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Networks
The Commission supports a range of APS networks related to its functions.
Networks
For current information on regional networks go to our Regional page.
ACT/National
Workplace diversity network
The Workplace Diversity Network gives diversity advisers the chance to hear relevant speakers, to workshop challenging diversity issues and share experiences. A regular email newsletter provides information on research findings, resources and events of interest and enables members to seek help from each other. Network meetings are held quarterly in Canberra. Each year the APS Workplace Diversity Awards highlight successful programs agencies use to take advantage of the diversity of their workforce.
To join the network or to find out more of the network's activities, contact diversity@apsc.gov.au.
Indigenous APS employees network (IAPSEN)
There are 130 members of IAPSEN Canberra area. IAPSEN's Vision Statement is "To establish and maintain a culturally appropriate network that supports and advocates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff interests, values and perspectives in the APS."
There are 3 elected Office Holders, the Chair, the Councillor for Communication and the Councillor for Events.
Meetings are hosted by members at agency venues and guest speakers have included Dr Allan Hawke of the ATSIC Review, Jeanine Leane of the Ngunnawal Centre, University of Canberra, Bob Correll, Deputy Secretary, DEWR, ATSIC election contenders and details about the ATSIC election process.
If you want to know more about IAPSEN please contact the Commission on 02 6202 3593 or visit the IAPSEN website.
Leadership development network
The Leadership Development Network:
- provides an avenue for HR practitioners to share ideas about what is currently done in leadership development within respective Agencies and across the APS;
- provides the vehicle to share their own and best practice research with other APS agencies on matters pertaining to leadership development;
- provides information on APS Commission programmes for the professional development of Network members; and
- draws together an understanding of the diversity of leadership development approaches across the APS.
If you require additional information or have a general enquiry about the Leadership Development Network please contact us on 02 6202 3781.
New South Wales
People Management Network
In the past, the Australian Public Service Commission in NSW has run a number of networks targeted at various audiences. In 2005 these networks were combined into one known as the People Management Network.
There is no need to “join” the network. The Commission will use our extensive contacts list to promote upcoming events and provide information as to the topic and who would gain most advantage from attending. The network meetings will be of interest to HR practitioners, line managers and anyone with people management responsibilities. The price for each meeting varies based on the actual costs of running each meeting.
f you do not currently receive updates from the Commission and would like to be added to the Sydney contact list, please email your details to apsc.sydney@apsc.gov.au.
Indigenous (IAPSEN) network
This network is for Indigenous staff of the APS and meets quarterly. Its aims are to:
- Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander APS staff,
- Share information and experiences,
- Act as an information resource on issues affecting Indigenous people,
- Promote cultural awareness in the wider APS.
For further information contact the Commission on (02) 8239 5321 or visit the IAPSEN website
Queensland
ExecNet
Designed for and organised by senior staff in the Commonwealth public sector in Queensland. ExecNet is a forum for all Executive Level 1-2 officers and is aimed primarily at meeting their needs. Interested people from APS and SES ranks and state and local government agencies are very welcome also.
It was established in recognition of the need for senior officers in Brisbane for professional development that is appropriate to their needs, interests and circumstances and for the opportunity to network with peers outside their organisation to exchange ideas, discuss issues and make contacts.
Information on the regular events hosted by ExecNet are available from their website and from the Queensland office page. Contact details are available from the APS Commission on (07) 32364877 or email execnet@apsc.gov.au
NQNet
The North Qld Regional Directors' Network, which is located in Townsville and serves the North Queensland area, was established to:
Promote and facilitate the exchange of information and best practice strategies with a view to providing better public administration and develop and maintain a high quality, training program with the aim of minimising the cost of public administration and promoting best practice methods.
The APS Commission also supports NQNet by helping the network with the provision of information seminars and training activities. The co-ordinator of NQNet is Rhonda Elliott. For enquiries regarding NQNet, including training programs, Rhonda can be contacted on:
Tel: 07-47608616
Fax: 07-47608329
Mob: 0409 47629
E-mail: Rhonda.elliott@bigpond.com
Brisbane APS Indigenous Employment Network (BIAPSEN)
The steering committee of this indigenous network has a role in the identification and exploration of local issues relating to employment, development and retention strategies for indigenous staff in the APS. The committee comprises representatives from a range of APS agencies, and aims to improve indigenous employment outcomes in the APS in Queensland.
For further information contact (07) 3004 0777 or visit the IAPSEN website
HR Network
This network is a forum for HR Practitioners to meet and exchange information and hear speakers with expertise and innovative ideas. This network organises workshops to promote best practice on many contemporary issues such as organisational health, workforce planning, diversity management, recruitment, managing breaches of the code of conduct and other human resource workplace developments.
For further information contact (07) 32364877 or email registrationsQldapsc@apsc.gov.au
South Australia
Commonwealth Executive forum
This network is for Regional Directors and senior staff in the Commonwealth. Functions are hosted by a Commonwealth Agency and are held several times a year. For further information about the next meeting please contact:
Australian Public Service Commission-Adelaide
Phone: 08 8224 0955
Email: apsc.adelaide@apsc.gov.au
HR & learning and development network
The HR Network is being revived and now includes Learning and Development Professionals. Those working in the area of people management, learning and development and organisational change will find this network a valuable opportunity to:
- discover innovations and hear about the latest 'best practice' initiatives
- update on the latest resource materials
- benchmark their agency in the field of people management, and learning and development
- network with others
For further information about the next meeting, please contact:
Australian Public Service Commission-Adelaide
Phone: 08 8224 0955
Email: apsc.adelaide@apsc.gov.au
The HR & Learning and Development Network is in the process of change. In the near future the network will be enhanced with the inclusion of members of the HCO Hub - SA. It is planned that the network will refocus on a wider range of activities aimed at the discovery and promotion of better practices in APS Agencies. An enhanced description of the new network will be added when finalised.
