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Apps services

Download an app to your mobile phone to access Australian Government resources from the palm of your hand.

ABC mobile

iPad, iPhone, Android and other apps - Discover all the apps the ABC has to offer. They load fast and present a much richer experience than the average mobile site, with audio and video content for you to consume while on the move.

http://abc.gov.au/services/mobile/applications.htm

ABSStats

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Official Australian statistics offers access to key economic indicators, location aware Census data, population clock and links with the ABS' social media sites, the official web site and ABS BetaWorks.

http://www.abs.gov.au/websitedbs/D3310114.nsf/Home/Mobile+Disclaimer

ACCC Shopper - Android

Android - Use ACCC Shopper for advice on your refund, warranty and lay-by rights while shopping.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=au.gov.accc.shopper&feature=nav_result

ACCC Shopper - iOS

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Use ACCC Shopper for advice on your refund, warranty and lay-by rights while shopping.

https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/accc-shopper/id575445238?mt=8

Allen Adventure

iPad - This fun and interactive app provides an opportunity for parents and educators to talk about social and emotional skills that children need to make friends, to get on with others and to deal with unpleasant or difficult behaviour from other children. Suitable for children from 3 to 8 years of age.

http://www.takeastandtogether.gov.au/under8/allen-app.html

APVMA

iPhone, iPod and iPad - Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority has made information about agricultural and veterinary chemical products accessible to people on the move.

http://www.apvma.gov.au/products/databases/index.php

Australia Post mobile

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android and other apps - Calculate postage costs, search for a postcode, view and track parcel items, pay bills online, find a nearby posting box and locate any Australia Post retail outlet.

http://auspost.com.au/about-us/mobile-site-and-apps.html

Australia Unlimited

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Read the stories about Australians doing extraordinary things at home and abroad.

http://www.australiaunlimited.com/apps

Australian Army Artillery

iPad - Battle online against your opponents. Create your own artillery battery and make use of special artillery rounds.

http://games.defencejobs.gov.au/mobile/

Australian Police Child ID

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Australian parents and guardians can easily collect and send important information to police in an attempt to locate their children if they go missing.

http://www.missingpersons.gov.au/awareness/campaigns/new-australian-police-child-id-safety-app-available-now.aspx

Before the Storm

iPhone and iPod touch - An educational game, for middle year students, designed to get one thinking about storm preparation and disaster resilience.

http://www.em.gov.au/Resources/Pages/Before-the-Storm-phone-game.aspx

business.gov.au

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Keep up to date with latest business news, search for an ABN, find information on a wide range of business topics.

http://www.business.gov.au/information/socialmedia/pages/iphone.aspx

Canberra Guide

Android and other apps - Visitors can now plan their trip to the Nation's Capital and search for events, attractions and public facilities in the territory.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.themarkagency.thecanberraguide&feature=search_result

Cybersafety Help Button

iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android and other apps - Provides internet users, particularly children and young people, with easy online access to cybersafety information and assistance available in Australia.

http://www.dbcde.gov.au/online_safety_and_security/cybersafetyhelpbutton_download

DisasterWatch

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android - Provides information about disaster related events and disaster resilience in Australia.

http://www.em.gov.au/Resources/Pages/DisasterWatchPhoneApp.aspx

Drugs

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Designed to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug use and encourage and support decisions not to use. Features GPS functionality to help find support services based on location.

http://www.health.gov.au/internet/drugs/publishing.nsf/Content/news-29jun11-app

Express Plus Families

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Helps parents to access family payments without having to visit an office or wait on the phone. Connecting with Centrelink just got easier.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/enablers/centrelink/centrelink-online-services/express-plus-families-mobile-app

Express Plus Job Seekers

iPhone, iPod, iPad and Android - Helps job seekers report their income and changes in circumstances to Centrelink without having to visit an office or wait on the phone. Connecting with Centrelink just got easier.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/enablers/centrelink/centrelink-online-services/express-plus-job-seekers-mobile-app

Express Plus Seniors

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Offers seniors a simple way to do their Centrelink business on the go using their mobile device. Connecting with Centrelink just got easier.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/enablers/centrelink/centrelink-online-services/express-plus-seniors-mobile-app

Express Plus Students

iPhone, iPod, iPad and Android - Offers students and Australian apprentices a simple way to do their Centrelink business on the go using their iPhone. Connecting with Centrelink just go easier.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/enablers/centrelink/centrelink-online-services/express-plus-student-mobile-app

Forte

iPad - National Library of Australia new music app offers a collection of digitised sheet music dating from 1800s through to the 1950s.

http://www.nla.gov.au/forte

Harmony Day

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android - Access information about Harmony Day that is celebrated on 21 March each year.

http://www.harmony.gov.au/get-involved/app-downloads.htm

Keeping baby safe

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - A guide to infant and nursery products with easy steps you can take to ensure your baby remains safe in your home. Also available as an ebook.

http://www.productsafety.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/972363

Learning the Ropes - Navy Knots

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Tying knots is a vital skill to have in the Navy. With this handy tool, learn to tie different Navy knots with 3D animated tutorials and facts.

http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/navy/training/sailor.aspx

MarketMyBiz

iPad - A successful marketing plan can help you reach your target market. The MarketMyBiz app provides a template, handy tips and planning tools to help you achieve your business goals.

http://www.business.gov.au./Business-Apps/Pages/MarketMyBiz.aspx

Medibank

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Make an extras claim, check your membership details and find a healthcare provider wherever you are.

http://www.medibank.com.au/healthcover/mobile/mobileApp.aspx

Medicines List

iPhone, iPod and iPad - Keep track of the medicines you take - what the medicine is for, how much to use and when to use it.

