Portfolio: Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
https://www.infrastructure.gov.au
$12.5B
2025-26 Budget$5.8B
2024-25 Total Revenue2,900
Headcount (2024-25)New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) Regulator and IT Build
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
Total Budget
$79.2M
Digital Budget
$23.8M
July 2024 — January 2026
The establishment of a NVES for light vehicles will deliver more fuel-efficient cars for Australians and support the government’s commitment to achieve net zero by 2050. This investment is for the development of an effective ICT environment in which to manage the regulatory obligations around the NVES, such as data capture from vehicle suppliers/importers, reporting, facilitation of compliance and audit functions, and the establishment and maintenance of a NVES credit trading scheme.
Reporting and Program Management (RPM) System
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
Total Budget
$30.8M
Digital Budget
$14.2M
July 2023 — June 2026
The RPM project is improving the administration of grant payments to states and territories for land transport infrastructure projects. Following recommendations from the Australian National Audit Office, the department is developing a new system, which has been designed to address evolving business needs and transition the current legacy system to a more scalable and flexible system. The RPM Project Objectives are: (1) Develop a new system to automate, simplify and streamline business processes; (2) Provide a single source of data for all grant process stages that is validated and accurate, easy to access and analyse; (3) Ensure the new system is intuitive, easy to use and flexible, and can be extended to meet future needs; and (4) Migrate data from the existing data sources into a consolidated source of truth for infrastructure investment.
Digital First (DF) Program
National Archives of Australia
Total Budget
$25.1M
Digital Budget
$20.6M
July 2023 — June 2026
The National Archives of Australia has established the DF Program to uplift its ability to manage, preserve and provide meaningful access to an increasingly digital collection of records that hold national significance. In late 2025, the DF Program was rescoped to realign the work of the program to support implementation of the new Strategy 2025–2030: Evolving National Archives. The program will finish in June 2026, with additional scope relating to account and workload management to be addressed through strategy implementation.
Fighting SMS Scams
Australian Communications and Media Authority
Total Budget
$10.9M
Digital Budget
$3.2M
October 2024 — July 2026
This project is enabling the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to develop, operate and maintain an SMS ID registry to help prevent scammers from impersonating brands and entities in texts, using message headers (such as myGov), and to create a trusted communications channel.
Spectrum Management
Australian Communications and Media Authority
Total Budget
$22.7M
Digital Budget
$20.9M
October 2022 — May 2027
The digital spectrum management system will include a range of new and enhanced digital and ICT capabilities to support improved spectrum management.
14 tagged
Reform proposals on YourGov that name this department as a delivery partner — drawn from citizen voice, government strategy, research, international examples and gap analysis.
STRATEGY SUMMARY
We work with our partners to enable connected, productive, safe, sustainable and culturally vibrant communities in our cities, regions and territories to improve the lives of Australians. [CP p. 34]
PURPOSE
We work with our partners to enable connected, productive, safe, sustainable and culturally vibrant communities in our cities, regions and territories to improve the lives of Australians. [CP p. 34]
Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.34Strategic priorities
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Supporting an efficient, sustainable, competitive, accessible, safe and secure transport system and supporting jobs thro
Supporting an efficient, sustainable, competitive, accessible, safe and secure transport system and supporting jobs through infrastructure investment
Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.18Investing in transport infrastructure to underpin national and regional economic and social developments, and major disa
Investing in transport infrastructure to underpin national and regional economic and social developments, and major disaster resilience and recovery
Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.18Safeguarding supply chains and ensuring efficient, reliable and cost-competitive transport
Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.19Harnessing data, digitalisation and extreme weather fluctuations to mature population mass in regional employment hubs,
Harnessing data, digitalisation and extreme weather fluctuations to mature population mass in regional employment hubs, demand-based policy solutions, and support safety, remain secure and adapt to changing consumer expectations
Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.19Outcomes
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Outcome 1: Transport Connectivity (Infrastructure)
Improved infrastructure across Australia through investment in and coordination of transport and other infrastructure projects.
