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Australian Institute of Marine Science

(AIMS)

Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), Australia's tropical marine research agency, is recognised internationally for its leadership in research into tropical marine environments and their living aquatic resources. Its mission is to provide the research and knowledge of Australia's tropical marine estate required to support growth in its sustainable use, effective environmental management and protection of its unique ecosystems.

http://www.aims.gov.au/

ABN 78 961 616 230

Budget Documentation

Cape Cleveland QLD 4810

Key People

Further information

Type of Body
B. Corporate Commonwealth entity
GFS Sector Classification
GGS
Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
Established By/Under More info
Australian Institute of Marine Science Act 1972
Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
Classification
A. Primary body
GFS Function / Sector Reported
GGS
Materiality
Small
PS Act Body
Yes - Statutory Agency
Auditor
ANAO
Creation Date
1 July 1972
Postal Address
Private Mail Bag No. 3, Mail Centre, Townsville Qld 4810

Government appointed boards

Australian Institute of Marine Science Council

Last updated: 12 July 2024