As Australia's national science agency, our Corporate Plan outlines how we will deliver on our purpose, to deliver the science Australians need for the nation they want – productive, sustainable, healthy and secure. Our plan reflects the direction and our role in the research and innovation ecosystem, as well as the input of our people and partners across the country.
This Plan also reflects our focus on increasing CSIRO's impact for the nation through simplification and sustainability.
Our objectives to deliver
Our strategy outlines the 4 objectives that explain how we will deliver on our purpose and ensure CSIRO plays its vital role in Australia's innovation ecosystem.
Our objectives set out where we are directing our focus and investments. They are executed through strategic priorities and key initiatives that drive our performance.
Our objectives are always underpinned by our values so we can ensure our behaviours set us up for success.
Research areas
Our work at CSIRO spans a range of scientific disciplines from basic research to applied solutions. Our strategy provides detail on our 6 research areas, as well as the infrastructure we manage for the nation and our underlying capabilities to support our science and innovation.
We work with government, research organisations, industry and the community to deliver impact under the research areas.
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As Australia's national science agency, our Corporate Plan outlines how we will deliver on our purpose, to deliver the science Australians need for the nation they want – productive, sustainable, healthy and secure. Our plan reflects the direction and our role in the research and innovation ecosystem, as well as the input of our people and partners across the country.
This Plan also reflects our focus on increasing CSIRO's impact for the nation through simplification and sustainability.
Cover image, top: Research vessel (RV) Investigator is an integral part of the national collaborative research infrastructure operated by CSIRO on behalf of the nation. The vessel has an unparalleled record of delivering ocean exploration and monitoring that would not be possible without its impressive capabilities. This image offers a bird's-eye view of the vessel out in open waters. Image: Owen Foley. Cover image, bottom: In 2025, CSIRO celebrated 10 years of its Ningaloo Outlook marine research partnership with Woodside, and previously BHP. Pictured is a CSIRO scientist surveying the shallow reef to count fish.
Our objectives to deliver
Our strategy outlines the 4 objectives that explain how we will deliver on our purpose and ensure CSIRO plays its vital role in Australia's innovation ecosystem.
Our objectives set out where we are directing our focus and investments. They are executed through strategic priorities and key initiatives that drive our performance.
Our objectives are always underpinned by our values so we can ensure our behaviours set us up for success.
Research areas
Our work at CSIRO spans a range of scientific disciplines from basic research to applied solutions. Our strategy provides detail on our 6 research areas, as well as the infrastructure we manage for the nation and our underlying capabilities to support our science and innovation.
We work with government, research organisations, industry and the community to deliver impact under the research areas.
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We are pleased to present our: