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How to sign in to ROVER

ROVER uses multifactor authentication, which means you need to sign in to ROVER using a password and 6-digit code sent in a text message to your mobile (cell) phone. This process is available to users globally.

Signing in using multifactor authentication helps protect against unauthorised people accessing your ROVER account using your identity. Please note, you will need to update your ROVER password every 365 days.

How do I sign in?

To sign in to your ROVER account, follow these steps.

Step 1. Open a recommended browser: ChromeFirefox or Microsoft Edge.

Note: Internet Explorer and Safari are not recommended.

Step 2. Go to the ROVER portal at: https://rover.infrastructure.gov.au/ and select Sign in.

Step 3. Enter your email address and password and click on the Sign in button.

Step 4. Then click on the Send Code button. A 6-digit code will be sent in an SMS to your nominated mobile phone number.

Step 5. Enter the 6-digit code and click on the Verify Code button.

You will now be logged in and be taken to the My applications dashboard in ROVER.