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Any person may fly the Australian National Flag. However, the flag should be treated with the respect and dignity it deserves as the nation’s most important national symbol.
Flag protocol is based on longstanding international and national…
Flying and use of the Australian National Flag
The Australian National Flag may be flown on every day of the year. It is important to observe correct flag protocol when flying the flag. The following guidelines apply to the Australian National…
Catherine DicksDirector Inclusion and Diversity, People BranchCatherine.Dicks@pmc.gov.au 02 6271 5219Julie CraneIndigenous Staff Liaison Officer, Inclusion and DiversityJulie.Crane@pmc.gov.au 02 6228 6965
One of the key questions asked in meetings and briefings on the National Strategy, was how the National Strategy fits with other inquiries and reforms to the care and support sectors, and how the National Strategy would be implemented.In response to…
This section sets out the nature of PM&C’s operating environment over the 4-year period of this corporate plan. It outlines how factors and changes in the environment may affect and influence the focus of the department’s work and key priorities…
This Innovate RAP commits PM&C to an inclusive workplace and celebrating the rich, diverse and resilient cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Our previous RAPs laid the early foundations for our journey towards…
The committee recommends that the Australian Government support the lifting of restrictions on the ability of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to strike military targets in Russia as part of the defence of Ukraine from the Russian invasion.Government…
DescriptionPlans and arrangementsResponsible agencyCatastrophic crisesAustralian Government Catastrophic Crisis Plan (AUSCATPLAN)National Emergency Management AgencyReception and coordination of international assistance…
The Governor-General makes decisions regarding the Ministry and the Federal Executive Council under sections 62, 64 and 65 of the Australian Constitution on the advice of the Prime Minister. These decisions are executed by instruments signed by…
The flag should not be allowed to fall or lie on the ground.
The flag should not be used to cover a statue, monument or plaque for an unveiling ceremony; to cover a table or seat; or to mask boxes, barriers or the space between the floor and…
The Prime Minister has set out a clear agenda, outlining his expectations for the department – that we ensure the government’s priorities are delivered to the highest standards, and in the timeframes required, on behalf of the Australian people. It…
The committee recommends the Australian Government commits to replenish, via new orders from manufacturers or through enhanced acquisition plans, all new Australian Defence Force commitments to Ukraine with the exception of assets being retired…
Focus groups
Australian Customs and Border Protection Service
Australian Defence Force
Australian Federal Police
Australian Secret Intelligence Service
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation
Defence Imagery and Geospatial Organisation…
When a flag becomes dilapidated and no longer suitable for use, it should be destroyed privately and in a dignified way. For example, it may be cut into small unrecognisable pieces, placed in an appropriate sealed bag or closed container then…
During the course of the Review, PM&C officials confirmed that the Cabinet records created for 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 had not yet been transferred to the NAA. With respect to the 2004 records, the Review was advised on 25 January 2024 that…
Secure handling of Cabinet documentsCabinet documents, including pre‐exposure drafts, exposure drafts, drafts for coordination comments, final submissions, and drafting comments (including coordination comments), must only be circulated via the…
The Australian Government has directed that the Australian National Flag be flown on its buildings during normal working hours on normal working days. This will vary on days of mourning, when the flag is flown at half-mast, and on days of national…
The Parliamentary and Government Branch is responsible for the administration of the Commonwealth Flag Network.
This free service notifies flag marshals of flag protocol when flying the Australian National Flag on special occasions such as Anzac…
On 1 January 1901, the six colonies united to form the Commonwealth of Australia. In search of a flag for the new nation, the Commonwealth Government announced a worldwide competition.
Entrants were invited to submit colour sketches for a design…
For each portfolio, the Ministry list identifies:Cabinet ministersother ministersparliamentary secretaries (referred to as ‘assistant ministers’).The Ministry list also identifies representation in the other chamber, once settled.The Ministry list…
Australia is not traditionally a gift giving country. However, good manners, goodwill and the respect for other countries’ customs may necessitate the presentation and receipt of gifts.
The Parliamentary and Government Branch would like to express its thanks to the people and organisations that contributed their knowledge and expertise to each edition of Australian Symbols.
National Archives of Australia
Australian…
Further information on the Aged Care Taskforce including Terms of Reference and meeting communiques can be found on the Department of Health and Aged Care website at Aged Care Taskforce.
The APS Commissioner’s Directions 2022 introduced mandatory integrity training for APS employees within 6 months of being employed. Good practice suggests that integrity training should be ongoing and tailored to specific roles.The APS Academy…
The Administrative Arrangements Order (AAO) stems directly from the Constitution. Section 61 of the Constitution places the executive power of the Commonwealth in The King, and provides that it is exercisable by the Governor General. Section 62…