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The Secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) has referred this matter to the Australian Federal Police (AFP) for investigation into how these documents left the Commonwealth's possession. The Secretary has confirmed…
Membership and terms of referenceThe structure and operation of the current Secretaries Board came into effect in September 2022.Its Terms of Reference is at Attachment 3.The membership of the current Board comprises:All departmental secretaries,…
Key conclusionsThe NWA model is suitable as a vehicle for delivering women’s voices to government and appears to be achieving the intended NWA outcomes.The NWA model is suitable for supporting the achievement of the WLDP objectives, but additional…
The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) recognises the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and service delivery. In adopting AI technologies, PM&C is committed to…
Gender Balance on Australian Government Boards Report — guidelinesThe Australian Government has committed to a gender diversity target of women holding 50 per cent of Government board positions overall, and women and men each…
The Department of the Prime Minister & Cabinet’s Annual Report 2023–24 is now available.Our purpose is to support the Prime Minister, the Cabinet, and our portfolio ministers to improve the lives of all Australians, including…
An ensign is another term for a flag. Originally, an ensign was a flag flown at the stern of a ship to denote nationality. The term ensign is now associated with flags flown by government services on land as well.
The ensigns of the Australian…
Key legislation
Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012
Workplace Gender Equality (Matters in relation to Gender Equality Indicators) Instrument 2013 (No. 1)
Workplace Gender Equality (Minimum Standards) Instrument 2014
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ABS (…
The Secretaries Board met today at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to discuss the following matters.Closing the GapThe Board held a strategic discussion with Ms Catherine Liddle, acting convenor of the Coalition of Aboriginal…
IntroductionThank you, Professor Medcalf for your invitation and for the close association between yourself, the College and the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.Let me acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of these…
ContextVarious Commonwealth agencies within Australia’s national security community fund activities through third-party organisations to inform public debate, provide expert input to policy processes, and/or strengthen partnerships…
Making our mark
Most governments, as well as companies, use seals to establish their most important documents and agreements as genuine.
The authenticity of some agreements made by the Commonwealth Government is shown when the…
The shift to customer-centred funding models has sometimes resulted in new pressures on the care and support workforce. For example, many people receiving care and support may want care and support in the mornings and evenings, which can lead to…
The 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City from 10 to 21 March 2025.Over the two weeks, the importance of global cooperation and continuing efforts in support of…
Key dates in the application and assessment processMarch to April: Applications open in early March, with 4 weeks to complete an online application form and provide your resume, academic transcript and short blurb on why you…
The committee recommends that the Australian Government prioritise using Australian non‐government organisations and businesses to deliver Australian Government‐funded aid, medical aid and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine wherever possible.…
To find out more information about recipients of Australian honours, search the Australian honours database. There are options to perform a simple search based on name, announcement, medal/award type, or an advanced search which searches all the…
This report focuses on parents’ experiences using Australia’s paid parental leave (PPL) scheme and their aspirations for the future of the national scheme, with an emphasis on the role of fathers. It provides research evidence to…
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Applies rich and credible policy, delivery or functional expertise and knowledge of government in all contexts…
Since 30 June 2019, the Administrative Arrangements Order has changed on four occasions:
8 August 2019
Matters related to vocational education and training in schools, and youth affairs and programs (including youth transitions), were…
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…
There is a variety of data available which can tell different ‘stories’ about integrity within an agency. Whilst measuring integrity performance is not mandatory, it is good practice for agencies to use integrity indicators to…
Dr Marian Baird AO FASSA is Professor of Gender and Employment Relations, a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia and a Presiding Pro-Chancellor of the University of Sydney. Marian is Director of the Women, Work and…
The Australian Government must invest in programs to address community attitudes and bias that prevent women’s full economic participation across a lifetime.Immediate actions7.1. Implement and resource…