Hugh Durrant-Whyte

A $40 million biosciences fund aims to develop biological and commercialise science products to address health and environmental challenges.

The 20-year R&D roadmap identifies digital, materials and chemistry, biotechnology, and energy as NSW’s competitive advantage areas.

The Net Zero Emissions and Clean Economy Board, which will be established by regulation, will advise the NSW government on program design and funding proposals under the first phase of the state’s plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

The New South Wales government has launched a new action plan that aims to accelerate research and development in the state while encouraging businesses and researchers to solve key challenges government agencies face.