About the RBA
Our Role
An outline of the role of the Reserve Bank, explaining its functions as the nation's central bank.
Governance
Information about the governance of the Reserve Bank by its two boards, which have complementary responsibilities. These are the Reserve Bank Board, which is responsible for monetary policy and financial stability, and the Payments System Board, which is responsible for the safety and efficiency of the payments system.
Accountability
The Reserve Bank is accountable to the Australian Parliament, including through its testimony presented to various committees and its annual reports, which are tabled in Parliament.
Boards
Details of the Reserve Bank Board and the Payments System Board.
Structure
An overview of the organisational structure and responsibilities of various parts of the Bank. The Bank's policy and administrative functions are located in its Head Office in Sydney. State Offices conduct liaison and analysis of economic conditions in different parts of Australia, and a branch in Canberra conducts government banking business. The Bank also has representative offices in London and New York.
Our People
About the Senior Executives of the Reserve Bank.
Our History
A brief history of the Reserve Bank and details of Governors and Board members, past and present.
Archives
The official repository for the Bank's historical records and information about public access to these records.
Freedom of Information
Section 8 statement and information for people seeking access to documents in the possession of the Reserve Bank under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.