Share your data
The DATA Scheme authorises Data Custodians to share Australian Government data with Scheme participants.
Data Custodians can use Dataplace to manage and respond to data sharing requests and develop data sharing agreements. Onboard your organisation to Dataplace now.
Data Custodian responsibilities
Responding to data requests
Data Custodians must consider and respond to all requests they receive from Accredited Users under the DATA Scheme.
Reporting requirements
Data Custodians must maintain a record of data sharing requests received and reasons for agreement or refusal to share.
Uplift your data management
The ONDC has developed tools and resources to help Data Custodians better manage their data assets and facilitate data sharing.
Top resources for data custodians
Latest news
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Celebrate data-driven initiatives across the Australian Public Service. Nominations are open for the APS Data Awards 2026.
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After over three years as the National Data Commissioner, Gayle Milnes is standing down from the role and retiring from the Australian Public Service on 22 August 2025.
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New data sharing agreements, recent accreditations, upcoming priorities for the Data Availability and Transparency Act review and more in the latest edition of DataPoints.
