Themes of the National Quantum Strategy

The National Quantum Strategy has 5 themes to help realise the Australian Government’s ambition. Each theme has a set of actions that will be completed over the next 7 years.

Together these actions address the opportunities and challenges facing Australia’s quantum industry. They also provide the signals to attract investment from individuals, industry, academia and government.

The themes focus on the initial actions the government can take to create the conditions for a thriving quantum industry. But to sustain the quantum industry long-term, these actions require coordinated and collaborative efforts with states, territories, businesses and researchers, as well as close engagement with the community.

Theme 1: Thriving research and development, investment in and use of quantum technologies

The Australian Government will: • invest in, connect and grow Australia’s quantum ecosystem so we continue to compete with the world’s best • incentivise the growth of quantum technologies helping to address natio...

Theme 2: Securing access to essential quantum infrastructure and materials

The Australian Government will: • ensure that Australia’s quantum infrastructure supporting research and development meets the needs of Australia’s quantum ecosystem, now and into the future • be bold and ambitiou...

Theme 3: A skilled and growing quantum workforce

The Australian Government will: • promote Australia as the world’s top destination for people studying, undertaking research in and working in quantum industries • cement Australia’s status as a high-value locatio...

Theme 4: Standards and frameworks that support national interests

The Australian government will: • be an active participant in global standards-setting bodies to promote the development of standards that support a thriving, accessible and safe quantum ecosystem • ensure Austral...

Theme 5: A trusted, ethical and inclusive quantum ecosystem

The Australian Government will: • ensure that the growth of Australia’s quantum ecosystem supports economic prosperity while safeguarding national wellbeing • champion responsible innovation and the introduction o...