This agreement embodies the shared commitment of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, leadership team and staff across the Department to create a workplace which truly values the culture, knowledge and insight of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

This strategy outlines the Department's commitment to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and are safe, valued and empowered to succeed. It sets out a vision and four strategic pillars: Respected, Connected, Contributing and Progressing. A strategic framework for action is provided for each pillar.

This independent review examined the operation and effectiveness of the Online Safety Act 2021 and considered whether additional protections are needed to combat online harms. The report makes 67 recommendations to strengthen Australia’s online safety laws.

The yearbook provides a single, comprehensive annual source of time series statistics on infrastructure and transport for policymakers, industry, analysts and the wider Australian community. Infrastructure and transport types covered include road, rail, aviation and shipping with a breakdown of data presented for states and territories.

This paper summarises issues raised during public consultation on future funding and governance for the national broadcasters, along with the government response. It considers how best to support the stability and independence of the national broadcasters while guarding against political interference.