Public Consultations
The Australian Government is increasingly using the internet to provide a channel for public consultations on specific topics. These consultations link to agency websites where the relevant agency has published a discussion or consultation paper, which can be responded to via the internet or by postal mail. These public consultations are targeted to anyone who is interested as well as experts, peak bodies and interest groups. Using the internet for public consultations enables government to engage more directly and widely with the public in the development of citizen-centered policy and programs.
Current Consultations
Indigenous Economic Development Strategy
Submissions close 1 November 2010
Hosted by the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs
Indigenous Home Ownership – Issues Paper
Submissions close 17 September 2010
Hosted by the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs
OIML R 16-1 Non-invasive Non-automated Sphygmomanometers
Submissions close 16 September 2010
Hosted by the National Measurement Institute
Recently Closed Consultations
Performance Benchmarking of Australian Business Regulation: Planning, Zoning and Development Assessments
Submissions closed 31 August 2010
Hosted by the Productivity Commission
Disability Care and Support - Public Inquiry
Submissions closed 16 August 2010
Hosted by the Productivity Commission
National Legal Profession Reform
Submissions closed 13 August 2010
Hosted by the Attorney-General's Department
Developing an Industry Standard for the Fax Marketing Industry
Submissions closed 9 August 2010
Hosted by the Australian Communications and Media Authority
ASIC consults on mortgage early exit fees
Submissions closed 9 August 2010
Hosted by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Research Workforce Strategy Consultation Paper
Submissions closed 6 August 2010
Hosted by the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research
National Credit Reform - Enhancing confidence and fairness in Australia's credit law
Submissions closed 6 August 2010
Hosted by the Treasury
Consultation Paper - Native Title, Indigenous Economic Development and Tax
Submissions closed 5 August 2010
Hosted by the Treasury
Improving APS Values
Submissions closed 2 August 2010
Hosted by the Australian Public Service Commission
More Consultations
Business Consultation (www.business.gov.au)
Are you an Australian business owner, association or interested in business? Register on this website to be consulted on proposed or existing business regulations.
http://www.consultation.business.gov.au/bepconsultation/
Public Consultation (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority)
The national independent regulator of pesticides and veterinary medicines requests comments on existing and draft operational notices.
http://www.apvma.gov.au/consultation/index.php
Public Consultation (National Health and Medical Research Council)
The NHMRC is keen to ensure that the Australian community has the best opportunity to participate in developing NHMRC reports. This page lists the current opportunities.
http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/guidelines/consult/index.htm
Public Consultation (Takeovers Panel)
Before the Takeover Panel introduces or amends any procedural rules or guidance notes, they will normally publish the consultation draft on its website for public consideration, with an appropriate period for responses (usually at least six weeks).
http://www.takeovers.gov.au/content/ListDocuments.aspx?Doctype=CP
Recent Reports Issued for Comment (National Transport Commission)
The NTC's role is to lead transport regulatory reform nationally to meet the needs of transport users and the broader community for safe, efficient and sustainable land transport. This page lists recent NTC reports issued for public comment.
http://www.ntc.gov.au/RFCList2004.aspx