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 2: Transport Connectivity (Transport)
An efficient, sustainable, competitive, accessible, safe and secure transport system and supporting jobs through infrastructure investment
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 3: Regional Development, Local Government, Cities and Northern Australia
Supporting an efficient, sustainable, competitive, capacity and delivery in the transport and regions through the development of an updated National Cultural Policy that celebrates and invests in our unique arts industries and cultural expressions
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 4: Territories
Good governance and service in the territories
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 5: Communications Connectivity
Promote an innovative and competitive Australian communications and arts and culture sector, through developing policy and supporting program delivery
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 6: Creativity and Culture
Promote an innovative and competitive Australian creative economy and arts sector, through developing policy and supporting program delivery
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 7: Sport and Physical Activity
Promote an innovative and competitive Australian sports and physical activity sector, through developing policy and supporting program delivery
KEY ACTIVITIES
Values
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Connecting
Empowering
Enriching
Performance measures
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| Code | Measure | Target 2025-26 | Latest result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CCE01 | Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions | 43% reduction below 2005 levels by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2050 Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | Target met Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE02 | Increase in digital connectivity | Increased connectivity and digital inclusion across regional, rural and remote Australia Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | Partially achieved Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Partially achieved |
CCE03 | Number of new vehicles | More than 1.5 million safe, secure and environmentally compliant vehicles Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 1.5 million safe, secure and environmentally compliant vehicles Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE04 | Number of new mobile base stations | More than 1,171 new mobile base stations Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 1,171 new mobile base stations Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE05 | Number of new regional airports | More than 72 new regional airports Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 72 new regional airports Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE06 | Number of new cultural policy actions | 80% of actions within Australia’s National Cultural Policy: Revive Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | 80% of actions within Australia’s National Cultural Policy: Revive Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE07 | Number of new sports and physical activity projects | More than 286 new sports and physical activity projects Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 286 new sports and physical activity projects Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE08 | Number of new moorings | More than 18 new moorings Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 20 First Nations communities with free community Wi-Fi Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE09 | Number of new barges | More than 1.6 new barges Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 30,000 new school age children receiving free NBN services Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE10 | Number of new community Wi-Fi connections | More than 20 First Nations communities with free community Wi-Fi Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 76 new infrastructure projects Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE11 | Number of new school age children receiving free NBN services | More than 30,000 new school age children receiving free NBN services Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 12 new regulatory frameworks Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE12 | Number of new infrastructure projects | More than 76 new infrastructure projects Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 4 new data-driven initiatives Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE13 | Number of new regulatory frameworks | More than 2 new regulatory frameworks Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 3 new ICT capability initiatives Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE14 | Number of new funding programs | More than 5 new funding programs Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 2 new diversity and inclusion initiatives Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE15 | Number of new regulatory reforms | More than 12 new regulatory reforms Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 12 new regulatory reforms Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE16 | Number of new data-driven initiatives | More than 4 new data-driven initiatives Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 5 new funding programs Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE17 | Number of new ICT capability initiatives | More than 3 new ICT capability initiatives Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 2 new regulatory frameworks Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE18 | Number of new diversity and inclusion initiatives | More than 2 new diversity and inclusion initiatives Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | More than 5 new funding programs Annual Report 2024-25 · p.55 | Achieved |
CCE19 | Number of new regulatory frameworks | More than 2 new regulatory frameworks Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | — Annual Report 2024-25 | |
CCE20 | Number of new funding programs | More than 5 new funding programs Corporate Plan 2022-23 · p.11 | — Annual Report 2024-25 |
Source documents
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2024-25
Annual Report 2024–25
Open
2023-24
Annual Report 2023–24
Open
2023
Brisbane Airport Community Airspace Advisory Board—Annual Report 2023—January to December 2023
Open
2022-23
Annual Report 2022–23
Open
2021-22
Annual Report 2021-22
Open
2022-23
PDF: 7.2 MB
Open
2021
National Road Safety Strategy 2021–30
Open
Sydney Airport Demand Management—Compliance and Enforcement Strategy—PDF
Open
2026
Flying Considerately Consultation Paper—Aviation White Paper Initiative #34—February 2026—PDF
Open
Transport Standards Compliance Reporting Framework
Open
Principles for National Airports Safeguarding Framework PDF: 255 KB
Open
2023
fact sheet
Open
Ideas distilled from this entity's strategy & evidence
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Digital Transport Safety Dashboard
Develop a real-time digital dashboard to track and publicly report on transport safety metrics, enhancing transparency and accountability.
