Australian Bureau of Statistics
Section 1: 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.
1.1 Summary of agency contributions to outcomes
The products and services delivered by the ABS which contribute to the achievement of its outcome are summarised in Table 1.1 and Figure 2 on page 61.
Table 1.1: Contribution to outcomes
