Honours and symbols

Australia has a system of honours and awards to recognise excellence, achievement and meritorious service or contributions to our society. The Australian honours system awards those citizens who have contributed to a better society because of their sacrifice, service and achievement. Recipients of awards are role models of our values and standards.

Procedures for determining breaches of the APS Code of Conduct and the imposition of sanctions

1. PM&C commitment

The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (Department) is committed to enabling a safe and respectful working environment, characterised by a workforce that upholds the highest standards of ethical and accountable conduct. Where allegations of wrongdoing are considered under these Procedures for determining breaches of the APS Code of Conduct and the imposition of sanctions (procedures), the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness are fundamental to the process.