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The Hon Angus Taylor MP

Energy market reforms will create the grid we need for the future

Australia’s shift towards renewable energy is something to be proud of. Last year alone, a record 7,000 megawatts of new renewable capacity was added to our electricity grid, confirming Australia’s standing as a world leader in solar and wind energy generation.

Interview with Paul Murray, Sky News

Interview discusses global emissions, Australian emissions, industry consultations, energy hubs

Consultation on new Safeguard Crediting Mechanism

The Morrison Government is inviting industry to have a say on the design of a new Safeguard Crediting Mechanism that will help Australia’s largest energy using businesses adopt new technologies that will reduce energy costs and emissions while maintaining or increasing their competitiveness.

Energy National Cabinet Reform Committee

Energy Ministers met today as part of the Energy National Cabinet Reform Committee. 

Interview with Deborah Knight, 2GB

Interview discusses COVID vaccine roll-out and developments in Afghanistan.

Investing in technology to help renewables connect to the grid

A new Morrison Government investment in technology will make it easier and faster for generation projects to connect to the electricity grid.

Supporting pole-mounted battery trials in Melbourne's south east

The Australian Government is supporting a trial of batteries mounted on power poles across Melbourne’s south east to help manage electricity from rooftop solar, and periods of peak demand on the network.

Interview with Peta Credlin, Sky News

Interview discusses Australia's emissions targets, the Glasgow climate summit, international emissions, lithium, Afghanistan.

ACCC report underlines importance of gas-fired recovery

Joint media release with Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and Resources and Water Minister Keith Pitt.

The latest report of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) Gas Inquiry underlines the importance of the Morrison Government’s gas-fired recovery and support for further development of the nation’s gas resources.

Interview with Deborah Knight, 2GB

Interview discusses the vaccine roll out and lockdowns.

The Hon Keith Pitt MP

Resources and energy exports expected to surge to a new record

Australia’s resource and energy export earnings are forecast to set a record of $299 billion in 2019-20, an increase of $18 billion from 2018-19.

Victoria gas decision welcomed

Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt has welcomed an overdue decision by the Victorian Government to lift the moratorium on onshore conventional gas exploration and development.

Regional South Australian gas plant ready to pump again with Commonwealth assistance

The redeveloped Katnook Gas Processing Facility near Penola in south-east South Australia is set to again provide natural gas to the region following a major redevelopment, assisted through a $6 million grant from the Federal Government’s Gas Acceleration Program.

Investing in Australia's mining and energy future

Joint media release with Minister for Industry, Science and Technology the Hon Karen Andrews MP
The Morrison Government is investing in industry-led research to maintain Australia’s place as a world leader in mining and energy resources.

Resources sector resilience on display at roundtable

Australia’s resources sector is continuing to show resilience in the face of the ongoing impacts of the corona virus (COVID-19) outbreak and the bushfire crisis.

Interview with Michelle Grattan of The Conversation

Interview discusses Australia’s energy mix, nuclear power, Northern Australia and water management.

Investing in crop research for the North

Joint media release with Minister for Industry, Science and Technology The Hon Karen Andrews MP
The Liberal Nationals Government is continuing the northern development agenda by supporting a major research collaboration which could help open up areas of the Northern Territory as a significant grower of broadacre crops.
 

Massive boost to Townsville student accommodation

Joint media release with Assistant Minister for Northern Australia, the Hon Michelle Landry MP, Member for Herbert, Phillip Thompson OAM, MP, and the Member for Dawson, George Christensen MP
Student accommodation at James Cook University (JCU) in Townsville will be significantly increased, along with local job and economic opportunities,  with the construction of a new residence backed by a $46 million Australian Government loan.

Interview with Adam Steer on Mornings, ABC Darwin

Interview discusses NAIF, developing Northern Australia, NT resource projects and coronavirus

New data shows dramatic increases in critical minerals

Dramatic increases in critical minerals resources including tantalum, lithium and rare earths have been recorded in new data released by the Australian Government.

The Hon Karen Andrews MP

Doorstop - Gilmour Space Technologies

Minister Andrews held a doorstop with Deputy Head of the Australian Space Agency Anthony Murfett and Gilmour Space Technologies.

Interview - ABC Gold Coast

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews was interviewed on ABC Gold Coast.
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Morrison government better targeting the Research and Development Tax Incentive

Joint media release with the Treasurer the Hon Josh Frydenberg MP
The Morrison Government has today reintroduced legislation to better target the Research and Development Tax Incentive (R&DTI) and to ensure its ongoing sustainability.
 

Space Agency links up with global satellite company

The Australian Space Agency has signed an agreement with space and defence giant, Thales, further strengthening Australia’s international space connections to create new local jobs.

Making Australia an international leader in medicinal cannabis

Joint media release with the Minister for Health the Hon Greg Hunt MP
The Morrison Government is maximising the economic potential of Australia’s medicinal cannabis industry, with Major Project Status granted for the development of new facilities in South East Queensland and regional Victoria.

New appointment for national science advisory group

Former Australian of the Year Professor Fiona Wood AM has been appointed to the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) – Australia’s foremost science advisory body. 

South Australian company secures defence satellite contract

Joint media release with Minister for Defence Industry the Hon Melissa Price MP
A small South Australian space technology company has beaten international competition to win a $2.5m Defence contract.

A fair deal on fresh food for Aussie shoppers this Christmas

The Morrison Government is acting to ensure Australian families get what they pay for when organising their holiday spreads, with a pre-Christmas blitz on hams, prawns and other festive favourites.

Australian standards go digital

A new licensing framework from Standards Australia will give key industries, including building and construction workers, easier access to Australian standards in digital formats.

Challenge to find clean energy opportunities

Joint media release with Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan MP
Northern Rivers businesses, students and graduates put their fresh ideas to the test today, at the National Innovation Games in Lismore.