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
Draft Australian work health and safety strategy 2012-2022 - public comment
Submissions close 5.00pm (AEST) Monday 21 May 2012
Hosted by Safe Work Australia
Strengthening economic relations between Australia and New Zealand - public submission
Submissions close 31 May 2012
Hosted by the Australian and New Zealand Productivity Commissions
Companion dogs in outdoor dining areas - public consultation
Submissions close 6pm (Canberra time)13 June 2012
Hosted by Food Standards Australia New Zeland
Commonwealth Financial Accountability Review (CFAR) - discussion paper
Submissions close 29 June 2012
Hosted by the Department of Finance and Deregulation
Draft national building energy standard-setting, assessment and rating framework - public consultation
Submissions close 6 July 2012
Hosted by the Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency
Review of Australian contract law - public consultation
Submissions close 20 July 2012
Hosted by Attorney-General's Department
Consultation on draft senior secondary Australian curriculum for english, mathematics, science and history
Submissions close 20 July 2012
Hosted by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority
Recently closed consultations
Draft taxation ruling - TR 2012/D2 - public comment
Submissions closed 16 May 2012
Hosted by the Australian Taxation Office
Regulatory impact analysis: benchmarking - commissioned study
Submissions closed 14 May 2012
Hosted by the Productivity Commission
Proposed World War I and World War II memorials - public comment
Submissions closed 4pm 11 May 2012
Hosted by the National Capital Authority
Bacteriophage preparation P100 as a processing aid - public comment
Submissions closed 6pm (Canberra time) 27 April 2012
Hosted by Food Standards Australia New Zealand
Elective surgery urgency categories: national definitions - invitation for public submissions
Submissions closed 5pm (local Canberra time) 27 April 2012
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://consultations.nhmrc.gov.au/
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
