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Australian Bureau of Statistics
Section 1: Overview, Appropriations and Budget Measures Summary
Overview
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS):
- is the central statistical authority for the Australian Government;
- provides statistical services for the State and Territory Governments;
- collects, compiles, analyses and disseminates statistics and related information;
- ensures the coordination of the statistical activities of, and provides advice and assistance to, other federal agencies; and
- provides liaison between Australia and other countries and international organisations on statistical matters.
Appropriations
The total appropriations for the ABS in the 2000-01 Budget are $263.2 million (see Table 1.1 on the following page).
Australian Bureau of Statistics - Appropriations 2000-01
Table 1.1: Appropriations ($'000)
(a) Revenue from Other Sources includes other revenue from government (for example, resources free of charge) and revenue from sources other than government (for example, sales of goods and services).
Budget Measures - Australian Bureau of Statistics
Table 1.2: Summary of Measures in the 2000-01 Budget
Administered Capital and Agency Capital (Equity Injections and Loans)
The ABS does not have an appropriation for an equity injection or loan, or an appropriation for administered capital in 2000-01.
