Departments and agencies

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ACT Accreditation and Registration Council (ARC)

The ACT Accreditation and Registration Council (ARC) is responsible for the registration of training organisations and the accreditation of courses.

ACT Chief Minister's Department

The Chief Minister's Department provides a whole of Government focus on policy and strategic advice to Government.

ACT Department of Disability, Housing and Community Services

The ACT Department of Disability, Housing and Community Services has responsibility for a wide range of human services functions in the ACT.

ACT Department of Education and Training

The Department of Education and Training delivers high quality education services through government schools.

ACT Department of Justice and Community Safety

The ACT Department of Justice and Community Safety is responsible for justice, the law, emergencies and government elections.

ACT Department of Treasury

The Department of Treasury provides strategic financial and economic advice and services to the ACT Government.

ACT Government Catalogue of Publications

ACT Government Catalogue of Publications.

ACT Health

ACT Health provides a comprehensive range of health services to the people of the Australian Capital Territory.

ACT Land Development Agency

Land Development Agency sells and develops land on behalf of the ACT Government.

ACT Planning and Land Authority

The ACT Planning and Land Authority is responsible for regulating land development, land use, community consultation and public education.

ACT Registrar-General's Office - Births, Deaths and Marriages

Births, Deaths and Marriages registers ACT births, deaths, marriages, adoptions and changes of name.

ACT Revenue Office

The ACT Revenue Office assists the ACT Government to develop a simple and equitable tax system for the ACT.

ACT Territory and Municipal Services

The Department of Territory and Municipal Services plans, develops and delivers a range of state municipal services for the people of the ACT.

Administrator of the Northern Territory

The Administrator of the Northern Territory has a role and responsibilities essentially the same as those of a State Governor.

Antarctic Tasmania

Antarctic Tasmania's mission is to promote Tasmania as a centre for Antarctic, sub-Antarctic and temperate marine activity.

Arts Queensland

Arts Queensland develops and implements cultural policy and administers cultural funding and capital works programs that support arts and cultural development for the benefit of the community.

Arts Tasmania

Arts Tasmania implements Government arts policies and programs, administers funding to the arts and museums sector.

Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID)

The aid program's objective is to assist developing countries reduce poverty and achieve sustainable development, in line with Australia's national interest.

Australian Communications & Media Authority

Australia's regulator for broadcasting, the internet, radiocommunications and telecommunications.

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission promotes competition and fair trade in the market place to benefit consumers, business and the community.

Australian Defence Force Academy

The Australian Defence Force Academy trains, educates and develops the future leaders of the Australian Defence Force.

Australian Federal Budget

This is the official website of the budget of the Australian Government.

Australian Institute of Marine Science

The Australian Institute of Marine Science was established in 1972 to generate the knowledge needed for the sustainable use and protection of the marine environment.

Australian National Audit Office

The Australian National Audit Office is a specialist public sector practice providing a full range of audit services to the Parliament and Australian public sector agencies and statutory bodies.

Australian Office of Financial Management

The Australian Office of Financial Management manages Australian Government debt, cash and financial assets.

Australian State, Territory and Local Governments Portal

The Australian whole-of-government single point of access (portal) which provides links to the ten entry points for Australian, state, territory and local governments.

Australian Trade Commission (Austrade)

The Australian Trade Commission, Austrade, is Australia's leading Federal Government trade promotion organisation.

Australian Valuation Office

The Australian Valuation Office (AVO) provides valuation and consultancy services and advice to federal, state, territory and local governments.

Biotechnology Australia

Biotechnology Australia manages the National Biotechnology Strategy and coordinates non-regulatory biotechnology issues for the Australian Government.

Careers with the Victorian Government

Our website will tell you all you need to know about a rewarding job or career with the Victorian Government in Australia.

Comcare

Comcare is responsible for workplace safety, rehabilitation and compensation in the Australian Government jurisdiction.

Commonwealth Ombudsman

The Commonwealth Ombudsman considers and investigates complaints from people who believe they have been treated unfairly or unreasonably by an Australian Government department or agency.

Department for Victorian Communities (DVC)

The Department for Victorian Communities (DVC) works with local people throughout Victoria with the mutual goal of strengthening communities.

Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy (DBCDE)

The Department provides strategic advice and professional support to the Australian Government on arts and culture, broadcasting, information and communications technology, sport and telecommunications.

Department of Defence

The official site of the Department of Defence.

Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA)

The Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) is responsible for social policies and support affecting Australian society and the living standards of Australian families.

