Websites on Industry, Tourism and Resources

  • AusIndustry Home Page -The Commonwealth Governments central point for business information and assistance.
  • Geoscience Australia -Australia's national geological survey dealing with geological, geophysical and geohazard mapping of the continent as well as a range of environmental, land and groundwater management issues.
  • Australian Institute of Marine Science -Aims to generate the knowledge needed for the sustainable use and protection of the marine environment through innovative, world-class scientific and technological research.
  • Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation -Seeks to provide expert scientific and technical advice across the nuclear fuel cycle to government and to support Australia's national strategic and nuclear policy objectives.
  • Australian Sports Commission -Offers up-to-date information on the structure and organisation of sport in Australia, including the Australian Institute of Sport(AIS).
  • CSIRO Land and Water -The research laboratory for advanced studies of environmental systems and the management of natural resources.
  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) -Australia's largest scientific and industrial research agency. It researches fields diverse as agribusiness, information technology and everything in between. Also runs the online science education program: Double Helix Science Club.
  • Gene Technology in Australia -Provides information about biotechnology and gene technology.
  • IP Australia -The agency that grants rights in patents, trade marks, and designs. Attempts to ensure that Australians benefit from the effective use of intellectual property (IP), particularly through increased innovation, investment and trade
  • Ionospheric Prediction Service -Provides the Australian radio propagation and space environment services.
  • Science Index -Provides information about Commonwealth of Australia science and technology interests, a directory of all Commonwealth departments and agencies with interests in science and technology.
  • The Australia New Zealand Land Information Council -Develops policies, standards and procedures to manage the capture, storage, maintenance and transfer of land and geographic information that is essential for the effective management of the nation's land-related resources.
  • Australian Institute of Sport -Provides facilities and assistance for elite athletes, including access to high performance coaches, strength and conditioning programs, nutritional advice, and career and education guidance.
  • Geoscience Australia -The national agency for geoscience research and geospatial information.
  • Biotechnology Australia -Details of funding, development of a National Biotechnology Strategy, a public awareness program and a new system of regulation of gene technology.
  • business.gov.au -Whole-of-government service providing essential information on planning, starting and running a business. Offers access to all business related government assistance, information and services.
  • Co-operative Research Centres -Undertake collaborative research and education programs in the fields of natural sciences and engineering, with a strong focus on commercial and other applications.
  • Prime Minister's Science, Engineering and Innovation Council -The Council is the Government's principal source of advice on issues in science, engineering and innovation and relevant aspects of education and training.