| Attention - The National Data Network (NDN) is now closed.
The NDN has recently undergone a review process. Most of the development to date has been done in demonstration/pilot mode. As a result of the reviews the ABS has decided to bring the pilot phase to a close and cease further development on the network. This includes the Children and Youth Statistical Portal.
The vision of accessing and sharing of data is still very alive and the ABS will be focusing on expansion of the National Statistical Service (NSS). There are now other initiatives being pursued that have some similar objectives to those of the NDN. The ABS is seeking to engage with those driving these initiatives to look for opportunities to collaborate in ways that will achieve their objectives while also furthering those of the NSS. We will continue to develop strategies for 'whole of government' information sharing. Our focus will be largely on improving metadata systems. Realistic scenarios for the different business uses of metadata will be developed in active consultation with other agencies.
Please contact Narelle Budd on (02) 6252 7636 or email inquiries@nss.gov.au if you require further information.
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This Page provides information for developers who wish to help in the development of the NDN. If you would like to gain a better understanding of the NDN model and our directions, please visit our About Us page.
 Expected Behaviour
This development is underpinned by a set of core principles which guide the behaviour of participants in the National Data Network. Application of these principles will help build a strong information environment in Australia.
Developers and governors of the National Data Network should develop and follow agreed principles, protocols and procedures in order to promote reliability, performance and trust in the National Data Network facilities, and should be able and wiling to apply sanctions in the case of serious infringements. The Developers and Governors should minimise barriers to participation in the National Data Network and ensure National Data Network systems and services are trusted to provide the specified access to data. Developers should comply with the decisions made by the Interim Governing Board. The National Data Network should maintain consistency with all criminal and civil laws in the development of protocols, procedures, services and systems.
The Developers and Governors of the National Data Network should be protected from legal action arising from failures of National Data Network facilities. |
This page last updated 24 July 2008 | 