Department of Finance and Deregulation (Finance)

The Department of Finance and Deregulation (Finance) plays an important role in assisting government across a wide range of policy areas to ensure its outcomes are met, particularly with regard to expenditure and financial management, deregulation re

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade aims to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally.

Department of Health and Ageing

The Department of Health and Ageing is responsible for health matters including: population health; access to pharmaceutical services; access to medical services; and aged care and population ageing.

Department of Human Services

The Department of Human Services aims to improve the development and delivery of government social and health-related services to the Australian people.

Department of Immigration and Citizenship

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship enriches Australia through the well managed entry and settlement of people.

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

On 29 November 2007, the Hon. Kevin Rudd MP, Prime Minister of Australia, announced changes to the Australian Public Service which included the establishment of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research

The Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research strives as a key priority to encourage the sustainable growth of Australian industries.

Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism

The Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism provides advice and policy support to the Australian Government regarding Australia's resources, energy and tourism sectors.

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

The Department provides advice and information to the Prime Minister on major policy matters of domestic and international concern.

Department of the Treasury

The Department of the Treasury deals with economic, fiscal and monetary policy.

Department of Veterans' Affairs

The Veterans' Affairs portfolio is responsible for carrying out Government policy and implementing programs to fulfil Australia's obligations to veterans and their dependents.

Disability Services Queensland (DSQ)

Disability Services Queensland (DSQ) was established to provide a strong focus on disability across Queensland Government.

Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria

EPA's purpose is to protect, care for and improve the environment.

Environment Protection Authority SA (EPA)

Explore a wide range of environment protection issues.

Equal Opportunity Commission of South Australia

Equal Opportunity or Anti-discrimination means that everybody has a right to be treated fairly regardless of irrelevant personal characteristics.

Film Victoria

Film Victoria is the Victorian State Government agency that promotes and supports excellence in screen-based content creation in Victoria.

Foreign Investment Review Board

The Foreign Investment Review Board examines proposals by foreign interests to undertake direct investment in Australia and makes recommendations to the Government under its foreign investment policy.

Government of Western Australia - Portal

Official Site of the Government of Western Australia.

Housing SA

Housing SA provides Public Housing, Private Rental assistance and a range of other housing services to the people of South Australia.

Information Victoria

Information Victoria's aim is to provide quick and easy access on all State Government information and services to the Victorian community.

Insurance Commission of WA Motor Vehicle Personal Injury Division.

The Insurance Commission of WA manages all personal and fatal injury claims resulting from motor vehicle crashes.

jobs.nsw - Government Jobs Online

The NSW Public Sector consists of approximately 80 government departments and statutory authorities.

Major Projects Victoria

Major Projects Victoria manages large-scale development and construction projects - from concept to completion - for the Victorian Government.

National Health and Medical Research Council

The National Health and Medical Research Council is responsible for raising the standard of individual and public health.

National Transport Commission

The role of the National Transport Commission is to progress regulatory and operational reform for road, rail and intermodal transport in order to deliver and sustain uniform or nationally consistent outcomes.

Northern Territory Archives Service (NTAS)

The Northern Territory Archives Service (NTAS) is the archival authority of the Northern Territory Government.

Northern Territory Auditor-General's Office

The Auditor-General provides the Legislative Assembly, and public sector entities, with independent professional opinions.

Northern Territory Department of Planning and Infrastructure

The Department coordinates planning and development of the Territory’s economic infrastructure.

Northern Territory Government

Northern Territory Government portal, with links to government information, including departments and services, news and online services.

Northern Territory Treasury

Treasury provides economic, fiscal, regulatory and resource management advice.

NSW Department of Commerce

The NSW Department of Commerce role is to make doing business in NSW simple, accessible and fair for employees, consumers and industry.

NSW Department of Corrective Services

The NSW Department of Corrective Services provides custodial and community-based correctional services.

NSW Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability (DEUS)

DEUS promotes sustainable, safe, reliable and affordable energy and urban water in New South Wales.

NSW Department of Environment and Conservation

Department of Environment and Conservation (NSW) works towards a healthy environment cared for and enjoyed by the whole NSW community.

NSW Department of Juvenile Justice

The NSW Department of Juvenile Justice supervises and cares for young offenders in the community and in detention centres.

NSW Department of Lands

The New South Wales Department of Lands represents knowledge, heritage, and responsible land management.

NSW Department of State and Regional Development (DSRD)

DSRD is the first point of contact within government for companies wishing to do business in Sydney and regional New South Wales (NSW).

