State of the Service Roadshow: 2026
State of the Service Roadshow
The State of the Service Roadshow is an annual APS event series that:
- Explores findings from the annual State of the Service Report and APS Employee Census.
- Showcases how the APS is working across Australia.
- Provides an opportunity for APS staff to engage directly with senior leaders.
2026 State of the Service Roadshow
This year’s State of the Service Roadshow includes a virtual event for all APS staff around Australia and in-person events for APS staff in Adelaide and Brisbane.
Hear from Assistant Minister for the Public Service, the Hon Patrick Gorman MP, APS Commissioner, Dr Gordon de Brouwer, other senior leaders and APS colleagues, who will explore the latest State of the Service Report, share their experiences and answer your questions.
Attendees have an opportunity to ask questions in the audience Q&A sessions.
Connect with peers, exchange ideas and enjoy a catered experience while shaping the future of the APS.
A recording of the virtual event will be published below, post-event.
Adelaide event
Theme: Delivering in a changing world.
Date & time: Monday, 16 February 2026 between 10:00 am–12:00 pm ACDT
Venue: E Rooms, Adelaide Convention Centre
Delivery: In-person only.
Overview: All APS staff based in South Australia are invited to attend.
Brisbane event
Theme: Inspiring excellence in the APS.
Date & time: Tuesday, 17 February 2026 between 10:00 am–12:00 pm AEST
Venue: P9-11 Rooms, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Delivery: In-person only.
Overview: All APS staff based in Queensland are invited to attend.
Virtual APS-wide event
Theme: An innovative, professional and inclusive APS.
Date & time: Thursday, 19 February 2026 between 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm AEDT
Delivery: Livestreamed
Overview: All APS staff are invited to join online.