About DIIRD
The Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) is the Victorian Government's lead agency for economic and regional development, and is instrumental in building an innovative state. The formation of the department reflects the increasing emphasis the government places on innovation as a key driver of future economic success.
Annual report
The most recent annual report for DIIRD is available and individual sections can be downloaded. Postal copy requests can also be submitted and archived reports are also available.
Areas of responsibility
DIIRD Business Units operate across the areas of innovation, industry and regional development to ensure a standard approach to key strategies and objectives.
Budget: 2008-2009
DIIRD's most recent budget reports are included in this section.
Corporate Governance
Policies and regulations which DIIRD is compliant with including Freedom of Information, Information Privacy and Health Records, Environmental Management and the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001.
Department structure
To achieve the Government's economic goals and strategic objectives, the department is divided into eleven organisational divisions. DIIRD also has an interest in eight other organisational bodies and Victoria's TAFE network.
2009-2012 Disability Action Plan
Diversity @ DIIRD has now launched the 2009-2012 Disability Action Plan. The plan establishes a set of principles which guide our work with people with disability.
Disabled Access
Table showing disabled access and facilities at all DIIRD offices
Fair Payments for Small Business
The Victorian Government's 2002 Small Business election policy contained a commitment to introduce a fair payments clause into Government contracts to improve cash flow certainty for Victorian small and medium sized businesses.
Ministerial overseas travel
As part of his commitment to strengthen accountability in Victoria, the Premier committed to releasing quarterly reports that detail the costs and benefits associated with Ministerial overseas travel.
Contacts and Locations
Address details, telephone and fax numbers for DIIRD headquarters, regional business centres, metropolitan business centres, and all overseas offices.
