CSIRO to persist with job cuts despite $387 million funding injection

CSIRO to persist with job cuts despite $387 million funding injection

Australia's national science agency CSIRO will persist with job cuts to up to 350 roles despite an extra $387.4 million in funding announced from the federal government.

Future job cuts possibly avoided with huge budget lifeline thrown to CSIRO

The Albanese government backs CSIRO with $387.4 million for equipment and upgrades. Funding aims to prevent future cuts and stabilise national science agency

CSIRO Receives A$387.4 Million Boost in Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget

The Australian Government has allocated an additional A$387.4 million to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) over four financial years in the 2026–27 Federal Budget. Announced in a pre-budget update, the funding is intended to strengthen research capability, maintain critical infrastructure and support long‑term organisational sustainability. The investment also secures operations at Australia’s […]