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Advocates say sustained momentum is needed for technological change in Australia.
Big support for uni reform
Funding has been provided for an independent education body to oversee universities reform.
Space spend questioned
The Victorian Government has invested $37 million in a US space tourism company.
Tech spend aimed at AI
About $2.8 billion in technology investments are included in the 2024 federal budget...
Jail time for revealing crimes
David McBride, a former Australian army lawyer and whistleblower who exposed murder, has been jailed.
Mind-reading tech tested
A new mind-reading device is capable of decoding words that people are thinking but not vocalising.
Reef restoration gives hope
The revival of a reef in South Australia provides hope for broader marine restoration efforts.
Court rejects eSafety extension
The Federal Court has denied the eSafety commissioner's bid to hide a controversial video.
Health fund topped up
Researchers are invited to apply for a share in a new $160 million medical research fund.
Icy inquiry backs new ship
An inquiry report has slammed the “bewildering” budget overspend in Australia’s Antarctic mission.
New head for info body
Elizabeth Tydd has been appointed the new Australian Information Commissioner.
Big school gap surveyed
New research highlights severe underfunding for students with disabilities in Australian schools.
Clean power classes backed
The Albanese Government wants to broaden Australia’s skilled workforce in clean energy sectors.
Prac pay announced
A new support payment will be offered for student placements in critical care fields.
DV bill to boost response
The NSW Government has announced a $230 million domestic violence prevention and support package.
Google allows self-review
Google has introduced a new tool for Australian users, ‘Results about you’.
Police say change coming
Victoria Police has pledged to implement 79 significant reforms by the end of 2025 in response to findings from the Yoorrook Justice Commission, Victoria's Indigenous truth-telling inquiry.