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The Great APS Graduate Debate
The Great APS Graduate Debate is an exciting event that tests the wits and skills of graduates who have recently commenced their careers in the Australian Public Service. These graduates, who have been selected through an audition process, make up the affirmative and negative teams for the debate.
Host - Adam Spencer
Adam Spencer, ABC radio host, media personality and debate champion, to host the Great APS Debate.
2011 Debate Topic - Round 1
On Tuesday, 24 May 2011 and graduates debated the topic:
“I’m Blogged…Social Media – is the Government on board?”
Arguing for the affirmative:
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Arguing for the negative:
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The Great APS Debate Round 2 – Winning Graduates vs Secretaries
Tuesday 2 August 2011, Canberra Theatre
Building on the overwhelming success of the Great APS Debate, the winning graduate team will now take on a panel of Secretaries in a generational showdown of wit, skill and showmanship debating the topic…
Talking about my generation: Is Gen Y going to ‘rock’ because the Baby Boomers are going to ‘roll’
Debating for the affirmative:
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Debating for the negative:
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This is a unique whole-of-government event that is open to all APS employees. Please refer to our flyer for full event details.
Adjudicators
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Secretaries Victorious
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Event information
This event will be held on Tuesday, 2 August 2011 at the Canberra Theatre. You can register for this event online at www.apscregistration.gov.au.
Follow all APSC graduate event news through twitter: http://twitter.com/APSCGradnews (@APSCGradnews).
Who should attend
All APS employees
Further information
For further information on programs, events and seminars delivered nationally, please contact 02 6202 3522 or email nationalcalendarteam@apsc.gov.au.
Terms and conditions
The Commission does not offer refunds or cancellations for graduate events, however if you are unable to attend we would welcome a substitute at the appropriate level.
