Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
The joint framework of the Australian, state and territory governments for assuring AI used in government (version 1.0, June 2024): five cornerstones (governance, data governance, a risk-based approach, standards, procurement) and 27 practices that put Australia's eight AI Ethics Principles into practice across the development, procurement and deployment of AI.
Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) is a compliance framework from Australia (Commonwealth, states and territories) with 9 domains and 32 controls that map to 4 other frameworks. The largest domains are Cornerstones of assurance – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) (5 controls), Principle 5: Reliability and safety – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) (5 controls), Principle 6: Transparency and explainability – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) (4 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.
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Framework Domains (9)
Cornerstones of assurance – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
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| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::C.1 | C.1 Governance cornerstone: adapt accountability structures and equip staff |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::C.2 | C.2 Data governance cornerstone: datasets and governance fit for AI |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::C.3 | C.3 Risk-based approach cornerstone: assess case by case across the lifecycle |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::C.4 | C.4 Standards cornerstone: align with relevant AI standards |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::C.5 | C.5 Procurement cornerstone: AI-aware procurement and contracts |
Principle 1: Human, societal and environmental wellbeing – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
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| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::1.1 | 1.1 Document intentions |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::1.2 | 1.2 Consult with stakeholders |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::1.3 | 1.3 Assess impact |
Principle 2: Human-centred values – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::2.1 | 2.1 Comply with rights protections |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::2.2 | 2.2 Incorporate diverse perspectives |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::2.3 | 2.3 Ensure digital inclusion |
Principle 3: Fairness – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
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| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::3.1 | 3.1 Define fairness in context |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::3.2 | 3.2 Comply with anti-discrimination obligations |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::3.3 | 3.3 Ensure quality of data and design |
Principle 4: Privacy protection and security – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::4.1 | 4.1 Comply with privacy obligations |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::4.2 | 4.2 Minimise and protect personal information |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::4.3 | 4.3 Secure systems and data |
Principle 5: Reliability and safety – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::5.1 | 5.1 Use appropriate datasets |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::5.2 | 5.2 Conduct pilot studies |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::5.3 | 5.3 Test and verify |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::5.4 | 5.4 Monitor and evaluate |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::5.5 | 5.5 Be prepared to disengage |
Principle 6: Transparency and explainability – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::6.1 | 6.1 Disclose the use of AI |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::6.2 | 6.2 Maintain reliable data and information assets |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::6.3 | 6.3 Provide clear explanations |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::6.4 | 6.4 Support and enable frontline staff |
Principle 7: Contestability – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
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| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::7.1 | 7.1 Understand legal obligations |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::7.2 | 7.2 Communicate rights and protections clearly |
Principle 8: Accountability – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::8.1 | 8.1 Establish clear roles and responsibilities |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::8.2 | 8.2 Train staff and embed capability |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::8.3 | 8.3 Embed a positive risk culture |
| australia-national-framework-for-the-assurance-of-ai-in-government-2024::8.4 | 8.4 Avoid overreliance |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024), you already cover:
Australia Guidance for AI Adoption (2025)
88%
28 controls mapped
Compare →NSW AI Operational Policy (2026)
59%
19 controls mapped
Compare →ISO/IEC 42001:2023
41%
13 controls mapped
Compare →+ 1 more: Australian Government Data Governance Framework (2025) (3%)
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Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) is a compliance framework from Australia (Commonwealth, states and territories) with 9 domains and 32 controls. The joint framework of the Australian, state and territory governments for assuring AI used in government (version 1.0, June 2024): five cornerstones (governance, data governance, a risk-based approach, standards, procurement) and 27 practices that put Australia's eight AI Ethics Principles into practice across the development, procurement and deployment of AI. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
What does Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) actually require?
Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) has 32 controls organised across 9 domains. The largest domains are Cornerstones of assurance – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) (5 controls), Principle 5: Reliability and safety – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) (5 controls), Principle 6: Transparency and explainability – Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) (4 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
If I already comply with another framework, how much of Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) do I already cover?
Australia National Framework for the Assurance of AI in Government (2024) maps to 4 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are Australia Guidance for AI Adoption (2025) (88% coverage), NSW AI Operational Policy (2026) (59% coverage), ISO/IEC 42001:2023 (41% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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