HCO Hub
This network is for Harassment Contact Officers who want to be kept up to date with the latest development in the area of discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is also a network where HCOs can support one another and share resources.
In the near future this network will be incorporated into a broader network that incorporates the HR and L&D networks as well as the HCO Hub network. This should not diminish the work of the existing network but provide a greater opportunity to link a range of activities across HR and people related issues in the APS. Contact apsc.adelaide@apsc.gov.au for further information.
Tasmania
Netcom
Netcom is the network of Tasmanian regional heads and senior staff from Australian Government agencies. Netcom is a semi–formal network whose role is to help members share information, to encourage innovative practice and reform in public sector administration, and to facilitate whole–of–government relationships in Tasmania.
Netcom's approach is to facilitate Networking Forums to look at issues confronting the public service according to four main themes which are; APS profile, shared business, workforce and productivity.
Netcom is also interested in promoting 'Values' and 'Relationships'—to test both the decisions that we make and actions that we take to see the extent to which they support and maintain the Australian Public Service Values and Code of Conduct and the relationships we seek to foster, i.e. relations with the government and parliament, relations with the public, and inter–agency relations. Finally, we focus on the roles our people have in this and the responsibilities we have in helping them achieve those roles.
Contacts
Chair:
Lisa Wardlaw–Kelly,
Regional Director,
Australian Bureau of Statistics
(ph 03 6222 5802 or email lisa.wardlaw-kelly@abs.gov.au); or
Penny Bacon,
Executive Assistant,
Australian Bureau of Statistics
(penny.bacon@abs.gov.au); or
Deputy Chair:
John Borojevic,
Regional Manager,
Department of Transport and Regional Services
(ph 03 6220 5800 or email john.borojevic@dotars.gov.au).
Victoria
Executive Leadership Group - Victoria (ELG-Vic)
Previously known as the Commonwealth Executive Forum, the ELG-Vic is a Victorian network covering Regional Heads, Senior Executive Service staff and staff at Executive Levels or equivalents working for Commonwealth agencies. The Group's activities are directed by a Steering Committee, and secretariat services are provided by the APS Commission's Melbourne office.
The ELG-Vic's main activities are:
- An Annual Conference for senior managers in APS agencies;
- Annual Innovations Awards to recognise and encourage Victorian initiated creativity and innovation in APS agencies;
- Two-monthly 'Meet and Greet' information and networking functions for senior APS managers; and
- Provision of strategic direction and advice to the Commission's Public Sector Development unit on learning and development programs.
For further information, contact Alison Byrne (Phone: (03) 8610 1550/Email: alison.byrne@apsc.gov.au), or Garry Smith (Phone (03) 9653 5220/Email garry.smith@apsc.gov.au)
Victorian Human Resource Network (HR Network)
The HR Network is a forum for HR Managers and practitioners to meet and exchange information. Meetings are held every two months, with the format generally a short presentation on a topic of interest, followed by discussion on HR issues. This is also an opportunity for networking.
Meetings are generally of two hours duration.
For further information, contact Glen Milner (Phone: (03) 9653 5205/Email: glen.milner@apsc.gov.au)
Indigenous development steering committee
This committee has a lead role in the identification and exploration of issues relating to the employment of indigenous staff in the APS in Victoria. The committee comprises representatives from a range of APS agencies and is facilitated and supported by the APS Commission.
For further information contact Alison Byrne (Phone: (03) 9653 5251/Email: alison.byrne@apsc.gov.au)
Western Australia
Human Resource Network
The Human Resource Network was recently established for all APS Human Resource Managers and Practitioners in WA. It is coordinated and supported by the APS Commission. The purpose of the Network is to:
- Share human resource knowledge, ideas and experiences, including best practice initiatives;
- Exposure to contemporary and innovative human resource developments; and
- Develop collegiality, informal networks and peers.
Executive Committee
- James Kent Department of Immigration and Citizenship
- Maryam Omari School of Management, Faculty of Business and Law, Edith Cowan University
- Brenda Waugh, Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
- Bernard Spanier Department of Immigration and Citizenship
Full details of the Human Resource Network can be found here
For further information contact Janet Zupins by email to: janet.zupins@apsc.gov.au
Regional Directors Network (WA) Executive Committee
This Committee comprises Regional Directors in WA and aims to promote and support:
- Leadership development;
- Peer support;
- Exposure to innovative and fresh thinking;
- Bridging the isolation and equity gaps of Regional Directors in WA;
- Collegiality and informal opportunities to socialise; and
- A forum for the sharing of knowledge, experience and ideas.
Administrative support and the coordination of activities for the Committee is undertaken by the APS Commission. For further information contact Janet Zupins by email to: janet.zupins@apsc.gov.au.
