Resources

The Government writing handbook is a companion to the Australian Government Style Manual with greater focus on the craft of writing.

The relationship between ministers and officials is fundamental to our system of government. The foundation of that relationship, like any relationship, is mutual respect. Learn through insights from conversations at the political administrative interface.

Find guidance papers and a directory of links to essential public administration resources to support the partnership between the APS and Ministerial offices.

Hear what a day in the life at a Minister’s office is like and what is the role of a Department Liaison Officer and how do you communicate with them. And what happens when things don’t go to plan?

A video outlining the Caretaker Conventions and providing guidance for APS employees on how to conduct themselves.

A content strategy sets the foundation for the creation, structure and governance of content. You should apply a content strategy when building new services or redesigning web content, or for big changes such as machinery-of-government updates.

The Data, Digital and Cyber Workforce Plan provides a coordinated approach to attract, develop and retain people with skills in these areas of growing need.

This video is recorded from the APS Academy's Craft Conversations event for the Data Profession month in June 2022.

The Digital Professional Stream Strategy is a structured way to build and uplift the core digital expertise of leadership and the workforce. It outlines the 6 broad themes and signature initiatives that will bring the strategy to life and create momentum.

Brene Brown informs leaders how they can give constructive and honest feedback from a place of engagement, rather than judgment. She calls it ‘Sitting on the same side of the table,’ as someone.