Government's response to the Independent Review
of the Australian Research Council Act 2001
Today, the Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education released the Government's response to the Final Report of the Independent Review panel: Trusting Australia's Ability: Review of the Australian Research Council Act 2001.
The ARC's Chief Executive Officer, Ms Judi Zielke PSM, said the final report is a strong endorsement of the role and positive impact the ARC has had on Australia's research capability over the last 20 years and affirms the broader reform schedule the ARC is already undertaking to restore stakeholder trust and drive excellent research for the advancement of all Australians.
"The Government's response to the review confirms the ARC's role in underpinning and shaping the national research landscape. It will define in legislation our role in supporting basic and strategic basic research as well as applied research, research integrity, evaluation of the excellence, quality and impact of research in Australian universities, and the development of researchers through their career progression."
"There is significant work already underway at the ARC to address the recommendations that do not require legislative change, such as those relating to grant guidelines improvements and reduction of administrative burden for researchers, universities and partners. We are also consulting with Indigenous researchers regarding the establishment of an ARC Indigenous Forum," Ms Zielke said.
These activities are being undertaken in close consultation with our partners and stakeholders to ensure implementation of the changes meet the needs of the Government and the sector, while delivering value and benefit to the Australian community.
The Report and the Government's response can be found at: Review of the Australian Research Council Act 2001 - Department of Education, Australian Government.
