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Labor landslide keeps green hydrogen dream alive

Australia’s fledgling green hydrogen sector and its backers have welcomed the Albanese government’s comprehensive election win, which keeps ambitions of a globally competitive export industry afloat. A change in...

Defence tech firm Anduril to acquire Ireland’s Klas

AI-powered defence startup Anduril Industries on Monday said it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ireland-based tactical communications systems maker Klas. Anduril, along with software maker Palantir...

All Albanese’s innovation sweeteners from the election

With Anthony Albanese and Labor claiming a decisive victory at the weekend’s election, attention now turns to the second-term government’s ambitious agenda for the next three years. Buffeted by...

Qld SportsTech showcased at blockbuster NRL weekend

Eight Queensland startups were selected to showcase their technology to the NRL and rugby league fans as part of a program designed to boost fan engagement, athlete performance and...

Set the clock: Gilmour to open May 15 launch window

Gilmour Space Technologies has been given Civil Aviation Safety Authority approval for the maiden launch of its Eris orbital rocket, and pending final sign-off from the Australian Space Agency...

Returned Albanese pledges to keep building local capability

Tens of billions of dollars in government investment in new industries and manufacturing capability is secure after Labor won the 2025 federal election and returned the Albanese government for...

Critical Minerals, Critical Questions: Is Stockpiling Enough?

The Australian government’s new $1.2 billion critical minerals stockpile plan appears to be more of a political statement than a transformative industrial policy. While some headlines have framed it...

The Gig Guide: ATN appoints new chair

The Australian Technology Network (ATN) of Universities has appointed former  chief defence scientist and University of Newcastle Vice-Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky AO as its new chair. Professor Zelinsky will...