Our role is to provide an environment in which all Australians can access and benefit from communications services, creative experiences and culture.
Learn more about what we do
Advances in technology have improved the range of accessible services for people who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or have a speech impairment.
The Government is improving mobile coverage and competition across regional and remote Australia.
What to do to prepare for and connect to the NBN, and how to get assistance.
Our Work
Classification of films, computer games and publications is important to the Australian Government.
We are responsible for managing the Copyright Act 1968 and Circuit Layouts Act 1989. We also develop Australian copyright policy and represent Australia’s interests in relation to international copyright issues.
The Prime Minister's Literary Awards celebrate outstanding literary talent in Australia and the valuable contribution Australian literature and history makes to the nation's cultural and intellectual life.
What's new
Internet
With one in five Australian children reporting being cyber bullied, learning how to be cyber safe has never been more important.
Internet
This Scams Awareness Week, learn how to protect yourself from scams and get smarter with your data!
National Broadband Network
The new satellite product will better connect regional Australians.
Internet
We are seeking input on the design of the Regional Connectivity Program.
2019–20 Portfolio Budget Statements—Communications and the Arts Portfolio
Information relating to the Communications and the Arts Portfolio Budget for 2019–20.
Key People
Meet the Communications, Cyber Safety and the Arts Minister, The Hon Paul Fletcher MP.
Meet the Regional Services, Decentralisation and Local Government Minister, The Hon Mark Coulton MP.
Meet the Secretary of the Department of Communications and the Arts, Mr Mike Mrdak AO.
The Government is seeking feedback on the design of the new Regional Connectivity Program.