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On 23 August 2023, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General, announced the Australian Bravery Decorations.The Australian Bravery Decorations recognise acts of bravery where people selflessly put themselves…
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…
Hours of workOrdinary hours91. Ordinary hours of work are 7 hours and 30 minutes per day (37.5 hours per week) for full time employees, or for employees with a part-time work agreement the hours set out in the agreement.92. Managers and employees…
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 and productive…
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…
This year marks the 22nd anniversary of Australian Citizenship Day. It is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate Australian citizenship. Further information is available on the Department of Home Affairs’ citizenship…
The National Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2022 (NACC Act) establishes the National Anti-Corruption Commission (the NACC). Further information is available on the NACC's website.At all stages of dealing with and handling a…
On 27 March 2024, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General, announced the Australian Bravery Decorations.The Australian Bravery Decorations recognise acts of bravery where people selflessly put themselves in…
Update (25 October 2023): On 17 October 2023, amendments to the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 commenced, implementing 11 of the Review’s 15 recommendations. The remaining 4 recommendations will be implemented by the…
Gender can be a significant determinant of different health experiences and outcomes; understanding these differences is essential to improving outcomes and quality of life for all people in Australia.At all stages of life, women are at greater risk…
Access to services is a critical prerequisite for quality care and support. Australia has well-developed care and support systems compared to many nations, however inequities in access exist. In rural and remote areas and for First Nations…
The Women and Women’s Safety Ministerial Council (Council) was convened virtually today, attended by:Senator the Hon Katy Gallagher (Commonwealth)The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP (Commonwealth)The Hon Justine Elliot MP (Commonwealth)The Hon Kate Thwaites…
Date: Thursday 25 June and Friday 5 July 2024Hosts: Ms Robyn Kruk AO, Panel Chair and Professor Catherine Bennett, Commonwealth Government COVID-19 Response InquiryParticipants: Theses roundtables…
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…
On 22 March 2023, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General, announced the Australian Bravery Decorations.A list of the recipients is available on the Governor‑General’s website, and recipients who have…
On 16 March 2022, the Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) awarded 38 Bravery Decorations in recognition of the courage, bravery and selflessness of 46 people.
A list of the recipients and their citation…
Publication abstract
12 months after the initial Smith Review into the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s Security Procedures, Practices and Cultures, the follow-up independent review (‘The Vardos Review’) to the implementation of the…
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 to honour the…
Cabinet government is founded on the principle of collective decision-making which is rooted in ancient tradition.Set in a mosaic within the Victorian Parliament, which housed the Commonwealth Parliament from Federation until 1927, is a verse from…
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…
Each objective contributes to the overall vision of a sustainable and productive care and support economy that delivers quality care and support with decent jobs.Goal 1: Quality care and supportPeople have access to the care and…
There are a range of areas that have attracted criticism and comment in the 10 years the current scheme has been in place. We list these to ensure they remain on the agenda for change. To further enhance gender equality, inclusivity and security,…
To bring together women's organisations and individuals from across Australia to share information, identify issues that affect them and identify solutions ands engage actively with the Australian Government on policy issues.
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…