Geoscience Australia Strategy 2026–2036 Our vision
Page last updated:24 March 2026
Our strategy sets a clear vision that is supported by statements to describe our enduring national role including:
Together, these statements underpin our vision for the next decade of integrated geoscience insights to inform decision-making, drive innovation and create opportunities for all Australians.
Who we are
We are the nation’s trusted leaders in applied geoscience and integrated insights that drive resilience, innovation and prosperity for Australians.
From space down to the Earth’s core, our national infrastructure and expertise in geoscience data, services and technology spans our unique continent, maritime jurisdiction and external territories, including the Australian Antarctic Territory.
Our unique value
As Australia’s trusted stewards of applied geoscience, we deliver the national-scale data, services and infrastructure that government, industry and communities rely on.
Who we work with
Our external stakeholders include users of our geoscience data, services and insights; and project, research and delivery partners.
We work in a range of engagement, partnership and co-design models. This includes leading collaborative initiatives and partnering in cooperative projects across all levels of government, industry and academia.
As the Australian Government’s national geoscience entity, we work closely with states and territories to integrate data and enable national-scale insights.
Our free and open data insights complement the work of our partners in early-stage research and the commercial sector to apply science for national benefit.
In the global context, our collaborative and adaptable approach to engagement with international stakeholders supports Australia's interests in a changing geopolitical context.
Our strategic shifts will support closer engagement and position Geoscience Australia to maximise value for our stakeholders and streamline ways of working with us.
Who Geoscience Australia works with across state, territory, national and international spheres.
Our vision
Shaping Australia’s future through geoscience insights
- Informing critical decisions on Australia’s greatest challenges and opportunities for a resilient, innovative and prosperous nation.
- Integrating national data, expert scientific knowledge and advanced analytics to generate decision-ready products and services.
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Index and glossary
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Focus areas explored
Resource potential
Unlocking Australia’s minerals, energy and groundwater resource potential through expert geoscience knowledge and analysis.
Positioning and navigation services
Measuring Australia’s land movement and delivering accurate, reliable and resilient positioning and navigation across Australia’s land and maritime areas.
Earth analysis
Transforming Earth observation data into Earth insights by monitoring, analysing and predicting change across Australia’s dynamic land, water and coastal environment over time.
National land, marine and coastal mapping
Providing trusted national location information on Australia’s land, marine and Antarctic geography (natural and built environment).
Hazards and impacts
Monitoring and modelling natural and human-induced disaster risks and assessing impacts on Australia’s communities and infrastructure.
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6 Symbios, University of Queensland and Earth Observation Australia, Continuity of Earth Observation Data for Australia: Risks, EOA website, 2024, accessed 20 February 2026, p. 3.
7 Geoscience Australia, Geoscience Australia highlight - Impacts of the Exploring for the Future program, Australian Government Transparency Portal website, 2024, accessed 20 February 2026.
