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Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency

(ARPANSA)
Health and Aged Care
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. The ARPANSA regulates Commonwealth entities using radiation with the objective of protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation. The agency undertakes research, provides services, and promotes national uniformity and the implementation of international best practice across all jurisdictions.

Sections

Further information

  • Type of Body

    A. Non-corporate Commonwealth entity

  • GFS Sector Classification

    GGS

  • Established By / Under

    Act / Regulation

  • Established By/Under More info

    Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Act 1998

  • 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

  • Postal Address

    PO Box 655, Miranda NSW 1490

Current single executive appointments

Position Appointee Start Date End Date
Chief Executive Officer Dr. Gillian Hirth 22 March 2022 21 March 2027
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