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Administrative Arrangements Order (AAOs) formally allocate executive responsibility among ministers. They set out which matters and legislation are administered by which department or portfolio.Summary of ChangesOn 23 June 2022, the Governor-General…
Long-term Insights Briefings support the Australian Public Service (APS) to develop policies to fit the needs of the Australian community now and in the future by:exploring important and complex policy issuestaking in a wide range of…
Inclusion - is getting the right mix of diverse people in an organisation to work together to improve performance and wellbeing. It is achieved when a diversity of people feel they are respected, connected, contributing and…
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The Union Jack was first raised in Australia on 29 April 1770 by Captain Cook at Stingray Harbour (later renamed Botany Bay).
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Governor Phillip hoisted this flag again on 26 January 1788 at Sydney Cove, marking the first European…
Let me acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong/Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation as traditional custodians of these unceded lands and recognise other Aboriginal people with connection to Narrm and the region. We are privileged to…
A State Funeral for the Honourable Simon Crean will take place at 11.00 am on Thursday 20 July 2023 at St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria.In 1990, Mr Crean was elected the Member for Hotham in Victoria. He was later appointed…
The committee recommends the Australian Government publicly attribute the role that the People’s Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) are playing in supporting Russia in its…
Proclamation of King Charles the ThirdOn 9 September 2022 (GMT +01:00) the Accession Council convened at St. James’s Palace, and gave orders proclaiming the new Sovereign of the United Kingdom. The instrument proclaims Prince…
A rapid growth sector, historically undervaluedThe care and support economy is a significant contributor to employment, economic growth and societal well-being in Australia. Yet, care and support work has not traditionally been considered by…
Executive SummaryThe Legislation Handbook (the handbook) provides comprehensive guidance on the requirements of the legislation process—from policy approval and drafting through to passage in the Parliament.This is the first revision of the handbook…
Policy goal: secure, safe jobs with decent wages, conditions and opportunities for career developmentThe Australian Government is committed to boosting job security and wages and to creating safe, fair and productive workplaces. Our policy vision is…
The CabinetThe Cabinet is the council of senior ministers who are empowered by the Australian Government (‘the Government’) to take binding decisions on its behalf.As a forum, the Cabinet seeks through discussion and consultation to…
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, acting with the advice of the…
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, acting with the advice of the…
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, acting with the advice of the…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Appointment of the Secretary of the Department of Veterans' AffairsI, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the…
Public Service (Secretary of the Department of Social Services) Appointment 2024I, the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council and under…
Public Service (Secretary of the Department of the Treasury) - Appointment 2025I, the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council and…
The first Long-term Insights Briefing explores how the APS could integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into public service delivery in the future, and how this might affect the trustworthiness of public service delivery. This background paper…
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The Secretaries Board met today at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to discuss the following matters.Strategic OutlookThe Board discussed government priorities, emerging risks and strategic issues.The Board received an update on…
The purpose of the Commonwealth Government COVID-19 Response Inquiry (the Inquiry) is to identify lessons learned to improve Australia’s preparedness for future pandemics.ScopeThe Inquiry will review the Commonwealth Government’s response to the…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Public Service (Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry) Appointment 2023I, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Public Service (Secretary of the Department of Health and Aged Care) Appointment 2023I, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting…
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIAPublic Service Act 1999Public Service (Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs) Appointment 2023I, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with…