AusDev Portal
The DFAT AusDev Portal sets a new benchmark for open access to Official Development Assistance (ODA) data. Built for clarity and rigour, it supports public scrutiny and informed dialogue about Australia’s international development efforts.
Purpose
DFAT’s development program exists to ensure Australia’s aid is accountable, transparent, and evidence-based - uplifting public trust while enabling fairer, more effective global partnerships.
Challenge
Prior to the portal, researchers and stakeholders struggled to access reliable ODA data, limiting independent analysis and public understanding. This gap eroded confidence and made it difficult to demonstrate Australia’s commitment to transparent, responsible international development.
We delivered a transparent, user-centred data portal that opens up access to Australia’s international development program.
Highlights
- Researchers and development specialists can now explore investment data by location, sector, and policy focus with ease.
- Visual representations - charts, infographics, interactive views - make vast amounts of aid data accessible and meaningful for all users.
- Fast, reliable data retrieval empowers users to investigate, analyse, and verify Australia's ODA activities without barriers.
Purpose-built for transparency
The AusDev Portal addresses the need for accessible, reliable data on Australia’s international development program. By providing clear pathways to key ODA information, it supports public scrutiny and builds trust in the government’s commitment to transparency and effective aid.
Empowering research and analysis
Advanced search tools and flexible data formats enable researchers and policy specialists to find and analyse information with ease. This evidence-based approach uplifts the sector’s capacity for evaluation and informed decision-making, connecting intent with practical outcomes.
Accessible, intuitive data reporting
The portal’s design prioritises clarity and inclusivity. Data visualisation, infographics, and streamlined navigation help users at all levels comprehend complex information. This ensures the platform is approachable for time-poor professionals and the broader public alike.
Scalable platform for future needs
Delivered in phases, the portal’s roadmap includes year-on-year comparisons and expanded documentation. This approach ensures the platform adapts to new policy directions and user needs, keeping it relevant and impactful over time.
Building lasting partnerships
The project’s success reflects a transparent, collaborative process with DFAT. Feedback and shared milestones shaped each stage, laying the foundation for ongoing improvement and a shared journey towards a more accountable development program.
Client quote
"We just wanted to reach out and thank you for all your help in building the new development transparency portal. We could not have done it without you! Thank you for coming on this journey with us, and for your ongoing accessibility and flexibility."
Sonya, Director DFAT