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In 2025, 107 agencies and entities that engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999 participated in the APS Employee Census.

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Stay up to date on the latest developments and areas of focus from the APSC.

Just released

02 Dec 2025

Australian Government Appointments Framework

The Australian Government Appointment Framework sets out principles and guidance to strengthen and support the merit-based selection and appointment of individuals to public offices across the Commonwealth.

Just released

02 Dec 2025

Australian Public Service Reform: Annual progress report 2025

This Progress Report is the third annual update on progress towards the Government’s public sector reform agenda. APS Reform strengthens the public service, enabling it to adapt to changes in public needs and expectations of government.

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State of the Service Report 2024-25

The State of the Service for 2025 report is now available. The State of the Service Report is a collaboration between the Australian Public Service Commission and APS agencies. It shows how the APS supports the Australian Government, the Australian Parliament and the Australian people.

Acknowledgement of Country

The APSC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders both past and present.