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.

Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve

Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve

On 24 April 2025, the Hon Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, committed to establish a Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve to maximise the strategic value of Australia’s critical minerals.

Long-term Insight Briefings

Long-term Insights Briefings

Current Long-term Insights Briefing

We are currently exploring the future of government service delivery beyond the current cycles of reform.

We are working with the community, industry, academia and the APS.

We want to better understand: