Governance advice and resources

Governance is a key aspect of senior executive responsibilities. These publications provide guidance to senior executives and agency heads on the statutory roles and responsibilities of leaders in the APS.

Foundations of Governance in the APS
Foundations is designed to assist agency heads meet their obligations and responsibilities. It covers a wide range of agency head responsibilities including accountability requirements, the financial management framework, the employment and workplace relations frameworks and the management of government information.

Foundations of Governance - topic index
A-Z listing of topics within Foundations of Governance

Implementing Machinery of Government Changes: A good practice guide
This publication has been designed to provide practical guidance to help agencies implement machinery of government changes.