The 2023-24 Annual Report of the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) has been tabled in Parliament and is now available to read on our website and the Federal Government's Transparency Portal.
The report covers the activities of ARPANSA and its supporting committees, as well as the agency's performance against key activities and financial objectives.
ARPANSA's Chief Executive Officer Dr Gillian Hirth AO reflected that the past year has been one of significant change, driven by ARPANSA's continued engagement and support of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine capability stewardship arrangements.
'I am proud that staff have risen to meet the challenge of substantial new programs of work, all the while maintaining our ongoing commitment to delivering regulatory excellence, radiological protection and community engagement,' said Dr Hirth.
This last year also saw an expansion in ARPANSA's remit, as the agency faced a higher than usual volume of complex regulatory assessments due to planned works at the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) Lucas Heights facilities. ARPANSA also received a licence application from the Australian Submarine Agency to prepare a site for a controlled industrial facility. Public consultations and regulatory approvals were key components of ARPANSA's oversight during this period.
This was delivered alongside the agency's unwavering commitment to our business-as-usual activities, which ensure we are protecting the Australian public and environment from the harmful effects of radiation. Some highlights included:
- ARPANSA's engagement in international nuclear security, research and health advice, and engagement with Pacific nations
- ongoing work in the provision of risk management and mitigation relating to a radiological or nuclear incident
- enhancement of our regulatory systems and alignment with international best practice
- a deep dive into ARPANSA's approach to fostering innovation in the workplace.
Read the full ARPANSA Annual Report 2023-24 on the Transparency Portal.
