National Museum of Australia
(NMA)
Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications
The National Museum of Australia's role is to develop and maintain a national collection of historical material and increase awareness and understanding of Australia's history and culture. It fulfils this by undertaking research, managing its collections and providing access through public programs and exhibitions.
It's mission is to promote an understanding of Australia's history and an awareness of future possibilities by:
- developing, preserving, digitising and exhibiting a significant national collection;
- taking a leadership role in research and scholarship;
- engaging and providing access for audiences nationally and internationally; and
- delivering innovative programmes.
ABN 70 592 297 967
Appropriations 44277000
Departmental expenses 52002000
Average staffing level 226
Key People
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Mr. Ian Campbell
(02) 8362 9626
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Dr. Mathew Trinca
(02) 8362 9626
Lawson Crescent, Acton Pennisula
GPO Box 1901, Canberra ACT 2601
Sections
Further information
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Type of Body
B. Corporate Commonwealth Entity
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GFS Sector Classification
GGS
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
National Museum of Australia Act 1980
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
A. Principal
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Materiality
Small
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GFS Function / Sector Reported
Recreation and Culture
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PS Act Body
Yes - Statutory Agency
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Auditor
ANAO
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Creation Date
8 September 1980
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Postal Address
GPO Box 1901, Canberra ACT 2601
Enquiry Lines
Title | Phone Number | Hours of Operation | Description |
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National Museum of Australia | 1800 026 132 | Business Hours | General Enquiries |
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