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Bunting – Strong, coarse cloth used to make flags. Can also refer to a string of small festive flags
Canton – The top left quarter of a flag, also known as the first quarter or upper hoist. It is the position of…
On 13 February 2008 the Australian Parliament made a formal apology to members of the Stolen Generations. To recognise the anniversary of the occasion and in national recognition of First Nations Australians, the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the…
Parents were enthusiastic about the extension of the current scheme to 26 weeks by 2026. Nevertheless, they felt that 26 weeks paid leave is not long enough for parents to care for young children in the way they preferred. Fathers want greater…
At the request of the Prime Minister, the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, flags across Australia are to be flown at half-mast to honour the victims of the tragic events at Bondi Junction, Sydney, on 13 April 2024. As a mark of mourning and…
Remembrance Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, commemorating the loss of Australian lives in all wars, conflicts and peace operations.On Remembrance Day, 11 November 2024, Australian Government departments and agencies are…
In accordance with flag protocol, on the occasion of His Majesty The King’s Official Birthday, the flying of the Australian National Flag is encouraged.Flag marshals in all Australian Government departments, authorities and related portfolio…
On 13 February 2008 the Australian Parliament made a formal apology to members of the Stolen Generations. To recognise the anniversary of the occasion and in national recognition of First Nations Australians, the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the…
Recommendation 16The committee recommends that the Australian Government urgently join Australia to the Demining Coalition for Ukraine.Government Response to Recommendation 16The Government notes this recommendation.The…
The care and support economy—the provision of paid care and support—is one of the fastest growing parts of the Australian economy. There is enormous projected demand for care and support services across aged care, disability support, veterans’ care…
Over the years, Australia has made great progress towards gender equality including through implementation of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984,[1] establishing the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), introducing paid parental leave, and…
Australia mourns the passing of the Honourable William (Bill) George Hayden AC, 21st Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia (1989-1996). He provided a lifetime of service to Australia as a Parliamentarian and as Governor-General. The…
Remembrance Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, commemorating the loss of Australian lives in all wars, conflicts and peace operations. On Remembrance Day, 11 November 2023, Australian Government departments and agencies…
The South Australian Department of the Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for Mr Steele Hall will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, 1 July 2024 at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide, South Australia.Hosted by the…
PM&C sits at the heart of government policy making. We work hard to anticipate, respond to, and implement the Australian Government’s complex agenda across the policy spectrum. Our primary role is to serve the Prime Minister, support the Cabinet…
Financial assistanceThe Australian Government may provide financial assistance to states and territories to support prevention and preparedness activities.The Australian Government may provide financial assistance to states and territories for…
The Australian Government is committed to addressing climate change, ensuring affordable and reliable energy for all Australians and driving economic growth while protecting and restoring our environment.
The Department of the Prime Minister and…
A State Funeral for Ms Fay Miller AM will be held at 10.30am on Friday 26 May 2023 atChrist Church Cathedral, Darwin, Northern Territory (NT).Ms Miller was the Member for Katherine in the NT Parliament from 2003 to 2008, and the Mayor of…
A State Memorial Service for Dr John Olsen AO OBE will be held at 10:30am on Monday 29 May 2023, at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney.In 1977, Dr Olsen was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire, and in 2001 he…
Where a significant government appointment is proposed, the responsible minister must write to the Prime Minister seeking approval of the appointment before any action is finalised. While significant appointments will require Cabinet approval, the…
The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for Ms Judith Durham AO will be held at 7:00pm on Tuesday 6 September 2022, at Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, Victoria.
Ms…
NAIDOC Week is held every year in early July. It is a time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements, and is an opportunity to recognise the contributions that First Nations Australians make to our country…
A State Memorial Service for the Honourable Dr Moses Henry (Moss) Cass will be held at 11:00 am on Monday 6 June 2022, at Footscray Community Arts, 45 Moreland Street, Footscray, Victoria.
Dr Cass was a highly respected contributor to politics and…
The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for the Honourable Tom Reynolds will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday 12 April 2022, at the Melbourne Cricket Club, Brunton Avenue, Richmond, Victoria.
Mr Reynolds…
The Northern Territory Government has requested half-masting of flags to mark the 80th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin on Saturday 19 February 2022.
On 19 February 1942, mainland Australia came under attack for the first time when Japanese…
United Nations Day is observed in Australia on 24 October each year to commemorate the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945. Through the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, the United Nations…