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Public Service Medal, valuing excellence in every role, at any level, in all geographical locations.
Nominations for awards

Nominate an Australian public servant for the Public Service Medal

Submitted: Australia's ninth periodic report to CEDAW
International forums

Submitted: Australia’s ninth periodic report to the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women

Australia's delegation. Commision on the Status of Women
Office for Women

Australia’s delegation to the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women

Government response
International policy

Australian Government response to the Senate Inquiry into Australia’s support for Ukraine

Australian Honours system: 50 years - 1975 to 2025
Australian Honours System

Fifty years of Australian honours and awards system

Energy-efficient households. BETA
Behavioural economics

Empowering homeowners to make informed decisions

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Office for Women, Nominations for awards

It’s time to #NominateAWoman

The Hon Gerard Hand
Protocol and international visits

State Funeral for the Hon Gerard (Gerry) Leslie Hand

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stands with APEC leaders in front of a backdrop that says ‘APEC 2023 San Francisco’.
International engagement

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit

Message to all APS staff
Secretary

A message to all APS staff on APS integrity

vale Mr Barry Humphries AC CBE 1934 - 2023
Government

State Memorial for Mr Barry Humphries AC CBE

Forum Leaders Plenary Session
International engagement

52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders' Meeting