Global conflict is causing an unprecedented shock to global oil and gas supply, pushing up fuel prices for Australian consumers and businesses. The global outlook remains unpredictable and volatile. While Australia is in a secure position currently, it’s the responsibility of all governments to plan for every scenario.
All governments are planning ahead so we are ready to act together to support Australians through the impact of the global energy shock.
Australia has reinforced its commitment to gender equality on the global stage at the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City from 9 to 19 March 2026.
CSW is the world’s leading forum for advancing gender equality, bringing together governments, experts and civil society to drive coordinated international action.
On 19 March 2026, the Hon Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, appointed Anthea Harris as Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator to lead the Fuel Supply Taskforce (the taskforce) that has been established in the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
Ms Harris is a distinguished former public servant, having served as the CEO of the Australian Energy Regulator and the former CEO of the Energy Security Board.
The taskforce will coordinate cross-government advice and reporting in relation to fuel security and supply chain resilience, ensuring the decisions of government are implemented quickly and smoothly. To do this, the taskforce will work closely with:
The taskforce will lead engagement, prepare and provide consistent, coordinated updates to governments on Australia’s fuel supply outlook and domestic distribution, and act as a convening point for fuel supply and forward planning.
An Expert Advisory Panel will inform the work of the taskforce and provide insights from industry and other sectors.
The government has launched Our Ways – Strong Ways – Our Voices: National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Plan to End Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence 2026–2036 (Our Ways – Strong Ways – Our Voices).
The United Nations 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) is taking place from 9 to 19 March 2026.
CSW is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality, the rights and the empowerment of women.
This year’s session brings together delegations from governments, civil society organisations, and gender equality advocates from across the world.
Australia’s delegation is comprised of senior gender equality office holders and civil society representatives:
The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) is pleased to share the PM&C Capability Review Action Plan.
The action plan outlines how we will strengthen our capability as we continue to support the Prime Minister, the Cabinet and portfolio ministers to improve the lives of all Australians.
PM&C is at the centre of the public service. This role is a privilege and we must continually learn, adapt and strengthen our capabilities so we can meet future challenges.
The Public Service Medal (PSM) recognises excellence across the APS. It is awarded twice a year by the Governor‑General as part of the Australia Day Honours List and The King’s Birthday Honours List.
All APS employees can be nominated, regardless of their level or location. The PSM recognises outstanding service in areas such as service delivery, innovation, leadership and improvements to productivity or processes.
Help recognise excellence across the APS.
On 15 January 2026, the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) Capability Review was tabled in the Australian Parliament and published on the Australian Public Service Commission’s (APSC) website.
International Women’s Day 2026 marks 2 years since the launch of Working for Women: A Strategy for Gender Equality (the Strategy). Covering the decade from 2024 to 2034, the Strategy outlines the priority areas where the Australian Government is focusing efforts to achieve its vision – an Australia where people are safe, treated with respect, have choices and have access to resources and equal outcomes no matter their gender.