More In focus
Selected Australian Government news stories, new features and events are highlighted on our homepage. View links to more recent 'In focus' items.
Australia Day 2013 Honours List
Recognises Australians across the nation who have made a significant difference to their communities.
Visit the Australia Day 2013 Honours List for information on recipients.
Australian of the Year Award
Celebrate the achievements and contribution of Australians who inspire us all and make us proud. Visit Australian of the Year Awards for more information.
Broadband for Seniors
Stay connected to family and friends with free computer and internet training provided at your local Broadband for Seniors kiosk.
Visit Broadband for Seniors to get online.
Cybersmart
Keep safe and smart online. Check out the activities, resources and practical advice to help young kids, kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world.
Visit the Cybersmart website for more information.
FluoroCycle
In Australia, an estimated 95% of lights that contain mercury end up in landfill each year. Join up your business or organisation and help us recycle our fluorescent waste lights.
Take action! Become a signatory!
Visit FluoroCycle to find how.
Graduate programs in Australian Government agencies
Apply now for 2014
Check out the graduate programs offered in Australian Government agencies.
Visit Graduate programs for further information.
GrantsLink
Seeking grants for carbon farming or next year’s festival? GrantsLINK is a one-stop-shop listing more than 300 government grants for individuals, businesses and communities.
Visit GrantsLINK for more information.
Know before you go
If you're a traveller expecting to pass through an Australian international airport or seaport, be careful about what you purchase and try to bring into Australia.
Visit the Know before you go guide for travellers to help you prepare for your trip. Also available in languages other than English.
Mindhealthconnect
Need assistance finding mental health care support and resources? These services can point you in the right direction. Take those first positive steps towards a healthier you.
Visit Mindhealthconnect for more information.
My Region Data
Discover more about Australia’s regions, including social and economic data.
Visit MyRegion to check out the data.
MyHospitals
Nationally consistent, locally relevant.
MyHospitals presents data on individual public hospitals and some private hospitals throughout Australia.
Visit MyHospitals to learn about your local hospital.
National Business Names Register
This service replaces the previous state and territory business name registration services, so that businesses only need to register their name with a single national register.
Visit National Business Name Register for more information.
National HPV School Vaccination Program
New vaccination for males 12-15 years and continuing program for females 12-13 years will provide protection against HPV-related cancers and disease.
Visit National HPV School Vaccination Program for further information.
National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme
Take action and be responsible for recycling unwanted TVs and computer products.
Visit National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme for more details.
Personally Controlled eHealth Record
An eHealth record will help you take control of your health and healthcare information. It will also give your healthcare professionals access to the information they need to provide you with the best possible care.
Visit Personally Controlled eHealth Record to register today.
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline
1800 882 436
Free, confidential information, support and counselling 24 hours a day for women, partners and families.
Visit the Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline site for further details.
Racism. It stops with me
Recognise that racism is unacceptable in our community. Counter racism where ever it happens.
Visit Racism. It stops with me and get involved.
Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse
The Royal Commission will inquire into how institutions with a responsibility for children have managed and responded to allegations and instances of child sexual abuse and related matters.
Visit Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse for details.
SkillSelect
Have you lodged an expression of interest? Skilled workers interested in migrating to Australia can now record their details to be considered for a skilled visa.
Visit SkillSelect for further information.
Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme
Small-scale technology certificates for eligible solar hot water, heat pump and small-scale solar panel, wind and hydro systems can be assigned to a registered solar panel agent in exchange for a financial benefit.
For more information on the scheme, visit the Clean Energy Regulator.
Stolen Generations' testimonies
Our stories. Our testimonies. Our voices.
Listen to survivor stories as members generously share their experiences.
Visit the Stolen Generations' testimonies website.
Tackling Binge Drinking
Know the risks. Say No to binge drinking.
Visit Tackling Binge Drinking to learn how YOU can be the influence.
ThinkUKnow
Helping young people with facts and advice to safely and responsibly navigate the digital environment.
Visit the ThinkUKnow website for information on what can go well and what can go wrong, to help you to make the right choices.
Travel Insurance
Plan to travel overseas? Take care to insure yourself and your belongings before you leave.
Visit Smartraveller for further information.
Unclaimed Money Search
Have you changed your address? There is more than $677 million held in old bank, credit union or building society accounts, shares and life insurance policies. Could some of it be yours?
Visit MoneySmart to start a search now.
Visa Wizard
Are you planning to come to Australia? Find the Australian visa most likely to meet your specific circumstances.
Visit the Visa Wizard website for information.





























