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The Australian Public Service Commission issues publications, advices and circulars, reports, speeches and media statements to agencies outlining changes in APS people and performance management. The following are current under the Public Service Act 1999, unless otherwise indicated.

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Information for agencies - Implementing the APS Strategic Commissioning Framework

Publication
The framework is a principles-based APS policy document that supports agencies to prioritise APS employment, strengthen APS capability and reduce reliance on consultants, contractors and labour hire. It applies to agencies that employ staff under the Public Service Act 1999.

APS Strategic Commissioning Framework

Publication
The core work of the APS must be done by our core workforce –APS employees. This framework sets a clear expectation that most roles and functions will be delivered by APS employees, this expectation will wind back excessive outsourcing and its impacts on the skills held and used in APS agencies.

Australian Public Service Commission Annual Report 2022-23

Annual report
This is the Annual Report from the Commissioner of the Australian Public Service incorporating the Annual Report of the Merit Protection Commissioner for the financial year ending 30 June 2023. The report reviews the purposes and outcomes of both Commissions.

A message to all APS staff on the referendum

Open Letters to the Australian Public Service
A message to the Australian Public Service from NIAA CEO, Jody Broun, PM&C Secretary, Glyn Davis and APS Commissioner, Gordon de Brouwer on the referendum

Guidance for agencies to support employee wellbeing during the Voice referendum

Circulars, Guidance, and Advice
On Saturday, 14 October 2023, Australians will have their say in a referendum to recognise First Nations peoples in the Constitution through an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. The Australian Public Service Commission has developed resources to help agencies communicate about the support available to their staff.

State of the Service Report 2022-23

State of the Service
The State of the Service for 2023 report is now available. The State of the Service Report is a collaboration between the Australian Public Service Commission and APS agencies. It shows how the APS is supporting the priorities of the Australian Government and serving the Australian community.

Media statement: Referral of Michael Pezzullo to the Australian Public Service Commissioner

Media releases and statements
The Australian Public Service Commissioner received a referral from Minister for Home Affairs, the Hon Clare O'Neil MP, after concerns were raised about Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs, Mr Michael Pezzullo AO. The Australian Public Service Commission takes these referrals seriously.

APSC capability review response

Publication
The findings of the APSC capability review present opportunities to position the APS workforce for the future to ensure it meets the demands and expectations of the Australian Government and people

APS Employment Data 30 June 2023

Employment data
This release of the Australian Public Service (APS) employment data presents a statistical outline of the APS workforce employed under the Public Service Act 1999. It provides key workforce metrics as at 30 June 2023 and trends from 2023.

Corporate plan 2023-27

Publication
The Australian Public Service Commission’s purpose is to strengthen the professionalism of the APS and facilitate continuous improvement in workforce management in the APS.