Australian Bureau of Statistics

STATISTICAL CONSULTANCY

Do you need to design a survey or form, and don't know where to start? Do you have data requiring complex statistical analysis? Our consultants have the expertise to help you clarify your objectives and plan your project effectively.

The ABS Statistical Consultancy service provides access to professional statisticians with wide ranging experience and expertise in client survey design, data analysis, and specialist knowledge in a range of statistical fields, including time series analyses and forms design. Please note that these services are available to government departments and statutory authorities and are on a fee for service basis.


INFORMATION CONSULTANCY

The ABS Information Consultancy service can provide a wide range of ABS data tailored to meet your individual needs. Our consultants can provide reports containing tables, commentary and maps highlighting the characteristics of your target market, or customised demographic data for planning service delivery. Consultants can assist with the provision of data for the most recent period available on a time series basis.

The ABS Information Consultancy service is available to the whole community on a fee for service basis.

To discuss your information needs please contact the National Information Referral Service (NIRS) on 1300 135 070 or email client.services@abs.gov.au.

STATISTICAL TRAINING

The ABS provides training on a range of topics to develop skills for high quality statistical collections and statistical analysis. Our training programs are conducted by ABS staff with expertise in designing questionnaires, analysing data and managing the survey process. The courses teach practical skills by involving participants in individual and group exercises. The ACT Regional Office can organise courses that are tailored to meet the specific needs of the ACT Government, for example using ACT-specific information. This statistical training is available on a fee for service basis.

The ABS also provides regular seminars and information sessions which may focus on statistical developments, publications, trends or issues, including Census information sessions.

For further information please contact the ACT Regional Office on (02) 6252 8900 or act.office@abs.gov.au.