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10/11/2025

National Measurement Institute

Regulator function

Administering and enforcing Australia’s measurement framework that underpins trade and investment - including where measurement forms the basis of a transaction or is used for legal purposes.

Legislation
  • National Measurement Act 1960
  • National Measurement Regulations 1999
  • National Trade Measurement Regulations 2009
  • National Measurement Guidelines 2016
Regulated community
  • Everyone responsible for using measurement for trade or legal purposes in Australia, including: industry, research organisations and government agencies.
  • Businesses and consumers benefit from the level playing field afforded by the regulatory framework.
Portfolio
Industry, Science and Resources
Internal to department / external
Internal
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