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The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.

CSIRO's core areas of impact

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CSIRO has developed a strategy, set of policies and reporting procedures to ensure our success as a research enterprise with global reach.
 

Read about our governing legislation, the CSIRO Board, Governance Framework and policies. See also links to CSIRO Sector Advisory Councils and Flagship Advisory Committees.

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By igniting the creative spirit of our people we deliver great science and innovative solutions for industry, society and the environment. Read more about our vision, purpose and beliefs here.

CSIRO scientist dressed in yellow rain jacket retrieving a water sample
 

CSIRO’s service charter describes the standards of service we aim to deliver to our customers and our commitment to ensuring that these standards are maintained.

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Our strategy outlines CSIRO's goals, objectives and targets. Read about our strategy and download our strategic plan for 2007-11.

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CSIRO is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse scientific research organisations in the world. Read about our organisational structure and download an organisational chart here.

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CSIRO's Budget & Performance are reported in our Annual Report and in our Occupational Health, Safety and Environment reports. Read these reports here.

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As an organisation we are committed to scientific excellence and working ethically and with integrity in everything we do.

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Every year CSIRO releases a procurement plan outlining the details of planned procurement as well as the initiatives from which further procurement needs are likely to arise.

CSIRO scientists fieldtesting geological strata assessment equipment.