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The following list shows days of commemoration on which the flying of the Australian National Flag and, where appropriate, other flags, is particularly encouraged. Unless noted otherwise, these days are celebrated nationally.
1 January…
I am lodging this request, pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act 1982, in relation to the National Women's Alliances funded by the government.
We note it has been announced that the six successful specialist Women’s Alliances are:
Women’s…
While there remains considerable uncertainty around the outlook, the Australian economy is well placed to navigate the economic challenges ahead. Domestically, inflation has moderated substantially from its peak in 2022, the unemployment rate…
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…
The United Nations flag is not an Australian flag, but it is flown in Australia and elsewhere according to special rules set out in the United Nations Flag Code.
In accordance with a proclamation made by the Governor-General on…
Copyright StatementEvaluation of the National Women’s Alliances Model© Commonwealth of Australia 2023ISBN: 978-1-925365-31-3 (online) With the exception of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms this work is licensed under a Creative…
On 21 September 2023, the Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese MP announced an independent inquiry into Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The inquiry reviewed the Commonwealth Government’s response to the COVID-19…
The Australian Government is committed to achieving gender equality in Australia. Women’s leadership, representation and decision-making is one of the key priority areas of Working for Women: A Strategy for Gender Equality. Having…
OverviewViolence against women and children remains a national crisis in Australia. While there has been significant action and investment towards ending gender-based violence, including through the National Plan to End Violence…
Australian National Anthem protocolsThe Australian National Anthem is an important national symbol of Australia and should be treated with respect and dignity. All Australians are encouraged to sing the Australian National Anthem (…
Caption: Australian War Veteran Les Cook attended the commemorative service.
Today we call to mind all who stood with us.’
Prime Minister Scott Morrison paid tribute to Australians who served during the Second World War at a commemoration…
There are tensions in the purposes of paid parental leave schemes between facilitating health and wellbeing of mothers and babies, enhancing women’s workforce participation, and achieving greater gender equality by encouraging fathers to share in…
Do you know someone in Australia who is helping improve soil health and inspiring others? Nominations for the 2022 General Jeffery Soil Health Award are open.
Now in its second year, the award recognises the work of people who…
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s accession to the throne.To acknowledge this historic occasion on 6 February 1952, iconic Australian buildings were illuminated in royal purple on Sunday 6 February 2022. The…
Our Protocol and International Visits Branch provides high-level support for the Prime Minister’s overseas visits and Guest of Government visits to Australia, as well as virtual meetings and summits with Heads of State and Heads of…
In 2020 the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (the Department) transferred 2003 Cabinet records, including those prepared for the National Security Committee of Cabinet, to the National Archives of Australia (the Archives…
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…
The Australian National Flag takes precedence in Australia over all other flags when it is flown in company with other flags.
When flown in the community the order of precedence of flags is:
1: The Australian National Flag…
All correspondence between the Prime Minister's Office and persons representing the 'Australia Day Foundation' and /or the 'Australia Day Foundation UK Trust', created or received since 26 January 2020.
In accordance with flag protocol, on the occasion of Her Majesty The Queen’s Official Birthday, the flying of the Australian National Flag is encouraged.
Flag marshals in all Australian Government departments, authorities and related portfolio…
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…
COVID-19 Response Inquiry Summary: Lessons for the Next Crisis© Commonwealth of Australia 2024 ISBN: 978‑1‑925365‑58‑0 (online)Copyright NoticeThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence (CC…
Do you know a public servant who has given outstanding service for the public, their clients or their team? Nominate them for a Public Service Medal (PSM).The PSM recognises excellence across the public service and is awarded twice a year by the…
The Prime Minister has set out a clear agenda, outlining his expectations for the department – that we ensure the government’s priorities are delivered to the highest standards, and in the timeframes required, on behalf of the Australian people. It…