Programs and initiatives

We work across Australian Government agencies and with state and territory governments, the private and not-for-profit sectors and the community on a range of projects, policies and advice. These programs and initiatives are the department’s focus and efforts to deliver the Australian Government’s priorities.

Independent Commonwealth Review into Australia’s federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies

Independent Commonwealth Review into Australia’s federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies

On 21 December 2025, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced an independent review of Australia’s federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies, to be led by Mr Dennis Richardson AC.

Women's Economic Equality Taskforce

Women's Economic Equality Taskforce

The Women's Economic Equality Taskforce (the taskforce) was established in September 2022. It delivered on an election commitment to prioritise advice to government on the many issues facing women in the Australian economy. The taskforce has now concluded.