Resources

In this video, APS staff from around the country answer the question: ‘What does working together in the APS mean to you?’

This fact sheet from the Parliament of Australia explains the Constitution, which is the foundation that establishes the rules for how Australia is governed.

The Australian Government Directory is a guide to the structures, organisations and key people in the Australian Government.

The Style Manual is for everyone who writes, edits or approves Australian Government content. Use it to create clear and consistent content that meets the needs of users.

The main legislation governing the operation of the Australian Public Service (APS) is the Public Service Act 1999 (the ACT).

The Commonwealth resource management framework governs how officials in the Commonwealth public sector use and manage public 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.

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

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.