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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 23 August 2024, the Australian Government received the final report from the expert panel appointed to undertake a rapid review of evidence-based approaches to prevent gender-based violence. The report provides specific and practical advice to…
Working with Ministerial OfficesDepartmental Liaison Officers A Departmental Liaison Officer (DLO) is a public servant who is temporarily placed in a Minister's office to act as a conduit between their Department and the…
Following a media query on 18 December 2023, the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) identified that it had failed to transfer 78 Cabinet records from 2003 to the National Archives of Australia (NAA), in line with historical…
Cultural awareness refers to awareness of, and developing sensitivity to, cultural differences and cultural diversity. It involves knowledge, attitudes and values that demonstrate an openness and respect for other peoples and other…
This Framework establishes arrangements and capabilities to support crisis coordination during the phases of near-term preparedness, response, relief and early recovery.These arrangements and capabilities are the primary focus of…
The three organisations with primary responsibility for administering Australia’s system of honours are:Honours and Symbols Section, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinetthe Australian Honours and Awards Secretariat, Government…
Membership and terms of referenceThe structure and operation of the current Secretaries Board came into effect in September 2022.Its Terms of Reference is at Attachment 3.The membership of the current Board comprises:All departmental secretaries,…
Key Note: The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) will only action claims that relate to defective administration or inaction specifically caused by PM&C.CDDA claims that do not relate to PM&C must be sent to the…
Figure 5. Crisis coordination spans near-term preparedness, response, relief and early recoveryA critical purpose of the Framework is articulating Australian Government coordination requirements for the near-term preparedness, response, relief and…
Role of the minister's office1 Official gifts background1.1 Although Australia is not traditionally a gift giving country, other countries' customs, good manners and goodwill may necessitate the presentation of gifts.1.2 Whilst under the direction…
Recommendation 6Make confidential ethics and integrity advice available to APS staff, SES and agency heads.APS staff at all levels can benefit from confidential support to talk through an integrity issue causing them concern. SES must navigate…
Family Law Act amendmentsThe Family Law Act was amended in 2023, in response family law system reviews.45 Amendments remove the requirement to consider equal shared parental responsibility for children when parents separate. The provision has led to…
1970 Royal Visit programIn partnership with the National Library, the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet has shared digital copies of its collection of official Royal Visit programs.Read the 1970 program on Trove Timeline
The National Women's Health Strategy outlines a national approach to improving health outcomes for all women and girls. The Strategy identifies 5 priority areas: maternal, sexual and reproductive health; healthy ageing; chronic conditions and…
Denial of education on the basis of motherhoodAmong states and territories, there are no grounds for suspension and expulsion on the basis of motherhood. States and territories have policies and programs to support students who are pregnant or…
The Lodge and Kirribilli House are nationally significant heritage properties owned by the Commonwealth of Australia. Both residences are listed on the Commonwealth Heritage List (CHL):The Lodge, DEAKIN ACT 2600 - CHL Place ID…
States and territories administer their own criminal justice systems, correctional and prison services. Detail can be provided as part of the State Party Dialogue.Holistic early intervention, design prevention and diversion strategiesThe Government…
On 5 February 2024, the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet launched the Independent Review of Commonwealth funding for strategic policy work.The review will assess all Commonwealth funding to third party organisations that conduct national…
Developing an integrity strategy can start an important conversation about how to embed a pro-integrity culture within an organisation. It also helps meet compliance obligations. Ideally, integrity strategies bring together the different internal…
Care and support work has traditionally been undervalued. Submissions to the Employment White Paper from care and support sector services, worker representatives and community organisations emphasised that low social status, low pay, and persisting…
The Women's Economic Equality Taskforce (the taskforce) was established in September 2022. It delivered on an election commitment to prioritise advice to government on the many issues facing women in the Australian economy. The taskforce has now…
Awards in the Australian system of honours are announced at various times of the year. These are:
Meritorious awards, including the Order of Australia - announced in January and June.
Australian Bravery Decorations - announced in April and…
Working with Ministerial OfficesDepartmental Liaison OfficersA Departmental Liaison Officer (DLO) is a public servant who is temporarily placed in a Minister's office to act as a conduit between their Department and the Minister's…
It is important to note that issues raised as part of the Review involve two distinct matters. The first relates to transfer of documents by PM&C to the NAA under section 27 of the Archives Act. The second relates to the public…