Federal Agencies |
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The national network of Area Consultative Committees provides an important link
between the Federal Government and rural and metropolitan Australia.
AusIndustry is the Federal Government's agency for delivering products, services
and information that support industry, research and innovation.
The Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) is a statutory agency within the Foreign
Affairs and Trade portfolio, established by the Australian Trade Commission Act
1985.
ACIAR is a Federal Government statutory authority that operates as part of Australia's
Aid Program within the portfolio of Foreign Affairs and Trade. It contributes
to the aid program objectives of advancing Australia's national interest through
poverty reduction and sustainable development.
The ACCC promotes competition and fair trade in the market place to benefit consumers,
business and the community. It also regulates national infrastructure services.
Customs manages the security and integrity of Australia's borders.
This web site is managed by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
(DEWR) and provides general information about the Australian Fair Pay Commission.
The Australian Industrial Relations Commission is an independent, national industrial
tribunal established under the Workplace Relations Act 1996.
AQIS is Australia's first line of defence, protecting our unique environment
against exotic pests and diseases. They inspect incoming luggage, cargo, mail,
animals and plants and their products, and provide inspection and certification
for a range of exports.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission enforces and regulates company
and financial services laws to protect consumers, investors and creditors.
The Australian Taxation Office is the Government’s principal revenue collection
agency, and is part of the Treasurer’s portfolio. Its' role is to manage and shape
tax, excise and superannuation systems that fund services for Australians.
CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia's
national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies
in the world.
Working toward a better future for all Australians and developing a world-class
Australian communications and information technology sector and excellence in
culture and sport.
The Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s role is to
develop and implement policies and programs that ensure Australia's agricultural,
fisheries, food and forestry industries remain competitive, profitable and sustainable.
DEST provides national leadership and works in collaboration with the states
and territories, industry, other agencies and the community in support of the
Government’s objectives. They develop and implement policies to ensure the continuing
relevance of education, science and training to contemporary needs and the growing
requirement for lifelong learning.
The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations provides the government
with high quality advice, program and services to achieve three outcomes: efficient
and effective labour market assistance; higher productivity and higher pay workplaces;
and Increased workforce participation.
The Federal Government Department of the Environment and Water Resources (formerly
the Department of the Environment and Heritage) develops and implements national
policy, programs and legislation to protect and conserve Australia's natural environment
resources and cultural heritage.
The department's aim is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians
internationally.
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources has a key role in increasing
prosperity for all Australians through internationally competitive and sustainable
business.
The Attorney-General’s Department provides expert support to the Government in
the maintenance and improvement of Australia’s system of law and justice, national
security and emergency management.
The Department of the Treasury focuses primarily on economic policy. The department
is divided into four groups (fiscal, macroeconomic, revenue and markets) with
support coming from the Corporate Services Division.
The Department of Transport and Regional Services provides policy advice to the
Minister for the Transport and Regional Services portfolio and delivers a variety
of programs on behalf of the Federal Government.
Export Finance and Insurance Corporation is a specialised financial services
organisation supporting Australian businesses exporting and investing overseas
by providing finance, finance guarantees, insurance and bonding facilities.
The Department of Finance and Administration (Finance) is a central agency responsible
for advising on and implementing many key Government priorities. They play a
pivotal role in driving forward initiatives which, when in place, will help transform
how the Federal Government conducts its business.
GrantsLINK makes it easier to find suitable and relevant grants for your community
projects from the many Federal Government grants that are available.
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission is a national independent statutory
government body, established in 1986 by an Act of the Federal Parliament, the
Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act.
The purpose of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship is to 'enrich Australia
through the well managed entry and settlement of people'.
IP Australia's role is to provide a strong intellectual property system, which
promotes innovation, investment and trade.
The objective of the Local Government and Planning Minister Council is to enhance
the effectiveness of local government and planning in Australia and New Zealand.
My Export Coach is a portal of export information specifically designed for ICT
and health companies that have never exported before or have made only a few offshore
sales.
The National Awards for Local Government (NALG) is a Federal Government initiative
established in 1986 to foster and acknowledge innovation, excellence and continuous
improvement in the Local Government sector.
The Office of the Employment Advocate's primary role is to accept lodgements
of workplace agreements.
The Office of the Privacy Commissioners purpose is to promote an Australian culture
that respects privacy.
The Office of Workplace Services will ensure the rights and obligations of workers
and employers under the Workplace Relations Act 1996 are understood and enforced
fairly.
The Productivity Commission is the Federal Government’s principal review and
advisory body on microeconomic policy and regulation. Put simply, its role is
to help governments make better policies, for the benefit of the Australian community.
The Regional Business Development Analysis is a key component of the Federal
Government's 'Stronger Regions, A Stronger Australia' that was launched in August
2001.
The Regional Entry Point provides information and links to Federal Government
programs and services relevant to people living in regional, rural and remote
Australia.
The Federal Government's approach to regional development is to work in partnership
with communities, government and the private sector to foster the development
of self-reliant communities and regions. Regional Partnerships is a programme
that delivers on the Federal Government's approach to regional development.
The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation is a statutory Corporation
formed in July 1990 under the Primary Industries and Energy Research and Development
(PIERD) Act 1989. It was set up by the Federal Government to work closely with
Australian rural industries on the organisation and funding of their Rural and
Development needs.
The Sustainable Regions Programme assists regional communities to address priority
issues they have themselves identified. The Programme offers a planned, integrated
approach to regions facing economic, social and environmental change.
TradeWatch provides Australian businesses with current information about the
international trade and investment environment and Federal Government action to
open international markets.
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