http://www.nps.org.au/consumers/tools_and_tips/medicines_list

Mobile calculator

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android and other apps - Get instant calculations on your phone for savings, loans, mortgages, superannuation and interest-free deals with this Moneysmart app.

https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/calculators-and-tools/mobile-apps/mobile-calculator

Mobile Directory

mobile web browser - Government Online Directory provides a guide to the structure, organisations and key people in the Australian Government.

http://m.directory.gov.au/

Money health check

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android and other apps - You can check to see if your finances are under control and what areas need attention with this Moneysmart app.

https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/calculators-and-tools/mobile-apps/money-health-check

MoneySmart

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android and other apps - Use these personal finance apps to get instant calculations and financial assessments on your phone.

http://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/calculators-and-tools/mobile-apps

My QuitBuddy

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android - Helpful smoking quit tips, daily motivational messages and reminders for those planning to start the quitting journey.

http://www.quitnow.gov.au/internet/quitnow/publishing.nsf/Content/quit-buddy

MyBizPlan

iPad - Based on the business.gov.au planning guide and template, there are prompts and handy tips to help you develop a business plan that is tailored to your business.

http://www.business.gov.au./Business-Apps/Pages/MyBizPlan.aspx

MyBizShield

iPad - Creating an emergency management and recovery plan can help your business recover from unpredictable situations.

http://www.business.gov.au/Information/Socialmedia/Pages/mybizshield.aspx

MyEnvironment

iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - Search for information about heritage sites, wetlands, national parks and protected plants and animals in any Australian location.

http://www.environment.gov.au/about/media/connect/myenvironment/index.html

National Health Services Directory

iPhone, Android and other apps - Find health services, such as general practices, pharmacies, hospitals and emergency departments, when and where you need them.

http://www.nhsd.com.au/download-app

National Library of Australia mobile catalogue

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - The National Library of Australia mobile catalogue is a fast and easy way to search the collection and to find resources whenever and wherever you are.

http://www.nla.gov.au/mobile-catalogue

National Public Toilet Map

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Android and other apps - Find the location of more than 14,000 public and private public toilet facilities across Australia!

http://www.toiletmap.gov.au/

Navy Warfare Officer

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad - Puts you in command of your own fleet. Defend your base and destroy your enemy! Single or multi-player options.

http://games.defencejobs.gov.au/mobile/

Oz Planner

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Travellers can get great ideas on where to go, what to do or where to stay in Australia. Use the maps to find a great range of tourism products.

http://www.australia.com/apps.aspx

OzHealth

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Better access to facts and figures on the health and wellbeing of Australians. Topics covered include: diseases and conditions, risk factors, health spending, alcohol and tobacco and an overview of the health of population groups.

https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/ozhealth/id576272186?mt=8

Phone Rights

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Designed to enable consumers and small businesses to quickly resolve problems with phone or internet services. The app information is based on the Telecommunications Consumer Protections (TCP) Code, which outlines the rules and obligations telecommunications providers must adhere to when dealing with customers.

http://accan.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=551&Itemid=365

PTSD Coach Australia

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - A tool to be used to assist people learn about and manage the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

http://at-ease.dva.gov.au/www/html/885-mobile-applications.asp?intSiteID=1

Quit for You - Quit for Two

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Provides support and encouragement to help you give up smoking if you are pregnant or planning to be.

http://quitnow.gov.au/internet/quitnow/publishing.nsf/Content/quit-now-apps

Recalls Australia

iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Consumers can search for information on recalled consumer goods on the Recalls Australia website. You can search the database, receive notifications of new recalls and report products you think are unsafe (you can even attach a photo of it).

http://www.productsafety.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/995608

Smartraveller

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Features include location aware travel advice updates, Smartraveller advice without the need for internet connections and easy repeat travel registration.

https://itunes.apple.com/app/smartraveller/id562136815/

Strike Fighter

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Burn through the skies in the new F-35 Strike Fighter. Join the campaign or try survival mode in any of the six different environments.

http://games.defencejobs.gov.au/mobile/

SunSmart

iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Android - 11 minutes is all it takes for you to burn on a summer's day in Australia. With a few clicks you can find the weather, temperature, UV level and sun protection times for the day anywhere in Australia.

http://www.bom.gov.au/uv/iphoneapp.shtml

Swap It

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Lose your belly without losing the things you love. Set up alerts to remind you when it's time to make a swap - it could be getting off the bus a couple of stops earlier and walking or swapping that afternoon chocolate for a piece of fruit.

http://swapit.gov.au/start-swapping/swap-it-iphone-app

There's nothing like Australia

iPad and Android - Explore Australia through this interactive book. It contains videos, stories, information on places to stay and an itinerary planner.

http://www.australia.com/apps.aspx

Track Record

iPad and Android - The track record of achievement provides the profiles on Australian companies and people who have the knowledge, global experience and vision in creating major sporting events.

https://www.austrade.gov.au/the-australian-track-record-of-achievement

TrackMySpend

iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android - An easy to use app from Moneysmart that allows you to track your spending on the go.

https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/calculators-and-tools/mobile-apps/trackmyspend

Treasures Gallery

iPhone and Android - Explore treasures from the National Library of Australia at home. You can also bring the app with you when you visit the Treasures Gallery to take an audio tour of the exhibition.

http://www.nla.gov.au/exhibitions/treasures-gallery/mobile-application

Water Storage

iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Find how much water is available in Australia, your state, capital city and for individual storages.

http://www.bom.gov.au/water/waterstorage/iphone.shtml

Weeds - The Ute Guide

iPhone, iPad and Android - Assists growers in identifying the most common, annual, biennial and perennials weeds in Southern Australia.

http://www.grdc.com.au/Resources/App-Store

If you have an Australian Government phone app that isn't listed above, please Contact us to have it considered for inclusion.

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