| Department overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 1 July 2022 |
| Preceding Department | |
| Jurisdiction | Australian Government |
| Headquarters | Canberra |
| Ministers responsible | |
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| Website | www.industry.gov.au |
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The Chief Scientist for Australia has reported to the Minister for Science of the day since 1989. [2]
The current head of the department is the Secretary, Meghan Quinn. [3]
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