Public Data Policy

Data and Digital Government Strategy

The Data and Digital Government Strategy and accompanying Implementation Plan for the Australian Government were developed by Finance’s Data Policy Team and the Digital Transformation Agency (DTA).

The Strategy sets out the Australian Government’s 2030 vision:

To deliver simple, secure and connected public services for all people and business through world class data and digital capabilities.

Explore the Strategy and Implementation Plan and stay updated on the Data and Digital website.

Whole of government data governance groups

The Department of Finance supports the operation of some key Australian Public Service data governance groups.

Statutory Review of the Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022

Find out more about the Statutory Review of the Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022.

Australian Government Data System

The Australian Government Data System Design illustrates how the elements of the system relate to and complement each other.

Data Maturity Assessment Tool

A new tool designed to help agencies measure and track their data maturity over time.

Data Governance Framework

A new framework to define rules, processes, and accountabilities to ensure strong and consistent data governance practices across the APS.

SES Accountabilities for Data

Principles to underpin and promote better use of public data through strong and consistent SES accountabilities for data.

Chief Data Officer Information Pack

Resources and materials to support APS Chief Data Officers (CDOs) understand their accountabilities and how their role fits into the broader Commonwealth data system.

Open Data

Australian Government agencies are expected to make their non-sensitive data open by default for the benefit of all people and business.

Data Sharing Release Reforms

Read about data sharing and release reforms.

Data Ethics Framework

A new framework to define the principles and guidelines for mature, APS wide data ethics practices.

Graduate Data Network

An APS network aimed at empowering graduates to champion data use and capability in the APS to drive greater policy, program, and corporate delivery outcomes for the benefits of Australia.

Data Champions Network

The Data Champions Network brings together APS champions to collaborate on the APS-wide data agenda and share best practice processes.

Public Sector Data Network

The purpose of the Public Sector Data Network (PSDN) is for senior public sector data leaders to come together to share ideas and innovations in public sector data management and analytics.