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Australian Radioactive Waste Agency (ARWA)

Industry, Science and Resources
ARWA leads the safe and secure long-term management and disposal of Australia's radioactive waste. ARWA's work involves enabling Australia to meet international obligations under the Joint Convention on the Safety of Spent Fuel Management and Safety of Radioactive Waste Management; maintaining the national radioactive waste inventory; facilitating communication between government, industry, stakeholders, and local communities; and working with independent regulators for radioactive waste to ensure safety, security and environmental protection.

Further information

  • Type of Body

    G. Non-statutory function with separate branding

  • Established By / Under

    Cabinet

  • Annual Report Prepared and tabled?

    No, but noted in parent's annual report

  • Classification

    C. Secondary non-statutory structure

  • Auditor

    ANAO

  • Creation Date

  • Postal Address

    Adelaide SA 5000
    Australia

Current single executive appointments

Position Appointee Start Date End Date
Chief Executive Officer Mr. Sam Usher 10 January 2022 9 January 2027
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