Keeping an eye on the now and the next: Science Meets Parliament 2026 dinner speech

Professor Tony Haymet spoke at the Science Meets Parliament 2026 dinner on 25 March.

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Fighting fire with science

Australia’s Chief Scientist, Professor Tony Haymet, recently visited a UNSW exhibition showcasing advanced bushfire research and technology. This cinematic exhibition helps firefighters and communities to better understand the behaviour of fires under different conditions.

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Prof Haymet addresses Royal Society of NSW annual dinner

On Friday 27 February, Prof Haymet delivered a speech at the Royal Society of NSW annual dinner.

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Prof Haymet delivers keynote address at Universities Australia Solutions Summit

On Wednesday 25 February 2026, Prof Tony Haymet delivered a keynote address at the Universities Australia Solutions Summit.

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Prof Haymet addresses AMOS 2026 conference

On Thursday 19 February, Prof Tony Haymet addressed the 2026 Australian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society (AMOS) Conference in Hobart.

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For a new year’s resolution that really counts, cut carbon rather than carbs

Australia's Chief Scientist, Professor Tony Haymet, discusses climate goals and opportunities – and the national resolve that can help to achieve them

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Vale Professor Emma Johnston AO

Australia's Chief Scientist, Professor Tony Haymet, and the Office of the Chief Scientist are saddened to hear of the passing of Professor Emma Johnston AO.

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Prof Haymet delivers speech at the Marie Krogh Young Women in Science Prize

On 25 November 2025, Prof Tony Haymet delivered a speech for the Marie Krogh Young Women in Science Prize.

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Chief Scientist delivers keynote address at CropLife Australia Members' Forum

On Wednesday 29 October 2025, Australia's Chief Scientist, Prof Tony Haymet delivered a speech to the CropLife Australia National Members' Forum in Canberra.

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Prof Haymet delivers speech at the ATSE Awards Gala dinner

On Thursday 30 October 2025, Prof Tony Haymet delivered a speech at the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering Awards Gala Dinner in Adelaide.

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