Author: Joseph Brookes

STEM diversity programs reshaped for new push

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The federal government’s reshaped funding package for STEM diversity was laid out for the first time on Tuesday, revealing long-term extensions and tweaks to several programs but the end...

Crossbench MPs seek changes to FMIA bill

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Independent MP Helen Haines met with Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Monday to try and allay fears there is only a “vague outline” for how tens of billions of dollars...

Action must follow landmark aspiration for Indigenous science

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Indigenous researchers are buoyed by the Albanese government’s landmark elevation of First Nations knowledge in national science priorities, but say action must match the aspiration to drive change. After...

New govt AI use policy mandates accountability

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Defence and national intelligence agencies have been carved out of the first policy for responsible use of AI by government, which launched on Thursday to engender trust in the...

Greens draw battle lines on Future Made in Australia

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Future Made in Australia legislation won’t pass until next month at the earliest after the Greens flagged multiple issues with the government’s bills and warned of an “election slush...