This report on the operations of the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) for the 1972-73 period provides descriptions of research activities related to experimental and analytical studies, surveys, curriculum innovations and evaluations, reviews and comparative studies, the (Australian ) Schools Commission, measurement studies, and test development. In addition the following operational services and functions of ACER are described: test research and development, library services, publications, staff matters, and finances and administration. Lists of Council members, officers, and staff members of ACER are provided, as is a list of State Institutes for Educational Research. (DR)