About the department's resources programs
The Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism administers a number of programs aimed at assisting the resources sector to develop internationally competitive and sustainable industries.
The current programs administered by the department's Reources Division are:
Working in Partnership
The Working in Partnership (WIP) initiative supports and encourages cultural change in relations between Indigenous communities and the mining industry, and promotes long term, effective partnerships which benefit all stakeholders.
Leading Practice Sustainable Development Program for the Mining Industry
The Leading Practice Sustainable Development Program for the Mining Industry program supports the sustainable development of the Australian mining industry.