Portfolio: Prime Minister and Cabinet
http://www.outbackstores.com.au
$19M
2026-27 Budget (Budget Paper No. 4)$40M
2024-25 Total Revenue200
Headcount (2024-25)8 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
To be a sustainable business that makes a positive difference in the health, employment and economy of remote Indigenous communities by improving food affordability and availability, nutrition and community services. [CP p.6]
VISION
“To be a sustainable business that makes a positive difference in the health, employment and economy of remote Indigenous communities by improving food affordability and availability, nutrition and community services. [AR p.3]”
Corporate Plan 2025PURPOSE
To be a sustainable business that makes a positive difference in the health, employment and economy of remote Indigenous communities by improving food affordability and availability, nutrition and community services. [CP p.6]
Corporate Plan 2025Strategic priorities
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Halve the gap in mortality rates for Indigenous children under five within a decade [CP p.42]
Corporate Plan 2025 · p.42Outcomes
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Health and Nutrition
Promoting positive health and nutrition outcomes has been a top priority for Outback Stores since inception. We have consistently encouraged healthier purchasing choices through active nutrition promotion and affordable pricing—while respecting and preserving customer choice. Our impact is evident in the measurable shift in purchasing behaviour: a reduction in sales of sugary drinks and tobacco, and an increase in purchases of water, fresh fruit, and vegetables. [CP p.8]
KEY ACTIVITIES
Meaningful Employment
Outback Stores continues to encourage career progression and develop pathways to management, with 30 employees successfully completing a nationally accredited retail qualification. As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), Outback Stores continues to encourage career progression and develop pathways to management, with 30 employees successfully completing a nationally accredited retail qualification. [CP p.8]
KEY ACTIVITIES
Values
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INTEGRITY
EMPOWERMENT
RESPECT
EXCELLENCE
COLLABORATION
Performance measures
· 9
| Code | Measure | Target 2025-26 | Latest result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CCE01 | Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 | 100% completion rate. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 100% completion rate. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE02 | Reduce the comparative purchase of full sugar soft drinks in community stores. | 2.5% annual reduction. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 2.74% reduction. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE03 | Increase the comparative sales of fresh produce in community stores. | 2.5% annual increase. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 26% increase. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE04 | Ensure stores meet or exceed their financial targets, including sales, expenses, and profitability. | 85% of the stores. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 85% of the stores. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE05 | Engage and assist new remote communities in retail management. | 3 new Stores annually. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 3 new Stores. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE06 | Maintain food security in remote communities by assisting non-viable stores. | N/A Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | N/A |
CCE07 | Deliver budgeted financial outcomes. | Exceed/meet operating budget. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | Exceed/meet operating budget. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE08 | Increase the comparative completion rate of certified retail training for Indigenous employees. | 10% annual increase. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 33 nationally accredited Certificates. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
CCE09 | Promote Local Employment and Job Creation. | 85% of the total staffing. Corporate Plan 2025 · p.24 | 85% of the total staffing. Annual Report 2024-25 · p.24 | Achieved |
Source documents
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Ideas distilled from this entity's strategy & evidence
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Remote Management Training Program
Introduce a specialized remote management training program for store managers to enhance their skills in remote Indigenous communities.
2024-25.pdf
Supply Chain Optimization
Optimize the supply chain to reduce costs and improve delivery times for fresh produce to remote stores.
2024-25.pdf
Nutrition Awareness Campaign
Launch a community-focused nutrition awareness campaign to promote healthy eating and reduce sugar consumption.
2024-25.pdf
Digital Retail Management Platform
Implement a digital platform to streamline retail operations, improve data collection, and enhance performance monitoring.
2024-25.pdf
Community Feedback Loop
Establish a structured feedback mechanism to gather community input on store operations and services.
2024-25.pdf
Online Ordering System
Introduce an online ordering system to streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency.
2025.pdf
Sustainability Initiative
Implement a sustainability initiative to reduce the environmental impact of store operations.
2025.pdf
Remote Employment Program
Create a remote employment program to provide job training and employment opportunities for community members.
2024-25.pdf
Remote Management Training Program
Introduce a specialized remote management training program for store managers to enhance their skills in remote Indigenous communities.
2024-25.pdf
Supply Chain Optimization
Optimize the supply chain to reduce costs and improve delivery times for fresh produce to remote stores.
2024-25.pdf
Nutrition Awareness Campaign
Launch a community-focused nutrition awareness campaign to promote healthy eating and reduce sugar consumption.
2024-25.pdf
Digital Retail Management Platform
Implement a digital platform to streamline retail operations, improve data collection, and enhance performance monitoring.
2024-25.pdf
Community Feedback Loop
Establish a structured feedback mechanism to gather community input on store operations and services.
2024-25.pdf
Online Ordering System
Introduce an online ordering system to streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency.
2025.pdf
Sustainability Initiative
Implement a sustainability initiative to reduce the environmental impact of store operations.
2025.pdf
Remote Employment Program
Create a remote employment program to provide job training and employment opportunities for community members.
2024-25.pdf
Legislation administered
· 8
2001
Corporations Act 2001
Outback Stores Pty Ltd operates under this Act as a Commonwealth company.
2010
Competition and Consumer Act 2010
Outback Stores Pty Ltd complies with this Act to ensure fair trade and consumer protection.
1999
Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999
Outback Stores Pty Ltd adheres to this Act to protect the environment.
2005
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005
Outback Stores Pty Ltd supports the welfare and rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
2009
Fair Work Act 2009
Outback Stores Pty Ltd ensures compliance with employment standards and workplace relations.
2013
Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013
Outback Stores Pty Ltd adheres to this Act for corporate governance and accountability.
1988
Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988
Outback Stores Pty Ltd ensures workplace safety and compliance with rehabilitation and compensation.
2011
Work Health and Safety Act 2011
Outback Stores Pty Ltd ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.
Source library
· 7
6.6MB
2024-25.pdf
2.9MB
2025.pdf
130KB
Media-Release-010725-Outback-Stores-welcomes-Low-Cost-Essentials-Subsidy-Scheme.pdf
91KB
25.04.09-Outback-Stores-attends-industry-roundtable1.pdf
1.1MB
Intended-Maximum-Price-May-1st-2026.pdf
1.3MB
FRUITVEG-230426.pdf
1.1MB
Intended-Maximum-Price-April-1st-2026.pdf
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