NSW Government Portal

Access NSW Government information and services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

NSW Office of Drug & Alcohol Policy

The Office of Drug & Alcohol Policy assists in the development and implementation of an integrated approach to drug programs and policies.

NSW Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing

The NSW Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing regulates liquor, gaming, racing and charities.

NSW Office of Public Works and Services

The Office of Public Works and Services and NSW Government Procurement deliver whole-of-government procurement strategies.

NSW Premier's Department

The NSW Premier's Department provides strategic advice and services to the Premier and manages issues and projects of significance to NSW.

NSW Sport and Recreation

Our purpose is to assist the people of NSW participate in sport and recreation.

NSW State Debt Recovery Office - The Fines Division of OSR

We are responsible for the receipt and processing of fines issued by various government agencies and authorities.

NT Budget Papers

This site provides direct access to all the Northern Territory's annual budget information.

NT Department of Business, Economic and Regional Development (DBERD)

The DBERD has a critical role to play in supporting the Government's priority of maintaining a strong, vibrant and growing Northern Territory.

NT Department of Corporate and Information Services (DCIS)

The Department is responsible for the delivery of corporate services to Northern Territory Government agencies.

NT Department of Education and Training (DET)

This Department is responsible for the delivery of quality education and training throughout the Northern Territory.

NT Department of Health and Community Services

The NT DHCS exists to provide services that work together for the health and well-being of our communities.

NT Department of Justice

The Department provides a coordinated 'Whole of Government' approach to justice .

NT Department of Local Government, Housing and Sport (DLGHS)

DLGHS plays an important role in the Northern Territory as its responsibilities affect the quality of life for all Territorians.

NT Department of Natural Resources, Environment and the Arts

The NT Department of Natural Resources, Environment and The Arts looks after the intact natural environment and authentic cultural traditions.

NT Department of Primary Industry, Fisheries and Mines (DPIFM)

The NT DPIFM is responsible for developing, advancing and servicing the needs of these three vital economic sectors.

NT Department of the Chief Minister

The Department of the Chief Minister has an important role to play in supporting the Chief Minister and Cabinet and ensuring the priorities of Government are delivered across the public sector.

NT Minerals and Energy

Promotes the development of the Territory's mining and energy resource industries.

NT Office of Children and Families (OCF)

The role of the OCF is to promote awareness of the interests and needs of Territory children and families.

NT Office of Youth Affairs (OYA) - Youth Portal

OYA provides a whole-of-government approach to policy priorities for young people aged 12 to 25 years.

NT Sport and Recreation

Support provided by Sport and Recreation includes the development of sport in schools and Aboriginal communities.

NT Teacher Registration Board (TRB)

The Board is charged with registering teachers.

Office of Children and Youth Affairs (OCYA) in Tasmania

The OCYA in Tasmania aims to assist the effective development and coordination of youth policies, programs and information.

Office of Senior Victorians

The Office of Senior Victorians supports older people to live independent, active lives in the community.

Office of the NT Information Commissioner

The NT Information Commissioner oversees the Freedom of Information and Privacy provisions of the Information Act.

Ombudsman Western Australia

The Ombudsman is an independent and impartial person who investigates complaints about Western Australian Government departments, statutory authorities and local governments.

OnlineWA - Portal

OnlineWA is the official internet portal to the Government of Western Australia.

Planning SA

State Government site for information about South Australia's planning and development system.

Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA)

PIRSA plays a key role in contributing to the sustainable planning and development of South Australia's natural, industrial and community assets.

Productivity Commission

The Productivity Commission is the Australian Government's main advisory body on all aspects of microeconomic reform.

Public Advocate of the ACT

Leading a caring community where the rights and interests of vulnerable people are protected. The Public Advocate Act (2005) came into effect on 1 March 2006, changing our name from Community Advocate to Public Advocate of the ACT.

Queensland Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy (DATSIP)

DATSIP plays a key role in providing leadership and coordinating activities across Government to ensure Indigenous Queenslanders are well represented and effectively served.

Queensland Department of Child Safety

Preventing children from being abused and neglected, is a focus of the department. We respond to families in crisis across Queensland 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Queensland Department of Communities

The Department is committed to the development of social support services and community networks through its programs for children, families and parents, seniors, and young people.

Queensland Department of Education and the Arts

The Department's purpose is to encourage and engage all Queenslanders in educational, artistic and cultural pursuits.

Queensland Department of Emergency Services

Queensland's Department of Emergency Services provides services covering all phases of emergency and disaster management.

Queensland Department of Energy

The Department develops policies and regulation that drive new investment in Queensland's energy sector and ensure the continued delivery of reliable, competitively priced, sustainable energy.

