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In May 2018, the Government commissioned an Independent Review of the Australian Public Service (APS). The Review's Final Report was delivered in 2019 by David Thodey AO, Chair of the independent panel.Information on the independent…
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. In developing the briefing…
Qualities
Behaviours
Characteristics
Problem-solving
Applies rich and credible policy, delivery or functional expertise and knowledge of government in all contexts
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Qualities
Behaviours
Characteristics
Problem-solving
Applies rich and credible policy, delivery or functional expertise and knowledge of government in all contexts
Applies…
3.1.1 During the caretaker period, governments avoid making major policy decisions that are likely to commit an incoming government. Whether a particular policy decision qualifies as ‘major’ is a matter for judgement. Relevant considerations include…
Every pandemic will be different depending on the nature and spread of the infectious agent, the disease it causes, the availability of treatments and vaccines, and the nature, strength and agility of existing systems. However, what we do know is…
Less controversial submissions can be settled by circulation to Cabinet ministers.The circulation period is ten days after lodgement—hence the process is termed the ‘ten day rule’.Under this arrangement, PM&C is responsible for…
4.1 Governments defer making significant appointments during the caretaker period. When determining if an appointment qualifies as ‘significant’, agencies should consider the importance of the position and whether the proposed appointment is likely…
Civil Society Dialogue and Report Cards for the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.
On 30 September 2022, National Cabinet established the Women and Women’s Safety Ministerial Council (the Council) as part of a renewed federal relations architecture.The Council, co-chaired by Minister for Women, Senator the Hon Katy Gallagher and…
Appendix 1. Bonuses to incentivise fathers to use parental leaveSource: Individual Country Reports in Koslowski, A., Blum, S., Dobrotić, I., Kaufman, G. & Moss, P. (2022). International Review of Leave Policies and Research 2022.Nation…
A State Memorial Service for the Honourable Dr Moses Henry (Moss) Cass will be held at 11:00 am on Monday 6 June 2022, at Footscray Community Arts, 45 Moreland Street, Footscray, Victoria.
Dr Cass was a highly respected contributor to politics and…
The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Funeral Service for the Honourable Ronald William Walsh will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday 14 April 2022, at the Port Melbourne Football Club, Ingles Street, Port Melbourne,…
A State Funeral for the Honourable John Kerin AO will be held at 2.00pm on Friday 14 April 2023 in the Members’ Dining Room, Old Parliament House, Queen Victoria Terrace, Parkes, ACT.Mr Kerin was the Minister for Primary Industry from 1983…
The Australian Government Crisis Management Framework (the Framework) is the Australian Government’s capstone policy framing Australia’s national crisis management arrangements.The Framework takes an all-hazards approach to crisis management,…
Our public consultations are open to everyone, and we want to hear from you. Have your say about changes to policies, legislation, and more.Past consultationsDraft of Australia’s ninth periodic CEDAW reportLong-term Insights…
CultureRecommendation 1Appoint the right leaders. Recruit people whose behaviour is consistent with the APS Values.Recommendation 2Incentivise good leadership. Appraise performance of Secretaries and SES based on delivery of results and leadership…
AppendixesA - Tabling MinuteReferenceTitleDate of IssueA1Government document - DOCX (27 KB)July 2024A2Government response to a Parliamentary Committee report - DOCX (32 KB)July…
Objectives
Refugees and humanitarian entrants have always played an important role in enriching the Australian community and building our strong economy. The review will provide advice to the Government on how to better support refugees and…
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…
Parents see a benefit in being able to take concurrent leave (leave at the same time) after the initial 4 weeks of a baby’s birth – particularly when they have a second child – and liked the idea of choosing when they took concurrent leave, beyond…
The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for the Honourable Tom Reynolds will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday 12 April 2022, at the Melbourne Cricket Club, Brunton Avenue, Richmond, Victoria.
Mr Reynolds…
Additional obligations of the Principal OfficerThe principal officer must:ensure that the number of authorised officers in the Department is sufficient to ensure that they are readily accessible by public officials who belong to the Department and…
The flag
The Norfolk Island flag was proclaimed on 11 January 1980.
A green Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) stands between 2 vertical green bands on the flag of Norfolk Island. Norfolk Island’s towering pines were one of…
The evaluation involved a desktop review and interviews with selected stakeholders of the NWA program. Documents for the desktop review were provided by OfW and included grant administration documents, funding agreements, activity work plans,…