Secretaries Board communique: 15 July 2026

The Secretaries Board met today at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to discuss the following matters.

Strategic outlook

The Board discussed government priorities, strategic issues and emerging risks.

Parliamentary Budget Officer update

The Board received an update from Ms Sam Reinhardt, Parliamentary Budget Officer, on the work of the Parliamentary Budget Office.

Other business

The Board congratulated Ms Katherine Jones PSM on being re-appointed as Secretary of the Attorney-General’s Department.

Next meetings

The next Secretaries Board meeting is scheduled for 19 August 2026.