur Mark Bouris AM, which reported its findings earlier this year. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology,…
The Liberal National Government will support older Australians and our ageing population on the Gold Coast with a $185 million medical research package focused on ageing, aged care and dementia. Gold Coast MP Karen Andrews said the 10-year Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission will be funded through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and its focus will include: Dementia (diagnosis, treatment and…
Over half a million Australians are getting a better deal on their energy prices thanks to pressure from the Morrison Government on the big energy companies to put customers first. For too long the big energy companies have focused on their massive profits. We have demanded they put customers first, and lower their power prices. AGL, Origin, and EnergyAustralia, along with…
Australia’s small businesses will be given access to support and advice from some of the nation’s best business minds, under a new advisory group announced today by the Liberal National Government. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Small Business Advisory Group will make it easier for businesses to succeed and flourish, and in turn invest, expand and…
Six of the nation’s most prominent scientists, including a Nobel Prize winner, have been appointed as board members of Australia’s peak science advisory body. Professors Genevieve Bell, Barbara Howlett, Geordie Williamson and Debra Henly will join Professors Brian Schmidt and Ian Frazer on the National Science and Technology Council, which was announced recently by the Liberal National Government to boost jobs…
The Liberal National Government has welcomed a report urging the Western Australian Government to adopt key recommendations to ensure subcontractors working in the state’s construction industry feel more confident about being paid on time. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews welcomed the report from John Fiocco, which recognises the need for greater national consistency and urges WA to implement…
The Liberal National Government welcomes the selection of Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, to provide maintenance and operational support for the deep space tracking station at New Norcia in Western Australia. The New Norcia station, 130 kilometres north-east of Perth, provides tracking, communication and data download services to European Space Agency missions exploring our solar system, as well as missions of…