The Western Australian Government's new Science and Technology Plan outlines a strategic vision to enhance the State's scientific and technological capabilities over the next 10 years.
The Plan aims to build on Western Australia's strengths, which include space operations, remote technologies, marine science, health care and renewables.
The Plan identifies 6 strategic areas to help seize opportunities, create jobs, improve society, attract talent and investment and boost the economy, which will establish Western Australia as a global hub for leading and inclusive scientific and technological research, development and commercialisation.
This Plan supports other WA government strategies and policies, including DiversifyWA and WA's Innovation Strategy.
The Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) led the development of the plan, consulting widely with stakeholders across government agencies, Aboriginal groups, research institutes, industry and community.
JTSI will lead the delivery of the Plan, supported by the establishment of the Science and Technology Council. Expressions of interest for the Science and Technology Council are open from Wednesday 4 December 2024 until Friday 14 February 2025.
