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AusIndustry's objective is to deliver a range of business and industry assistance programs which achieve the Government's policy objectives of fostering investment and supporting businesses to become more innovative and internationally competitive.

The objective is to maximise opportunities for Australian industry to participate in major investment projects and global supply chains in line with the Australian Industry Participation (AIP) National Framework.

Stimulate companies to increase their spending on research and development (R&D) as a means of increasing their international competitiveness and ultimately providing economic benefits to the broader community.

The Department is working with ATO to make it easy for businesses to apply for an Australian Business Number (ABN), a Tax File Number online and search ABN information through the ABN Lookup web site.

The Business Consultation website aims to improve government consultation with businesses, associations and individuals, by providing more access to a range of information and reviews undertaken across government.

Make it easier for small or large business operators to find the government information they need to run their business.

business.gov.au is the Australian Government's award-winning website offering simple and convenient access to government information, transactions and services for business, in particular for small to medium-sized businesses.

Overview of the Department's portfolio, including information about its responsibilities and commitment to developing policies and delivering programs to provide lasting economic benefits ensuring Australia's competitive future.

To increase activity in the early stage venture capital sector in Australia through the introduction of an investment vehicle with flow-through taxation treatment and no tax liability on the investment gains for investors.

Support the undertaking of major investment projects in Australia, by providing relief from customs duty on certain capital items and encourage the involvement of Australian industry in global supply chains.

To help businesses find, manage and complete government forms online without having to understand the structure of government or individual agencies.

IP Australia grants rights in patents, trade marks and designs and provides information programs designed to increase awareness of the benefits of effective protection and use of IP.

Deliver world-class measurement standards and services that enhance innovation, increase industry competitiveness, facilitate trade, underpin regulation and improve the well-being of Australian society.

The Pharmaceuticals Partnerships Program is a $150 million five year competitive entry program, focused on increasing the level of high quality pharmaceuticals R&D and the number of partnerships between pharmaceuticals companies and the research sector.

Through a range of taxation incentives, the program encourages investment in PDFs which in turn provide a pool of funds which specialist managers invest in companies that they expect will provide high returns. This program is now closed.

Develop a vibrant, integrated, export-driven science industry that is growing at above industry averages, generating high value-added products and services, and is globally recognised for its innovation and excellence.

The Tariff Concession System supports Australia's industry competitiveness by lowering cost structures through reduction in customs duty on imported business inputs and removing the duty on imported consumer items where there is no equivalent Australian production.

The Tradex program supports the development of Australia's manufacturing and export capability by providing relief from customs duty and GST on imports that are subsequently exported.

A program to provide validation, authentication and notary services for government agencies.

The Department's objective is to improve the commercialisation of technology by Australian firms through access to venture capital.

Facilitate investment by foreign residents into the Australian venture capital market and to further develop the venture capital industry.