To coincide with the opening of the Australasian Aid Conference (AAC) at ANU this week, the Australian Government announced a new portal for Australian development data: the AusDev Portal. The new online platform is designed to enhance transparency in Australia’s international development efforts. The portal was demonstrated by DFAT staff at the conference, and announced by Australia’s Minister for International Development and the Pacific, Pat Conroy, through the Devpolicy Blog.
Additionally, Conroy announced that Australia would resume reporting to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), reaffirming the government’s commitment to global best practices in aid transparency.
About the AusDev Portal
The AusDev Portal consolidates data on Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects, finances, and performance into a single, publicly accessible platform. It enables users—ranging from students and researchers to NGOs and partner governments—to explore Australia’s development commitments and monitor how these efforts are being evaluated and delivered.
The portal’s development was informed by extensive consultations with partner governments, NGOs, and the broader development sector. This collaborative approach ensures that the platform meets the needs of diverse stakeholders while fostering accountability and mutual trust.
By making ODA data more accessible, the AusDev Portal is expected to support improved analysis, learning, and policy-making across the sector.
A Renewed Commitment to Aid Transparency
The decision to resume reporting to the IATI brings Australia back into alignment with international standards for aid transparency. This step not only demonstrates the government’s focus on accountability but also positions Australia as a leader in promoting global development effectiveness.
IATI reporting allows stakeholders to track aid flows, identify overlaps or gaps, and ensure that funding reaches those most in need.
Further Reading
Read Pat Conroy’s announcement on DevPolicy here
You can access the portal here: https://adp.dfat.gov.au/
A recording of DFAT’s Catherine Gill and Linda Roche’s presentation of the portal at the AAC can be found on the ANU YouTube page here
*Header image from the AusDevPortal, (Australian Government)