AusIndustry
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AusIndustry is the Australian Government's business support program, part of the Department of Industry, Science and Resources. AusIndustry delivers programs worth around US$2 billion per year as of 2011[update]. It provides business and individuals with innovation grants, clean technology, tax incentives, duty concessions, small business development, industry support, and venture capital.[1]
History
The Australian Government announced the creation of AusIndustry on 4 May 1994 as a result of the White Paper Working Nation: White Paper on Employment and Growth 1994.[2]
Services
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AusIndustry delivers business services that build on three key drivers of economic growth - innovation, investment and international competitiveness. AusIndustry provides incentives to help Australian businesses:
- conduct research and development;
- grow small business;
- take up new technology;
- undertake industry-specific manufacturing and production; and
- commercialise a new technology or venture.
Office locations
AusIndustry has customer service managers located in more than 20 offices across Australia, including 15 regional offices, plus a national contact centre and website.
References
- ^ Department of Industry, Innovation, Science,Research and Tertiary Education, "Our Organisation". Archived from the original on 2011-02-20. Retrieved 2011-02-21.[full citation needed]
- ^ Australian Senate, Senate Chamber Hansard: 4/5/1994, Page 165