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Keeping Australians safe and our economy prosperous are key priorities for the government. As the Prime Minister has said, peace, prosperity and stability can never be taken for granted. Australia is therefore investing in strong…
The Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC CVO DSC (Retd), today announced the appointment of Mr Gerard Martin PSM as Official Secretary to the Governor‑General.Mr Martin will act in the role of Official Secretary…
The flagThe flag of the state of Western Australia is the British blue ensign, consisting of a blue flag with the Union Jack occupying the upper quarter next to the staff, and the state badge situated centrally in the fly.The black…
Expenses incurred by the Australian Government as a result of the visit in April 2017 by the Honorable Michael R Pence, Vice President of the United States of America.
On 21 October 2024, His Majesty King Charles III was joined by the Governor‑General of Australia and the Prime Minister to authorise the use of the new Great Seal of Australia.The King…
A State Memorial Service for Dr John Olsen AO OBE will take place at 10:30am on Monday, 29 May 2023, at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney.The service, delivered by the Australian and NSW Governments, provides an opportunity…
On 4-6 March 2024, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted leaders of the Lao PDR, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Timor-Leste in Melbourne at the 2024 ASEAN-Australia…
The flag
The Australian Capital Territory flag was adopted by the Territory’s Legislative Assembly on 25 March 1993, after a public selection process.
The Australian Capital Territory flag is blue and gold,…
From 9 to 11 October, Prime Minister Albanese visited Vientiane, Laos for the 4th Annual ASEAN-Australia Summit and 19th East Asia Summit.Prime Minister Albanese co-chaired with Laos’ Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone the 4th Annual…
The Parliamentary and Government Branch would like to express its thanks to the people and organisations that contributed their knowledge and expertise to each edition of Australian Symbols.
National…
*Content warning. Information on this page may be triggering to some readers. If you need support, please call 1800 Respect National Helpline: 1800 737 732 or Lifeline (24 hours): 131 114Gender-based violence is a critical national…
If the flagpole is fitted with a gaff, the Australian National Flag should be flown from the peak of the gaff, which is the position of honour, even though the Australian National Flag is then lower than the flag…
The National Colonial flag
Captain John Bingle and Captain John Nicholson are credited with the first recorded attempt to design a ‘national’ flag for Australia. Their flag featured four stars of the Southern Cross on a red cross…
Investigations, prosecutions, convictions and sentences imposed on traffickersAustralia's laws criminalising human trafficking and other forms of modern slavery are contained within Divisions 270 and 271 of the Criminal Code.The AFP…
At PM&C, we work on the implementation and ongoing delivery of key government programmes, policies and initiatives. Our role is critical to government – we provide advice and guidance about the operations of Cabinet and the Federal Executive.We…
Reservation to CEDAW Article 11(2)Australia is reviewing its reservation to CEDAW Article 11(2), noting the existence of and recent reforms to Australia's legislated PPL scheme.Australia's national…
The Parliamentary and Government Branch is part of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet and is responsible for providing advice on flag protocol.
Further information about the Branch’s activities is available on our website …
These learning resources are user friendly and are suitable for children of all ages, specifically those in school years 3 to 8, containing a variety of interactive activities, lessons and games.
The Symbols of Australia…
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 Great Seal of…
The flag
The Northern Territory flag was flown for the first time at a ceremony in Darwin on 1 July 1978 marking the grant of self‑government.
It includes the 3 official Northern Territory colours, black, white and red ochre, and a…
Our mission at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) is to deliver for all Australians. Every day we work in service for the Australian people through our advice and support to the Australian…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Appointment of the Secretary of the Attorney-General's DepartmentI, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Appointment of the Secretary of the Department of FinanceI, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia,…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Appointment of the Secretary of the Department of HealthI, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia,…