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NSW Energy Security Taskforce releases Final Report
NSW Energy Security Taskforce releases Final Report

It's recommended the NSW Government adopt a more proactive approach to managing short- and medium-term risks; including during prolonged periods of extreme heat.

Expert Panel revises Williamtown investigation area based on new data
Expert Panel revises Williamtown investigation area based on new data

Residents are being urged to heed new precautionary advice; which has been tailored to where they live.

University network to drive NSW defence
University network to drive NSW defence

The NSW Government will invest $1.25 million in a new university-led network to bolster defence-related research and development activity across the state.

Wollongong researcher named NSW Scientist of the Year
Wollongong researcher named NSW Scientist of the Year

A University of Wollongong researcher known for his groundbreaking work fusing robotics with human biology has been named the NSW Scientist of the Year.

Two NSW teachers recognised for excellence at 2017 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Two NSW teachers recognised for excellence at 2017 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

Neil Bramsen from Mount Ousley Public School and Brett McKay from Kirrawee High School were honoured at during a gala ceremony at Parliament House; Canberra.

High hopes for hemp seed solution to firefighting foam contamination
High hopes for hemp seed solution to firefighting foam contamination

University of Newcastle researchers believe hemp seed might provide a real solution to the Williamtown contamination crisis.