Queensland Department of Justice and Attorney-General

The Department delivers a diverse range of services that help to build a safe, just and supportive society.

Queensland Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water

NRMW manages and allocates the state's land, water, mineral and petroleum resources, and manages native vegetation and the control of pest plants and animals.

Queensland Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries

The Queensland Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries promotes profitable primary industries for Queensland through industry support and leadership.

Queensland Department of Public Works

The Department of Public Works leads the Queensland Government’s capital works building program: we design, construct and maintain government-owned facilities.

Queensland Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation

The Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation works to support sustainable economic development in Queensland that will secure growth and employment.

Queensland Environmental Protection Agency

The EPA strives to protect Queensland’s natural and cultural heritage, promote sustainable use of its natural capital and ensure a clean environment.

Queensland Government Agent Program (QGAP)

At QGAP offices you can conduct business with government departments and agencies or obtain information about government services from the one convenient location.

Queensland Government Bookshop

This site provides you with a fast, secure and convenient way of purchasing a wide range of saleable and non-saleable Queensland Government publications.

Queensland Government Executive Directory

The directory provides a guide to the Queensland Government at an executive or management level and contains contact details for key government personnel.

Queensland Government Freedom of Information

The Queensland Freedom of Information Act 1992 gives you a right to apply for access to documents and amendment of personal information held by government agencies.

Queensland Government Portal: Welcome to the Smart State

Your gateway to Queensland Government Internet resources.

Queensland Health

Queensland Health is a dynamic organisation committed to providing a range of services aimed at achieving good health and well-being for all Queenslanders.

Queensland Information Industries Bureau

The Information Industries Bureau (IIB) works with Queensland’s small and medium-sized information and communication technology (ICT) businesses to help them grow and develop.

Queensland Liquor Licensing Division

The main responsibility of the Liquor Licensing Division is to regulate the sale and supply of liquor in Queensland.

Queensland Office of State Revenue

OSR is responsible for administering the taxation aspects of Queensland Treasury's revenue program.

Queensland Ombudsman

The Queensland Ombudsman is an independent complaints investigation agency. Our role is to make sure that our public agencies act fairly and make the right decisions for Queenslanders.

Queensland Privacy

Queensland Privacy is an administrative scheme which details and provides guidance in relation to the 11 Information Privacy Principles adopted from the Commonwealth Privacy Act 1988.

SA Central - the Gateway to South Australia

South Australia Central is the Gateway to South Australian Information and Services.

SA Department for Environment and Heritage (DEH)

The Department's purpose is to conserve and restore the environment for future generations.

SA Department for Families and Communities (DFC)

The DFC has a broad mandate to work with those who, through circumstance, may be poor, vulnerable, at risk of harm or isolated, to connect them to choices and opportunities.

SA Department of Education and Children’s Services (DECS)

Our role is to ensure that all South Australian students are engaged and achieving at the highest possible level of their learning and wellbeing.

SA Department of Health

The Department’s role is to monitor the performance of the State’s health services and system.

SA Health Safety and Quality Unit

The South Australian Department of Health is committed to ensuring a quality, safe and accessible health care system for all South Australians.

SA Justice Portfolio

The Justice Portfolio is responsible for coordinating justice and emergency services across South Australia.

SA Land Services Group

The Land Services Group is responsible for key land administration functions in South Australia.

SA Office for Recreation & Sport

The Office for Recreation & Sport is the lead agency for the implementation of the South Australian Government's policy on recreation and sport.

SA Office for State/Local Government Relations

Our primary objective is to provide leadership within the SA State Government.

SA Office of Consumer and Business Affairs (OCBA)

OCBA provides a range of services to the general public in South Australia.

SafeWork SA

SafeWork SA is South Australia's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) agency.

Screen Tasmania

Screen Tasmania is responsible for fostering, developing and supporting screen-based industries within Tasmania.

Service Tasmania Online

Service Tasmania: Online provides access to all Tasmanian Government services.

Smart Service Queensland

If you're not sure which area of Government you should contact for information or services... contact us.

Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV)

SRV works to attract and organise major events throughout metropolitan and regional Victoria.

Sustainability Victoria

Sustainability Victoria will drive a water, energy, and materials saving culture in business, communities and government.

Tasmania Online

A comprehensive listing of Tasmanian Government, business and community web sites.

Tasmanian Births, Deaths and Marriages

The Tasmanian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages registers Tasmanian births, deaths, marriages and deeds of relationships.

Tasmanian Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading

Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading encourages a fair, safe and equitable market place.

