The 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 government agencies; and
- provides liaison between Australia and other countries and international organisations on statistical matters.
Appropriations
The total appropriation for the ABS in the 2002-03 Budget is $253.1 million. Table 1.1 on the following page provides this detail.
Australian Bureau of Statistics - appropriations 2002-03
Table 1.1: Appropriations and other revenue ($`000)
1. References C1 and E1 refer to information provided in Table 2.1. K1 refers to information provided in Table 3.1, Budgeted Statement of Financial Performance.
2. Refer to Budgeted Statement of Financial Performance in Table 3.1 for application of agency revenue.
3. Revenue from other sources includes other revenue from government (for example, resources free of charge) and revenue from other sources (for example, sales of goods and services). Non-appropriated agency revenues are detailed in Appendix 1.
Note: Percentage figures indicate the percentage contribution of revenue from government (agency appropriations) to the total price of outputs, by outcome.
Equity injections and loans
Part C: Agency Budget Statements - ABS
The ABS does not have an appropriation for an equity injection or loan in the 2002-03 Budget.
