Treasurer: Public service reform and business improvement must become BAU Community & Social Jim Chalmers says elected officials and public servants must demonstrate the best examples of accountability, transparency and trust.
AFP Association warns on detainee monitoring amid ‘handcuffed’ resourcing and pay November 22, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Federal A decline in officers, morale and trust needs to be arrested, the AFPA reckons, as increased demand without new resources bites hard.
Premium Insights and analysis APSC channels Motörhead for ‘Louder than words’ public service integrity review November 21, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Community & Social The APS integrity change plan has arrived and it’s named “Louder than words: An APS integrity action plan”. It’s a slightly quizzical name.
Bringing APS values to life: Glyn Davis wants public service to give voice to integrity November 20, 2023 By Melissa Coade Culture ‘Louder than Words: An APS Integrity Action Plan, has been published alongside an integrity good practice guide for government employees.
Private sector wages gallop whilst APSC and Gallagher slow trot November 17, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Community & Social The apparent inability of the APSC and Katy Gallagher to come to a compromise has started to feed into the union’s internal election cycle.
Government targets discrimination and racism in the APS November 16, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Public servants and the wider community have until December 15 to share their views on the final CALD strategy for the APS.
Federal cops declare industrial no-confidence in APSC November 10, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Federal It’s tango time, with the Australian Federal Police Association stating it is “appalled and utterly dismayed” by the APSC’s 11.2% wage deal.
APS commitment to taking psychosocial safety seriously at the heart of ‘model employer’ goals November 10, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Gordon de Brouwer says an issue that doesn’t get nearly enough media attention is how safety-first creates an ideal workplace.
National Indigenous Australians Agency recognised at Spirit of the Service celebration November 10, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal IPAA’s Spirit of the Service has recognised the National Indigenous Australians Agency for its Indigenous Development and Employment Program.
APS recruitment plan to double First Nations talent in senior leadership ranks November 6, 2023 By Melissa Coade Community & Social The federal government has unveiled a new strategy to boost First Nations representation among its cohort of SES public servants.
Tax union demands APSC correct ‘misleading’ flexible work claims November 2, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Community & Social The ASU has issued a letter to Peter Riordan seeking amendment to Scenario 3 over claims of new WFH leave entitlement — which already exists.
Where’s the beef? DAFF votes for walkouts, coordinated APS strikes loom October 31, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Economy & Industry Five government agencies are now formally in dispute over pay, with the $67 billion meat industry bracing for industrial action.
Premium Insights and analysis The more you know about AI, the more likely you will trust government to use it October 27, 2023 By Anna Macdonald Communications & Technology The first LTIB named four insights into the impact of AI on public service trustworthiness: integrity, empathy, performance and support.
Gallagher’s office in pay deadlock crisis talks with tax union October 25, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Community & Social Uncompetitive salaries come home to roost as highly skilled members demand their worth and hungry consultancies look to buy out key talent.
Seven key takeaways from APSC’s senate estimates October 25, 2023 By Anna Macdonald Federal Key moments from Tuesday’s senate estimates includes two dozen code of conduct inquiries underway by the APSC.