Major Funding Boost for Australian Science Research
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, secures hundreds of millions in new funding to tackle the nation's most pressing challenges. Discover how this investment will shape our future.
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CSIRO gets $233m boost in MYEFO as job cuts loom
The Albanese government injects $233 million into CSIRO to safeguard critical research in AI, climate resilience, and minerals, despite 350 jobs still set to be axed. Read the full budget update.
$10 Raffle Offers Gold Prize to Fight Melanoma Deaths
A new $10 raffle offers a $50,000 gold bullion prize to fund vital melanoma research and free mobile skin checks across Australia, where one person dies every six hours.
St Andrew's Grammar opens $9m STEM centre
St Andrew's Grammar School in Dianella unveils its $9 million Bianca Afkos Science and Technology Centre, featuring robotics labs and performance spaces. Opens Term 1, 2026.
Sleep Disorder May Predict Parkinson's Disease Early
Murdoch University research reveals REM sleep behaviour disorder could be an early warning sign for Parkinson's, enabling proactive intervention years before diagnosis.
HMRI award for research transforming blood infection care
Professor Joshua Davis wins HMRI Research Excellence Award for landmark work on staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections, improving global patient outcomes. Read about the Newcastle-based breakthrough.
Long-term study finds COVID vaccines safe, effective after 4 years
A landmark French study of 28.6 million people shows Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines reduce death risk by 74% long-term. Discover the compelling safety data.
CSIRO boss won't rule out further job cuts
CSIRO CEO Doug Hilton has declined to guarantee no further job losses beyond the 350 roles already slated for 2026, citing budget pressures and ageing infrastructure needs. Read the latest.
Townsville scientist's idea leads to global beauty deal
A Townsville scientist's persistence turned a rejected concept into a major global beauty industry partnership. Discover how local innovation is making a worldwide impact.
Emails reveal planned job cuts at research funding body
Internal emails show the Australian Research Council is planning staff cuts despite an expanded workload. Senator Pocock accuses the ARC of a secret restructure. Read the full investigation.
Aussies set to spend $1b on pets this Christmas
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.
Video glitches in job interviews reduce hiring chances
New Australian research reveals technical issues in virtual job interviews negatively impact a candidate's perceived competence and hireability. Learn how to avoid these pitfalls.
Zempilas Leadership Fails to Dent WA Labor's Poll Lead
New Painted Dog Research poll shows Basil Zempilas has barely shifted the dial for the WA Liberals, while Premier Roger Cook faces voter anger on cost of living. Full analysis inside.
Australian Postcode Linked to Body Weight, Study Finds
New Curtin University research reveals your Australian suburb can influence your weight. Discover the environmental factors at play and what it means for public health policy.
Australia's Data Boom Transforms Retail, Health, Finance
Australia's data explosion is reshaping retail, logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. Discover the ripple effects and how businesses must adapt to thrive.
Evidence questions 'upstander' bullying strategy in schools
Recent high-quality studies suggest encouraging students to confront bullies may be counterproductive. Experts urge schools to focus on evidence-based whole-school approaches instead.
Work Christmas Parties: A Hotspot for Harassment
New research reveals over 15% of sexual harassment incidents happen at work social events. Experts from UniSA outline crucial steps for employers and employees to respond and prevent harm.
Newcastle researcher probes $137 billion biodiversity market
University of Newcastle researcher Dr Brooke Williams receives $530,000 grant to develop tool for effective forest restoration amid Australia's growing environmental markets.
Cairns Cancer Hub Seeks $75m Federal Funding Lifeline
The Australian Tropical Centre for Cancer Genomics faces closure without $75 million federal funding. Learn how this impacts Far North Queensland's cancer care and research.
UOW researcher's 13-year MND research journey
Natalie Farrawell shares her 13-year journey at UOW's Yerbury Lab working towards a Motor Neurone Disease cure. Discover how every research step matters in this medical breakthrough race.
Polar Explorer Captain Garcia's Historic Sea Voyages
Discover how Captain Etienne Garcia leads Ponant's icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot on groundbreaking Arctic expeditions while advancing polar research and luxury cruising.
Breakthrough in Childhood Cancer Treatment Found
Australian researchers discover potential drug to overcome resistance in neuroblastoma, offering new hope for treating deadly childhood cancer. Learn about this medical breakthrough.
COP funds could save CSIRO from scientist exodus
The cancelled Adelaide COP31 conference could redirect $2 billion to CSIRO, addressing feral animal crises and scientific brain drain. Read how this impacts Australia's environmental future.
Why modern pop music lacks emotional power
New research shows pop melodies have become less complex since 2000, explaining why songs like Queen's Don't Stop Me Now create stronger emotional responses than modern hits.
Flinders Uni Algal Expert Axed Amid Water Crisis
Flinders University terminates algal bloom expert amid Murray-Darling crisis. Discover the true cost of losing vital scientific expertise during environmental emergencies.
21,000 Aussies Have Metastatic Breast Cancer
Shocking new data reveals double the estimated Australians living with incurable breast cancer. Learn about the urgent need for research and support.
Green Perth Offices Get 7% Higher Rent
JLL research reveals Perth's top-rated sustainable offices can charge 7% more rent, with fully electric buildings seeing a 23.4% national premium. Discover the financial benefits of green retrofitting.
SA Experts Launch Algal Bloom Health Study
South Australian researchers are taking action to investigate the human health impacts of harmful algal blooms, addressing sore throats and breathing issues.
Larry Platt's 60-year science career from teen experiments
Larry Platt's career in science and engineering, ignited by a teenage explosion, spans almost 60 years. The Emergent Group founder shares his journey and views on the Hunter's future.
Valuing Science Through Celebrating Its Achievements
Michael Gatt argues that Australia must celebrate scientific achievements to properly value science. Discover why recognizing wins matters for our future.
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