Invest in Australia

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Why invest in Australia?

Australia provides a safe and low-risk environment to invest and do business.

A land of opportunities

Australia offers a wealth of investment opportunities in resources and energy; the circular economy; defence, advanced manufacturing and space; digital technologies; agribusiness and food; health; and infrastructure.

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Guide to investing

This online guide is designed to help international investors and businesses invest and operate in Australia. You will find information about establishing and running a business in Australia; direct links to regulators and relevant government agencies; and an outline of the assistance available to international investors.

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Australia welcomes productive foreign investment

Simon Birmingham, Australia’s Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment.

Come on a virtual site visit to Australia with Austrade

Contact the investment specialist in your region to organise a virtual site visit.

Investor Update

12 Aug 2020

5B secures investment to accelerate rollout of clean energy tech

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4 Aug 2020

Israeli startup chooses Australia to trial pollinating robots

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28 Jul 2020

Sun Metals to build renewable hydrogen plant in Queensland

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9 Jul 2020

Australia and Canada to collaborate on hydrogen and fuel cell technologies

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26 Jun 2020

Launch of Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement negotiations

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23 Jun 2020

Advanced US proton therapy system to treat cancer at new Australian medical facility

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Why Australia?

The Why Australia Benchmark Report provides rich data demonstrating why there is no better place than Australia to do business. The report examines five key reasons for investing in Australia – its Resilient Economy, Dynamic Industries, Innovation and Skills, Global Ties and Strong Foundations – and compares Australia’s credentials with other countries.

How Austrade can help

Austrade works with potential investors providing practical advice, marketing intelligence and introductions to the people you need to meet.

Success stories

Read about recent investment into Australia.

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Reports and resources

Download useful guides, publications and charts on Australia’s regulatory environment and the country's performance across a range of economic and social indicators.