All government initiatives
Seen some government announcement on billboards or TV, read it in the press, or heard it on the radio? View links to current or recently publicised government initiatives.
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Banking Reforms
A ban on mortgage exit fees from 1 July 2011 is the first of the Government’s reforms to the banking system.
Child Care Rebate
You could now receive the Child Care Rebate fortnightly to help with the cost of child care.
Clean Energy Future
Australia has the resources and know-how to change how we generate and use energy. Find out how we're working together to build our clean energy future.
Defence Jobs
Find out more about life in the Australian Defence Force or about Army, Navy and Air Force careers.
Defence Reserves and Employer Support
Learn about the benefits of service in the Australian Defence Force Reserves, in particular the Supportive Employers Program.
1800 803 485
Digital Switchover
Between 2010 and 2013, analog free-to-air TV signals are being switched off and replaced with digital only signals.
DonateLife - Discuss it today! OK?
Decided to be an organ or tissue donor, or thinking about it? Learn more here. Make sure you discuss your decision with the people close to you as they will be asked to give the final OK.
Education Tax Refund
Helping eligible families with education costs. You may be surprised at what you can claim.
Health Heroes
There are many rewarding jobs in health for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander school leavers.
Improve Your Qualifications, Secure Your Future
There's never been a better time to improve your qualifications. Find out how to take the first step.
National Drugs Campaign
Reducing ecstasy use among young Australians by raising awareness about the harms of illicit drug use.
National Security
Report possible signs of terrorism to the National Security Hotline, because it is often the details that make the biggest difference.
1800 123 400
National Sexual Health Campaign
Sexually transmissible infections are spreading fast. Find out more about avoiding infection, and testing and treatment options.
National Tobacco Campaign
Promoting quit attempts amongst smokers by providing them with motivation and support.
Paid Parental Leave
Support for working parents to spend more time at home with their new baby; and for employers to retain valuable and skilled staff.
Scheme started 1 January 2011.
Personal Property Securities Register
Protect your interests - by registering your security interests in assets and check if there is a claim to goods you are buying.
Repair Replace Refund
You have the right to ask for a repair, replacement or refund if goods or services you buy have problems. If it's not right, use your rights!
Swap It, Don't Stop It
Consider nutrition and physical activity swaps you can make to benefit your health. You can lose your belly without losing the things you love.
The Line
When it comes to young people and respectful relationships, sometimes things can be a bit blurry.
Find out more about relationship issues that don't always have an obvious answer.
Water for the Future
Water for the Future is securing our water drop by drop. Find out more and have your say.