2024-25.pdf
Simplify Regional Transport Grants
Streamline the application process for regional transport grants to reduce bureaucratic red tape.
2024-25.pdf
Optimize Active Transport Fund
Optimize the Active Transport Fund to ensure funds are directed to the most impactful projects.
2024-25.pdf
Automate Rail Safety Inspections
Implement automated inspection systems to enhance rail safety and reduce human error.
2024-25.pdf
Digital Road Safety Campaign
Launch a digital campaign to educate the public on road safety best practices.
2024-25.pdf
Intermodal Terminal Efficiency
Improve the efficiency of intermodal terminals through process optimization.
2024-25.pdf
Sport Infrastructure Grants Transparency
Increase transparency in the distribution of sport infrastructure grants.
2024-25.pdf
Cultural Heritage in Transport Planning
Integrate cultural heritage considerations into transport planning and development.
2024-25.pdf
Digital Transport Safety Dashboard
Develop a real-time digital dashboard to track and publicly report on transport safety metrics, enhancing transparency and accountability.
2024-25.pdf
Simplify Regional Transport Grants
Streamline the application process for regional transport grants to reduce bureaucratic red tape.
2024-25.pdf
Optimize Active Transport Fund
Optimize the Active Transport Fund to ensure funds are directed to the most impactful projects.
2024-25.pdf
Automate Rail Safety Inspections
Implement automated inspection systems to enhance rail safety and reduce human error.
2024-25.pdf
Digital Road Safety Campaign
Launch a digital campaign to educate the public on road safety best practices.
2024-25.pdf
Intermodal Terminal Efficiency
Improve the efficiency of intermodal terminals through process optimization.
2024-25.pdf
Sport Infrastructure Grants Transparency
Increase transparency in the distribution of sport infrastructure grants.
2024-25.pdf
Cultural Heritage in Transport Planning
Integrate cultural heritage considerations into transport planning and development.
2024-25.pdf
Legislation administered
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2022
Infrastructure Investment Program
The department administers the Infrastructure Investment Program, which involves planning and funding nationally significant transport infrastructure projects.
2022
New Vehicle Efficiency Standard
The department administers the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, which sets efficiency standards for road vehicles to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
1999
Telecommunications (Consumer Protection and Service Standards) Act 1999
The department administers regulations under this Act to ensure reliable provision of emergency services and network operators' accountability.
Various
Aviation Legislation
The department administers various aviation laws, including environmental authorisations and aircraft noise levy collection.
2014
National Land Transport Act 2014
The department administers this Act, focusing on the maintenance and improvement of transport infrastructure.
1986
Protection of Movable Cultural Heritage Act 1986
The department administers this Act to protect and facilitate the repatriation of cultural heritage items.
1997
National Sports Tribunal Act 1997
The department administers this Act, which establishes the National Sports Tribunal to resolve disputes in the sports sector.
2022
Digital Technologies and Communication Services Program
The department administers this program to enhance digital connectivity and communication services across Australia.
2022
Regional Development Program
The department administers this program to improve living standards and economic growth in cities and regions, including northern Australia.
2022
Territories Services Program
The department administers this program to provide services and support to Australia’s territories.
2022
Arts and Cultural Development Program
The department administers this program to support and promote Australia’s creative and cultural industries.
2022
Communications Services Program
The department administers this program to ensure effective, safe, and accessible communications services across Australia.
2022
Transport Connectivity Program
The department administers this program to develop an efficient, sustainable, and competitive transport system.
Source library
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2024-25.pdf
10.0MB
2023-24.pdf
454KB
2023.pdf
10.3MB
2022-23.pdf
6.9MB
2021-22.pdf
7.4MB
2022-23.pdf
307KB
nlttap_annual_progress_review_report_2021.pdf
4.7MB
wsa-plan-2021.pdf
368KB
tor-brisbane-airport-community-airspace-advisory-board.pdf
106KB
signed-letter-to-minister-king-from-chair-aab-sodprops-advice.pdf
8.3MB
National-Road-Safety-Strategy-2021-30.pdf
497KB
sadm-compliance-and-enforcement-strategy.pdf
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