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Circulars, Guidance, and Advice

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Circular 2025/07: Merit list sharing in the APS

The purpose of this Circular is to advise agencies that there is a change in requirements regarding the sharing of merit lists for similar vacancies as defined in section 9 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Directions 2022 (Directions).

Circular released

Circular 2025/06: The Commissioner’s role in SES Recruitment

The purpose of this Circular is to advise agencies that a review of the Commissioner’s role in Senior Executive Service (SES) recruitment has recently been conducted to ensure the requirements are fit for purpose and supports integrity in recruitment.

Guidance on Review of Promotion Decision in the APS

The Public Service Amendment (2024 Measures No.2) Regulations 2024 amends the Australian Public Service Regulations 2023 (the Regulations) in relation to the review of promotion decisions within the Australian Public Service.
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Guidance on the Right to Disconnect in the Public Sector

The Guidance on the Right to Disconnect in the Public Sector provides agencies and managers with advice and guiding principles on the implementation of the new ‘right to disconnect’ provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009, which will commence on 26 August 2024.

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.