Charter
Under its charter the Australian Antarctic Division:
- Administers the Australian Antarctic Territory and the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Conducts research in high priority areas of Antarctic science
- Coordinates and manages Australia's logistic program in Antarctica
- Promotes Antarctic research in universities through grants and the provision of logistic support
- Develops policy proposals and provides advice on Australia's Antarctic interests
- Promotes Australia's Antarctic interests within the Antarctic Treaty System
- Maintains a continuing presence in the region through permanent stations, the establishment of field bases and the provision of transport, communication and medical services
- Acts as the primary source of Australian Antarctic information
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