Resources

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 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).

The Australian Policy Cycle designed by James Gulliver Hancock provides an easy to follow visual of the key milestones required for best practice government decision making.

Multiple different Impact Analysis processes are now required during new policy development. Five key Agencies have combined to share key resources you need to know when developing any new policy

Our ability to respond to changing demands, and leverage the opportunities available to us, is underpinned by performance management practices that translate societal and Government expectations into individualised performance expectations for APS employees.

This framework helps public servants better engage with citizens, community and businesses.