Introductory statement

I, as the accountable authority of IP Australia, present the Annual Performance Statements of IP Australia for 2020–21, as required under section 39(1)(a) of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act).

In my opinion, this statement is based on properly maintained records and accurately represents IP Australia’s performance in the reporting period in accordance with section 39(2) of the PGPA Act.

In accordance with subsection 16F(1) of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014 (PGPA Rule), this performance statement reports on our performance for the year ended 30 June 2021, assessed against the purpose and measures published in:

• IP Australia Corporate Plan 2020–21
• Portfolio Budget Statements 2020–21 - Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Portfolio

Michael Schwager
Director General
28 September 2021