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The Australian Public Service Commission issues publications, advices and circulars, reports, speeches and media statements to agencies outlining changes in APS people and performance management. The following are current under the Public Service Act 1999, unless otherwise indicated.
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36 result(s) found, displaying 1 to 10State of the Service Report 2021-22
Media releases
Media Release about the State of the Service Report 2021-22.
Australian Public Service Remuneration Report 2021
Remuneration reports
The Australian Public Service Remuneration Report 2021 is now available, presenting a summary of remuneration paid to APS employees under the Public Service Act 1999 as at 31 December 2021.
Strengthening Partnerships - Final Report
Publication
The final report relating to the implementation of the Government’s response to Recommendation 11 of the 2019 Independent Review of the Australian Public Service.
Open letter to the APS on the Federal Budget 2022-23 from PM&C Secretary Philip Gaetjens and APS Commissioner Peter Woolcott AO
Open Letters to the Australian Public Service
Yesterday the Treasurer handed down the Federal Budget 2022-23. The focus for the APS was clear: We must support the Government to build on Australia’s economic and social recovery,
Australian Public Service Commission Annual Report 2020-21
Annual report
This is the Annual Report from the Commissioner of the Australian Public Service incorporating the Annual Report of the Merit Protection Commissioner for the financial year ending 30 June 2021. The report reviews the purposes and outcomes of both Commissions.
State of the Service Report 2020-21
State of the Service
The State of the Service Report 2020–21 was tabled in both Houses of Parliament on 29 November 2021.
2020-21 State of the Service Report
Media releases
Today, the Australian Public Service Commissioner, Mr Peter Woolcott AO, released the annual State of the Service Report after its tabling in Parliament.
Ministerial Transitions
Publication
This paper outlines broad principles for transitions that take place during the course of the relationship between the APS and the government of the day. It is intended for senior departmental officials, departmental staff responsible for portfolio support, Ministerial staff and Ministers.
The Operating Environment of a Ministerial Office
Publication
The purpose of this guidance is to provide an overview of the operating environment of a Ministerial office. It is intended for members of the Australian Public Service (APS).
Working with Ministers
Publication
The opportunity to work closely with Ministers is a privilege and an exciting part of an Australian Public Service (APS) career. The partnership between a Minister, and their staff, and the APS is a critical part of Australia’s democracy.