The Federal election was called on 28 March 2025. As this website is hosted by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, the site will only be updated with material in line with the Caretaker Conventions. Please note that the content of this site relates to the Australian Government’s existing policy.

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Australia's regions are a crucial part of Australia's economy. They are also integral to our values and sense of identity which come from our unique and diverse culture, landscape, history and people.

The Australian Government, through the department, contributes to the prosperity of the economy and the wellbeing of all Australians by supporting regions to realise their potential and manage their own futures.

To do this, we work in partnership with regional, rural, remote and Indigenous communities.