New Australian National Science Framework to Prioritise ‘Indigenous Knowledge’

Addressing climate change and transitioning to a net zero future while incorporating “Indigenous knowledge” will be among the core approaches of the Australian government’s new scientific framework. Indigenous knowledge systems have been included as a key component of the new National Science Statement and National Science and Research Priorities. The new priorities replace the current framework, established almost a decade ago. Under the new policy, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will be prioritised in emerging technologies like the areas of digital and data. Industry and Science Minister Ed Husic said the former national science priorities handed down by then Prime Minister Tony Abbott was no longer fit for purpose and the new guidelines would spur scientific growth for the country....