The Australian Government is now operating in line with Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
Applying to export rough diamonds
If you intend to export rough diamonds from Australia, you must meet the requirements of the Kimberly Process Certification Scheme (KPCS).
Applying to export uranium and controlled ores
How to apply for permission to export uranium oxide concentrate or uranium ore concentrate, controlled ores, and other nuclear materials.
Approving authorities
Approving authorities conduct pattern approval testing of certain measuring instruments used for trade or regulatory purposes.
Artificial intelligence
We are committed to ensuring all Australians share the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI). AI presents opportunities to grow our economy, create jobs and improve our lives.
Australia's measurement system
Australia’s measurement system covers physical, chemical, biological, legal and trade measurement.
Australian Government funded projects
Companies awarded Australian Government procurements, grants, investments and payments of $20 million or more are subject to Commonwealth Australian Industry Participation (CAIP) requirements.
Australian Government funded projects AIP plan summaries
Find current AIP plan summaries for Australian Government funded projects.
Australian Industry Participation
We administer policies and laws to ensure Australian businesses have opportunities to compete for work in major and Australian Government funded projects.
Australia’s standards and conformance infrastructure
Australia’s standards and conformance infrastructure gives businesses and consumers confidence in the goods and services they are developing, using or trading.
Building and construction
We aim to ensure Australia's building and plumbing industries are safe, accessible and sustainable.
State and territory governments regulate building and construction activities in Australia.
The Australian Government collaborates with state and territory governments to promote nationally consistent regulations through the National Construction Code (NCC).
We do this through the Building Ministers’ Meeting (BMM) and the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB).