8th Energy Ministers MeetingOn 27-30 May 2007, the Hon Ian Macfarlane MP, Minister for Industry, Tourism and Resources, hosted the 8th Energy Ministers (EMM8) in Darwin, Northern Territory. DisclaimerUsers are cautioned to independently verify material contained on this website. About This SiteThe DIISR website is organised around major areas of activity, such as industry, innovation and small business. This page describes some important features of the site. GlossaryDefinitions of frequently used terms. AusIndustry Product SummaryAusIndustry delivers a range of more than 30 business products, including innovation grants, tax and duty concessions, venture capital, small business services, and support for industry competitiveness. Federal Budget 2005-06Portfolio Budget Statements, Media Releases and Associated Factsheets for the 2005-06 Financial Year. Federal Budget 2006-07Portfolio Budget Statements, Media Releases and Associated Factsheets for the 2006-07 Financial Year. Department Renews Staff Development DealThe Department of Industry Tourism and Resources (DITR) has contracted the Australian National University (ANU) to provide the Master of Public Policy (Industry Strategy) for a further five years. Reporting FraudThe process for reporting fraud against, and within, the Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources. BUDGET DELIVERS-LONG-TERM STRATEGY FOR INDUSTRY GROWTHAustralian Industry, Tourism and Resources Minister, Ian Macfarlane, today announced more than $625 million over four years in Budget funding to drive growth, build prosperity and capture export opportunities for Australian industry. $254.1 Million to Help Australian ExportersAustralian businesses will receive assistance to break into global supply chains and bid for work on major international projects through the Australian Government's new $254.1 million Global Opportunities programme. Tax Changes to Boost R&D by $1 BillionChanges to the research and development (R&D) tax concession, announced on 1 May 2007 by Prime Minister John Howard and Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane as part of the Howard Government's Industry Statement. Funds for FTA Intellectual Property SupportIP Australia, the Australian Government agency that administers intellectual property (IP) rights, has been given additional funds in the Federal Budget to educate businesses on IP issues. (8 May 2007) Improvements to Petroleum Resources Rent TaxThe Government has announced three policy changes to the petroleum resources rent tax (PRRT), directed at lowering compliance costs for PRRT taxpayers and removing inconsistencies. The commencement date for these measures is 1 July 2008. INVEST AUSTRALIA RECEIVES ONGOING SUPPORTThe Howard Government has decided to provide ongoing funding for Invest Australia, recognising the key role the agency plays in securing foreign investment to generate Australian jobs and economic growth, Australian Industry Minister, Ian Macfarlane, said today. Budget 2007-08Portfolio Budget Statements, Media Releases and Associated Factsheets for the 2007-08 Financial Year. |