We’ve brought together the key highlights of recent industry news from NSW, Australia and beyond to keep you up-to-date.
House Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation, Science and Resources visiting UNE, The Northern Daily Leader
The Committee, which is chaired by New England MP Barnaby Joyce, is holding an inquiry into Developing Australia’s Space industry. It is visiting University of New England’s Smart Farm Innovation Centre to look at how technology is being used in agriculture and farm management. Read more here
Space momentum grows as Aussie startups team up, InnovationAus
Interest in the Space sector in Australia is building, with Space Machines Company and HEO Robotics announcing they are working together to launch a number of cutting-edge cameras into space to help Defence better identify satellites. Read more
ACMA reports boost in Australian space activity, Space Connect
The recent ACMA report identifies a rise in local interest in the space sector, with increase in satellite filing work and licence application requests – and regional Australia receiving the flow-on benefits. Read more
AI, drones, robotics, sensors, IoT and the future, Asia Miner News
Asia Miner News has published a fascinating article about autonomous vehicles and their use in the mining and resources industries in Australia and the wider Asia region. Read more
Work underway on next big Canberra-to-coast bridge project, About Regional
Work has begun on the $178m Nelligen Bridge project, which will provide another connection for motorists travelling between Canberra and the NSW South Coast. Read more