Science
Broad subject area
Report
Australian AgTech: opportunities and challenges as seen from a US venture capital perspective
This report, the first of its kind, analyses the volume, value and makeup of AgTech investment in Australia. It puts it in the context of the United States and provides insight into both how AgTech is developing as a new sub-industry and the broader venture capital market in Australia.
Report
Thinking through submarine transition
The transition from the Collins-class submarines to the future submarine fleet will be more complex than any previous capability transition that Defence has undergone. The submarine enterprise will be in constant transition, rather than completing a short, bounded transition process.
Guide
Draft - Solar energy facilities: design and development guidelines
The Victorian government has developed these draft guidelines to help outline the assessment and development process for large-scale solar energy facilities in Victoria. The document includes an outline of requirements for planning and assessing new solar energy facility proposals for councils and developers.
Briefing paper
A broadband imperative: equitable opportunity for tribal communities through libraries
This policy brief includes how the Tribal Connect Act addresses the shortcomings of the E-Rate program for tribal libraries, success stories like MRG, and takeaways for decision makers.
Report
Results of Australia’s health panel survey on recommendations and regulation of smartphone apps for health and wellness
This survey report found that consumers want support in finding accurate, effective smartphone apps for health and wellness, and they should be subject to an authoritative regulatory system that rates them for efficacy.