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Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (Australia)
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Policy
News Media Assistance Program: Government’s role in news and journalism
Journalism is facing systemic pressures that threaten Australians’ access to quality, public interest reporting. This policy framework identifies the Australian Government’s policy objectives for news and journalism. It outlines the role of government, public policy objectives, principles for policy design and implementation, and the development of policy measures.
Strategy
First Nations digital inclusion roadmap
This roadmap provides strategic direction for government and industry to support First Nations digital empowerment and excellence. It makes immediate, short and long-term recommendations to improve digital affordability and data sovereignty, including the provision of unmetered access to .gov.au domains and a potential future First Nations domain.
Policy
National urban policy
Nearly 80 per cent of Australians live in our largest 20 cities. The policy focuses on the Government’s highest priorities for Australian cities, from equitable access to jobs, homes and services, to climate resilience and lowering emissions. The policy includes a shared national vision, urban goals, a series of implementation principles and actions for the...
Report
2022 Review of the disability standards for accessible public transport: final report
This report presents the review findings of the Transport Standards, assessing their efficiency and effectiveness in removing public transport discrimination against people with disability over the five-year period to December 2022. The review considered the views and experiences of more than 1,000 respondents and identifies opportunities for action.
Strategy
Northern Australia action plan 2024-29
This action plan addresses the evolving needs of northern Australians and reaffirms the government’s commitment to the region. The plan identifies six priority areas and focuses on activating the northern economy, fostering sustainable growth, and improving the livelihoods of communities in the north.