Tasmanian Department of Economic Development

The Department of Economic Development helps Tasmanian businesses and targeted industry sectors to develop and thrive.

Tasmanian Department of Education

The Department is responsible for providing public education, vocational education and training, library and archives services throughout Tasmania.

Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services

Gateway to Health and Human Services in Tasmania.

Tasmanian Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources

Each Division of DIER has core responsibilities that bring together infrastructure for social and economic development in Tasmania.

Tasmanian Department of Premier and Cabinet

Tasmanian Department of Premier and Cabinet.

Tasmanian Department of Tourism, Arts and Environment (DTAE)

DTAE brings together the assets and values that Tasmania is famous for - our wilderness, our pristine environment our cultural heritage and our creativity.

Tasmanian Government Communications

This web site is the central repository for whole of government material relevant to the communications function.

Tasmanian Office of the Public Guardian

The Office of the Public Guardian protects the rights and interests of people with disabilities and acts as the guardian of people with disabilities.

Transport SA

Transport SA provides a safe and efficient transport system for South Australia.

Treasury Corporation of Victoria (TCV)

TCV is the State of Victoria’s central funding authority and financing adviser.

Victorian Department of Human Services

The Department of Human Services plans, funds and delivers health, community and housing services.

Victorian Department of Transport

The Department of Transport (DOT) is building a safer, fairer and greener transport system for all Victorians to create a more prosperous and connected community.

Victorian Office for Youth

The Office for Youth provides information for anyone with an interest in working with young Victorians.

Victorian Office of Housing

The Office of Housing is working to ensure that affordable housing is available to everyone who needs it.

Victorian Office of Women's Policy

The Office of Women's Policy (OWP) aims to create better outcomes for all women.

Victorian Veterans

The Veterans Unit commemorates, honours and supports veterans in Victoria.

WA Department for Planning and Infrastructure

The WA Department for Planning and Infrastructure leads creative solutions for land, transport and infrastructure planning and delivery.

WA Department of Conservation and Land Management

The DCLM is responsible for conserving WA's rich diversity of native plants, animals and natural ecosystems, and many of its unique landscapes.

WA Department of Education and Training

We provide a quality lifelong learning environment to ensure an educated and skilled future for all Western Australians.

WA Department of Fisheries

The Department of Fisheries manages Western Australia's fish, marine and aquatic resources to world-class standards.

WA Department of Health

Western Australia's public health system aims to ensure healthier, longer and better lives for all Western Australians.

WA Department of Housing and Works

The Department covers public and community housing, capital works projects, and property and facilities maintenance and services.

WA Department of Indigenous Affairs

The WA Department of Indigenous Affairs helps Indigenous people determine their lives and embrace their Aboriginal heritage and culture.

WA Department of Industry and Resources (DoIR)

DoIR has the role of facilitating the State's economic development through services to industry.

WA Department of Local Government and Regional Development

DLGRD's vision is to increase the capacity of our multicultural communities to develop.

WA Department of Racing, Gaming & Liquor

Everything you wanted to know about Racing, Gaming & Liquor in Western Australia, including functions and legislation can be found here.

WA Department of Sport and Recreation

The WA Department of Sport and Recreation makes an important contribution to the health and well being of the community as a whole.

WA Department of the Premier and Cabinet Portal

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet Portal provides links to a wide range of information about the government.

WA Department of Water

The Department of Water collects and analyses water resources information and regulates water use.

WA Drug and Alcohol Office

The WA Drug and Alcohol Office works to address drug and alcohol issues in the community.

WA Greenhouse Unit

These pages are about the measures that the Western Australian Government is taking to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions.

WA Office of Crime Prevention

The Community Safety and Crime Prevention Strategy guides community safety and crime prevention efforts in Western Australia.

WA Office of Multicultural Interests (OMI)

The Office of Multicultural Interests (OMI) co-ordinates programs to promote multiculturalism.

WA Office of State Revenue

The Office of State Revenue administers WA revenue laws, grant, and subsidy schemes in a fair and equitable manner for the community.

WA Office of the Appeals Convenor

The Appeals Convenor investigates appeals on a large range of environmental decisions.

WA Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is the independent prosecuting authority for the State of Western Australia.

WA Regional Development Commissions

The Commissions are Western Australian State Government agencies committed to achieving sustainable economic development of their local regions.

Western Australian Government Complaints Information Web Site

Find out how to make a complaint about products or services provided by WA state government agency.

Workplace Standards Tasmania

Workplace Standards Tasmania is responsible for administering much of the legislation that regulates business in Tasmania.