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The Quad is a diplomatic partnership between Australia, India, Japan and the United States. Quad partners share a vision for an open, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific where we all can cooperate, trade and thrive.Australia is…
The Long-term Insights BriefingsThis is the first in an enduring series of public service-led Long-term Insights Briefings. The Long-term Insights Briefings are an initiative under Priority Two of the APS Reform…
Executive Level 2Pay pointOn commencement4%13 March 20253.8%12 March 20263.4%Zone of discretion*$168,610 to $178,558$175,017 to $185,343$180,968 to $191,645Maximum pay point$168,609$175,016$180,9673rd pay point$159,632$165,…
In the spirit of reconciliation PM&C acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connection to land, waters and the community. We pay our respects to their Cultures, Country and Elders both past and present…
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Problem-solving
Applies rich and credible policy, delivery or functional expertise and knowledge of government in all contexts
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The Secretaries Board met today at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to discuss the following matters.COVID-19 Response InquiryThe Board received an update from Ms Robyn Kruk AO, Panel Chair, on the progress of the Commonwealth…
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…
Public Interest Disclosure ProceduresDeclaration pursuant to s59 of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2013I, Melinda Bopping, Chief People Officer of the People Branch, Corporate and Technology…
LocationsMain office:Andrew Fisher Building, 1 National Circuit, Barton 2600 ACTSecondary office:10 National Circuit, Barton 2600 ACTGetting hereBy private vehicleLimited accessible parking is available at the 1…
New Australian honours are created by The King on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. Since 1975, new awards have progressively been added to the system.
Why honours are created
New honours are created for two reasons:
A need to…
Public Service (Secretary of the Department of the Treasury) - Reappointment 2024I, General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal…
The recent Data Governance event hosted by the Graduate Data Network provided a forum for APS graduates and data governance newcomers to learn how data is used to drive better policy outcomes across the Australian Public…
Information about the Australian National Flag is also available on this website.Australian Aboriginal Flag The Australian Aboriginal Flag was first raised on 9 July 1971 at Victoria Square in Adelaide. It was also used at the Aboriginal Tent…
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…
Marian Baird and Elizabeth HillPaid Parental Leave Phase 2 Research Prepared for the Women’s Economic Equality Taskforce28 April 2023Dr Marian Baird AO FASSA is Professor of Gender and Employment Relations, a Fellow…
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Applies rich and credible policy, delivery or functional expertise and knowledge of government in all contexts
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Wearing awardsRecipients of awards are granted insignia as a visual expression of the honour conferred on them.For Australian awards, the presentation box generally contains a range of pieces:the full-size medala miniature with ribbonfor some awards…
WebsitesAustralian Public Service Commission: Integrity in the APSAPS Academy: Integrity CraftCommonwealth Fraud Prevention Centre: Commonwealth…
Public Service (Secretary of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water) Appointment 2025I, the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia…
Current approach
Currently the Workplace Gender Equality Act covers around 40 per cent of employees in Australia. The Workplace Gender Equality Act requires ‘relevant employers’ to report to WGEA. ‘Relevant employer’ is defined in section 3 of…
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…
The recipients of the 2022 Australian of the Year Awards have now been announced.
As with every year, these Australians are role models and highly-respected individuals who provoke change on issues of national importance but who also inspire every…
The 2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit was held in Wilmington, Delaware on 21 September 2024, hosted by the United States. Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese MP attended with fellow Quad Leaders, President of the United States Joseph R. Biden Jr., Prime…
The flag
The South Australian state flag was proclaimed on 13 January 1904. The state badge on the flag shows a white-backed magpie, or Australian piping shrike, on the branch of a gum tree set against a golden background representing the rising…
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 against Women and…