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The DATA Scheme

The DATA Scheme is a best practice Scheme for sharing Australian Government data, underpinned by strong safeguards and consistent, efficient processes.

Sharing data safely for public benefit

Enabling better government services

Enabling better government services

By increasing the availability and use of Australian Government data to inform better government services, policies and programs as well as research and innovation.
Keeping data safe

Keeping data safe

Through education and regulation of data sharing and by supporting best practice with guidance, tools and consistent processes.
Building trust and transparency

Building trust and transparency

By reporting annually on data sharing and through public registers of accredited participants and data sharing agreements.
MORE ABOUT THE SCHEME

Dataplace

A digital platform for Scheme participants and others to manage data requests and support administration of the DATA Scheme.

Australian Government Data Catalogue

Integrated with Dataplace, researchers and others can use the Catalogue to find data assets held by Australian Government agencies.