Resources

Legislation provides a framework for acting with integrity. This includes the Public Service Act 1999, Public Service Regulations 1999 and Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Directions 2022.

The Australian Government released refreshed expectations for regulator performance and reporting that took effect from 1 July 2021.

The National Regulators Community of Practice is an active network of public sector regulators from all 3 levels of government.

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is the independent national regulator for privacy and freedom of information.

The framework is made up of seven key questions, your answers to which will provide decision makers with a strong evidence base to support informed policy decisions.

A series of videos that answer common questions on having a solid evidence base for best practice policy making, which is also a Government requirement.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Capability Framework provides a basis for building the cultural capability of the Commonwealth public sector.

The Guide to Policy Impact Analysis is intended to inform Australian Public Service policy making — ensuring that advice to government is accompanied by robust analysis, data and an accurate overview of the effects of proposed policies on our community.

The Department of Finance provides regulatory performance guidance to assist Commonwealth entities performing regulatory functions.

Guidance on undertaking cost-benefit and risk analysis of regulatory proposals to be incorporated into Regulation Impact Statements (RIS).