STEM

Over 140 Year 9 girls attended an intensive three-day science and innovation program at Flinders University. The Flinders University STEM Enrichment Academy conference featured a schedule of hands-on workshops, tours, industry talks and round-table discussions aimed at inspiring girls towards STEM journeys. The program featured leaders in industry and academia who eagerly gave their time … Continue reading School students engage with STEM at Flinders University →

Western Australia’s primary and secondary schools have been encouraged to apply for the 2019 Governor’s School STEM Awards, which recognise outstanding whole-of-school STEM education. The awards are part of the Western Australian government’s stated goal of increasing STEM participation in WA schools and encourages schools to integrate STEM across the curriculum. In particular, the awards … Continue reading Applications open for WA Governor’s School STEM Awards →

The reappointment of Karen Andrews as federal minister for industry, science and technology in the Morrison cabinet has been welcomed by sectors of Australia’s science and technology community. Andrews was first appointed to the role in August last year after Morrison became prime minister. Morrison announced Andrews would continue in her ministerial role in the … Continue reading Karen Andrews’ ministerial reappointment welcomed by STEM sector →

The Western Australian government has launched a new science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills strategy. The strategy, which was an election commitment for the McGowan government, was developed by a panel made up of industry experts, researchers and educators, and chaired by WA’s Chief Scientist, Professor Peter Klinken. Called “Future Jobs, Future Skills: Driving … Continue reading WA government launches STEM strategy →

Federal Labor Senator Kim Carr has announced that he will not renominate as Shadow Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, ending a two-decade stint on the frontbench in both government and opposition. Carr has been on Labor’s frontbench since 1996, serving much of that time as the party’s spokesperson for industry, science and research. … Continue reading Labor’s Kim Carr stands down from Opposition frontbench →

Students in West Gippsland studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects are now able to use new facilities funded by the Victorian government. Minister for Education James Merlino today visited for a tour of the school’s $4.5 million new facilities and to see the recently completed $5.8 million STEM Centre at nearby Warragul Regional … Continue reading New STEM facilities for West Gippsland students →

The federal Labor opposition has committed helping deliver a $40 million SkillsTech TAFE campus at North Lakes in Queensland. The Queensland government has welcomed the sign of support. State training and skills minister Shannon Fentiman said the $40 million trades training centre at TAFE North Lakes would provide industry-standard skills for the electrotechnology, construction, engineering … Continue reading Labor commits funding for new high-tech TAFE campus in QLD →

Science & Technology Australia (STA) has announced that 60 senior women leaders from a range of industries, sectors and backgrounds will join its Superstars of STEM program as mentors. STA’s Superstars of STEM program seeks to change perceptions about scientific careers by supporting women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) with the skills, opportunities … Continue reading Sixty industry leaders to join Superstars of STEM program →

Designs for the $3 million refurbishment of the STEM Centre at Newton Moore Senior High School have been unveiled by the Queensland government. The works will see an expanded range of STEM activities for students and a dedicated room for staff collaboration. Class activities will include coding, designing and building prototypes such as solar cars, … Continue reading Plans outlined for Queensland high school STEM centre →

The federal government has launched a new program that aims at lessening gender inequity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) sectors in Australia. The Advancing Women in STEM strategy responds to issues outlined in the the Decadal Plan of Women in STEM, which provided a roadmap for sustained increases in women’s participation in the … Continue reading Federal government launches new women in STEM strategy →

An education in STEM needn’t be seen as narrowing career path options. BOC’s Edith Butterfield talks about how having an inquisitive mind has helped her adapt to her many roles in the company. These days, it is considered highly unusual for younger members of the workforce to stay within one industry for longer than a … Continue reading Growing skills on the job and taking STEM in a different direction →

The Morrison government’s 2019-20 Budget contains some mixed news for Australia’s science and technology sector, providing boosted funding for women in STEM and the nation’s space sector alongside cuts to several research agencies and programs. $3.4 million in new funding will support women in STEM, and includes investment in the Science in Australia Gender Equity … Continue reading Budget a mixed bag for science and technology sector →

The federal government is investing $3.4 million to improve science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) equity in Australia and even-out the gender disparity in STEM careers. Federal industry, science and technology minister Karen Andrews said for Australia to have the the widest talent pool possible, the government needed to ensure that Australians are supported to … Continue reading Federal government spending $3.4 million to boost female participation in STEM →

Analysis of labour force data by the Department of Jobs and Small Business shows that jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related occupations are growing significantly faster than other occupations. Analysis of labour force data by the Department of Jobs and Small Business shows that jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) … Continue reading Jobs in STEM growing faster than other areas →

To celebrate International Women’s Day last week, the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) opened its doors to more than 50 female STEM students, who heard from two accomplished ANSTO female scientists. ANSTO CEO, Dr Adi Paterson said the event was one of a series of activities that can help young girls to see … Continue reading ANSTO promotes female STEM participation on International Women’s Day →

A new national survey indicates that young Australians have positive attitudes towards science, technology, engineering and mathematics pursuing (STEM) skills, but females continue to be less likely to choose subjects and careers in the sector. The survey of attitudes to STEM among 2,000 people aged between 12 and 25 was commissioned by the federal Department … Continue reading National survey finds positive interest in STEM among young people →

A researcher from The Australian National University (ANU) has taken on the role of president of the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). Professor Jodie Bradby is just the second woman to hold the position, after being nominated by her colleagues. She will spend two years in the top job. Bradb said she was keen to … Continue reading New president of the Australian Institute of Physics announced →

The Western Australian government has awarded $330,000 to 11 PhD fellowship winners working on innovative STEM projects. The funding for the Science Industry Fellowship program comes out of the state goverment’s $16.7 million New Industries Fund, which aims at supporting new businesses and diversifying the Western Australian economy. Among the projects that are being funded … Continue reading WA government provides funds for STEM research projects →

Australia’s first ambassador for Women in STEM, astrophysicist Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith, is to join UNSW as Professor of Practice in Science Communication. UNSW has also been named the host organisation for her Women in STEM ambassador role. Harvey-Smith, an award-winning astrophysicist with 15 years’ experience conducting and publishing fundamental astrophysics research at universities and research … Continue reading Women in STEM ambassador to launch 10-year plan at UNSW →

Bosch aims to get students interested in STEM subjects at school by providing a real-world and inspiring context for learning. Rather than sending employees out to schools, Bosch Australia invite students by the busload to visit its Clayton headquarters to experience first-hand industry applications of STEM. Addressing the decline in STEM study Around the globe, research … Continue reading Bosch Australia launches Learn@Bosch sparking enthusiasm for STEM →