Enhancing Australia's Economic Prosperity
Resources Energy Tourism Department

Department

The Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism provides advice and policy support to the Australian Government regarding Australia's resources, energy and tourism sectors. The Department develops and delivers policies to increase Australia's international competitiveness, consistent with the principles of environmental responsibility and sustainable development.
CORPORATE PLAN 2009-2013

The Resources, Energy and Tourism sectors are key drivers of the Australian economy underpinning the competitiveness of regions, industries and businesses across the economy. These sectors are at the forefront of the economic and environmental challenges facing Australia, accounting for over 15 percent of Australia’s GDP, over 60 percent of Australia’s export earnings and over 40 percent of Australia’s energy use.

CORPORATE PLAN 2009-2013 [PDF, 151KB]

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