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The Governor-General appoints the secretary of a department on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. Appointments are made by written instrument.The secretary of a department is a full-time public servant. Their roles and responsibilities are…
Congratulations to the recipients in the Australia Day 2025 Honours List, who were announced today by the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC.The achievements of 732 Australians – across community service, science and…
PM&C publishes information released under section 11A of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act). Information on how to make a FOI request is available.The disclosure log requirement does not apply to:personal information about…
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 signed 2 Royal Warrants granting the…
Signed copies of these instruments are available in the attached PDF.Burke, Anthony StephenAPPOINTMENT OF MINISTER OF STATEI, DAVID JOHN HURLEY, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, pursuant to sections 64 and 65 of the Constitution,…
I certify that the Net Zero Economic Transformation campaign complies with the Australian Government Guidelines on Information and Advertising Campaigns by non-corporate Commonwealth entities (Guidelines).This certification takes into consideration…
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I request the instrument, or otherwise information, that defines the meaning of the word 'Australia' within the term 'The Parliament of Australia', that appeared in 1973, in contradistinction to the term 'The…
1. PM&C commitmentThe 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…
Signed copies of these instruments are available in the attached PDF.Burke, Anthony StephenAPPOINTMENT OF MINISTER OF STATEI, SAM MOSTYN AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, pursuant to sections 64 and 65 of the…
On 6-7 September, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the 3rd Annual ASEAN-Australia Summit and the 18th East Asia Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia. Deepening our relationship with Southeast Asia is a priority for Australia. Australia’s close…
The King’s Royal title in Australia is King Charles the Third, by the Grace of God King of Australia and his other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth.One Australian prime minister has served during The King’s reign: the 31st …
Last week Prime Minister Anthony Albanese travelled to India at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.At the Australia-India Annual Leaders’ Summit at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, the leaders discussed trade and investment,…
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 swan has been…
Key informationMinistry listsMinisterial offices, departments of state and guide to responsibilitiesInstruments of ministerial appointment and revocationActing ministerial arrangementsAdministrative Arrangements OrdersCode of Conduct for…
This report is dedicated to the survivors of domestic, sexual, and family violence. Your strength, resilience, and bravery stand as a constant reminder of why this work is necessary. You have shown us what it means to continue living in the face of…
1.1 The Guidance on Caretaker Conventions is intended to explain the longstanding conventions and practices of the caretaker period and to provide advice for the appropriate handling of business by Australian Government agencies during this period.1…
I request the information, documents and instruments held by the department that detail and establish in law or convention, any of the following:
The name of the Crown(s) that the Sovereign of Australia possesses.
The creation date of the Crown(…
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…
Conducting a risk assessmentIn conducting risk assessments in relation to the risk that reprisals will be taken against a discloser, the following matrix should be used: Likely seriousness of reprisal …
For tips on your application, visit Your application.Always familiarise yourself with the requirements of the specific position you are applying for. The information below is of a general nature only.Current opportunitiesYou can find PM&C…
AbstractThe Australian Government decided in June 2003 that common branding would apply to all Australian Government departments and agencies (this covers PGPA Act entities and companies) and this branding policy continues to apply under the current…
Foreign awards
The Guidelines concerning the acceptance and wearing of foreign honours and awards by Australians - PDF 359 KB on the Governor-General's website, outline the rules and process around whether foreign awards are…
The Sex Discrimination Act provides that a person does not discriminate against another person if a measure is intended to achieve substantive equality. The Act authorises affirmative action – allowing a person to take special measures to achieve…
Their Majesties will visit Australia from 18 to 23 October 2024. This will be The King’s first visit to Australia as Sovereign, and the first visit to Australia by a reigning monarch since 2011.The King and Queen will travel to the…