Australian Bravery Decorations - Bondi Junction 2024 - Honours List
The Governor-General announced a special Australian Bravery Decorations Honours List to recognise the courageous actions of eight remarkable individuals during the tragedy that occurred at Bondi Junction in 2024.
National Fuel Security Plan
The National Fuel Security Plan sets out a staged response to fuel supply challenges to keep Australia moving.
The plan is guided by 4 response levels:
- Plan and prepare
- Keeping Australia moving
- Taking targeted action
- Protecting critical services for all Australians
Australia is currently operating at Level 2: “Keep Australia moving.” This means fuel supplies are continuing, but there are pressures on the system.
Paid Parental Leave decisions
In 2023 the Australian Government reformed the Paid Parental Leave (PPL) scheme to make it more flexible and gender neutral. A key objective of the reforms was to encourage both parents to share caring arrangements. In this project, we explored how forms and websites support parents’ intentions to share their parental leave entitlements.
Visit to Australia by the President of the European Commission
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen visited Australia this week, meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to strengthen ties between Australia and the European Union.
The EU is a key partner for Australia in a changing global environment. During the visit, we:
Moving from nudges to evidence-based system change
Policymakers across Australia and beyond are turning to behavioural insights and rigorous evaluation to design effective public policy. But how are these tools evolving to meet the next generation of challenges?
On the 18 February 2026, BETA and the Australian Centre for Evaluation (ACE) welcomed Professor David Halpern, CBE, President Emeritus of the Behavioural Insights Team and one of the world’s leading voices in evidence-based government to discuss.
Kickstart your career at the centre of government
Applications for the 2027 PM&C Graduate Program are now open.
PM&C graduates have the unique opportunity to contribute to diverse, high-impact policy issues spanning across the Australian Public Service.
Across the 12 month program, you will apply your skills to real-world challenges and contribute to projects that shape Australia’s future. You’ll gain diverse experiences as you complete rotations across the department. You’ll also build valuable connections with opportunities to network and be mentored by experts across government.
Secretaries Board communique: 18 March 2026
Strategic Outlook
The Board discussed government priorities, strategic issues and emerging risks.
The Board received an update on geostrategic issues from Mr Craig Maclachlan, Deputy Secretary, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Mr Greg Moriarty AO, Secretary, Department of Defence.
The Board received an economic and budget update from Ms Jenny Wilkinson PSM, Secretary, Department of the Treasury, and Mr Matt Yannopoulos PSM, Secretary, Department of Finance.
Visit to Australia by Their Majesties The King and Queen of Denmark
Their Majesties The King and Queen of Denmark have concluded the official program of their Australian visit, a journey that has taken them across some of our country’s most iconic and meaningful places. Beginning in the Northern Territory, their time at Uluru offered a powerful connection to Country—meeting with Anangu Traditional Owners, experiencing cultural performances, and witnessing both sunrise and sunset over the landscape.