The Morrison Government will help fund a joint initiative with Singapore to get Australians eating better and living longer. CSIRO will team up with Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) on the Innovations in Food for Precision Health initiative, to help consumers in both countries make healthier food, diet and lifestyle choices. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the…
DetailsAustralian scientists working on cutting-edge Antarctic research will receive $50 million from the Morrison Government over the next 10 years. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Antarctic Science Collaboration Initiative (ASCI) funding will support ongoing Antarctic science, research and innovation. “Australian scientists are renowned for their world-leading Antarctic research, and this funding will ensure these highly skilled science…
DetailsThe Coalition Government will support continued access to the ‘Australian Made’ logo for the Australian complementary healthcare industry after a recent review of consumer law changes and Country of Origin labelling. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Government was responding to the findings of the Complementary Medicine Taskforce and feedback raised by industry. “The Coalition Government is…
DetailsTackling serious diseases, like tuberculosis and malaria, will be the focus of funding from the Coalition Government for Australian-led research projects in the Asia-Pacific region. Fourteen global partnerships will share in $1.25 million to tackle big health, environmental and resources challenges. The funding is through the second round of the Regional Collaborations Programme, which will build stronger linkages in the Asia-Pacific by…
DetailsFor Australia to realise the benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) it’s important to embed our values in technology, and have trust in what businesses and government are developing in this space. The Liberal National Government is seeking feedback to create guidelines that will ensure AI is developed and applied responsibly in Australia. A discussion paper on Artificial Intelligence: Australia’s Ethics Framework,…
DetailsTopics: Major Project Status for Asterion’s cannabis project E&OE: Karen Andrews: So, this morning I’m announcing that Asterion has been awarded Major Project Status to develop a cannabis growing and processing facility that will be based adjacent to Wellcamp Airport at Toowoomba. So this is a medicinal cannabis growing and processing plant. Currently, medicinal cannabis, legal cannabis, across the world,…
DetailsThe Morrison Government has granted Major Project Status to Asterion (Australia) Pty Ltd to develop and establish one of the world’s largest, fully automated, purpose-built glasshouses for cultivation and processing of medicinal cannabis. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the trailblazing research facility in Toowoomba would provide a significant boost to the regional economy, creating over 1000 jobs. …
DetailsTopics: 2019-20 Budget for the Gold Coast E&OE: Bern Young: I have joining me here Breakfast this morning the Minister for Industry, Science and Technology and the Federal Member for McPherson here on the Gold Coast Karen Andrews. Morning, Karen. Karen Andrews: Good morning, how are you? Bern Young: I’m well. Did you have AC/DC in your head as the Budget was being delivered…
DetailsThe 2019-20 Budget is the next stage of the Morrison Government’s plan to build a stronger economy and secure a better future for Gold Coasters. Local MP Karen Andrews said this Budget delivers the first surplus in more than a decade, creates more local jobs, lowers taxes and guarantees essential services like schools, hospitals and roads. “After more than a…
DetailsThe 2019-20 Budget demonstrates the Morrison Government’s commitment to new industries and skills, while also ensuring we support traditional Australian industries and jobs, to further strengthen our economy. These initiatives complement our other commitments to grow Australian industries by supporting more exports and free trade, making energy more reliable and affordable, and delivering a new skills package. The Morrison Government…
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