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Solar farm.| Newsreel

Largest solar farm aims to export power to Asia

Australia’s largest solar farm has received Federal Government approval, with plans to export the power it produces to Singapore. SunCable’s Australia-Asia Power
Read more 21 August 2024
Paralympic athlete and coach. | Newsreel

AIS to double Para coaches for Brisbane 2032

With the Paris Paralympics set to start next week, Australia has unveiled plans to double the number of Para coaches in the lead up to Brisbane 2032. Australian Sports
Read more 20 August 2024
Lecturer in classroom. | Newsreel |

University warning on casual employees

The Higher Education sector has warned of a loss of both jobs and course options, because of new Federal Government industrial relations laws. Australian Higher
Read more 13 August 2024
Female scientist in lab. | Newsreel

Science framework lifts Indigenous knowledge

Elevating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems is one of five key priorities in a new national science framework released today. Federal Minister for
Read more 12 August 2024
Baby and doctor. | Newsreel

Queensland babies in genetic screening trial

Thousands of Queensland newborns will be screened for genetic illnesses under a trial program. The University of New South Wales (UNSW) will use a $5.5 Federal
Read more 12 August 2024
Soldier at computer. | Newsreel

Cyber elevated to join ADF’s warfighting services

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has elevated information warfare to sit alongside traditional services in its capabilities. The new Cyber Command has sharpened the
Read more 12 August 2024
Crowd at live music event. | Newsreel

Aussie live music needs global cut-through

The future of live music in Australia depends on a global focus and helping local artists cut through on streaming services, according to the industry’s peak
Read more 7 August 2024
Heat stressed elderly woman in front of fan. | Newsreel

Climate change focus for health experts

A new Federal Government advisory group has been established to help reduce the impacts of climate change on the nation’s health. Chaired by Federal Health Minister
Read more 7 August 2024
Doctor in his office. | Newsreel

Australian GP shortfall tipped to pass 5000

Australia is facing a shortfall of more than 5000 general practitioners in less than 10 years, with a peak body for doctors calling for action to address the
Read more 7 August 2024
Satellite in space. | Newsreel

Defence force out to command space domain

Australia’s defence forces reached for the stars when it tested its space skills during a recent exercise. The ADF’s Space Command took part in Exercise Pitch Black
Read more 6 August 2024