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.
COVID-19 Response Inquiry
Commonwealth Government COVID-19 Response Inquiry
On 25 October 2024 the Australian Government received the final report from the independent panel appointed to review the response to COVID-19 pandemic.
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.