Prime Minister Julia Gillard says she has responded "positively" to a seven-point plan presented to her by three independent MPs.
Tony Windsor, Rob Oakeshott and Bob Katter on Wednesday presented a list of seven demands which forms the basis of initial talks on minority government.
Ms Gillard told reporters on Wednesday she had "a productive, constructive discussion" with the independents.
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"They presented me earlier today with a letter raising seven items," she said.
"I have responded to that letter in writing. I have responded positively to each of the seven items."
She said she was seeking advice on whether to allow the independents access to Treasury's costings of Labor and coalition promises during the election.
