Delivering local solutions should not be an afterthought
Placing citizens at the centre of policymaking and service design means they have the opportunity to shape policy and services in areas that matter to… Read More
University of Melbourne
Getting the work of government done
The APS seeks outcomes for Australians through complex systems of organisations, rules and relationships. How the APS designs and stewards these systems matters. Research prepared… Read More
Melbourne Business School’s first online program is aimed at public sector managers
In the age of digitisation, if organisations haven't started to actively engage and experiment, they will be left behind. Read More
APS review: panel member Glyn Davis senses momentum for a major rethink
Submissions to the ongoing Australian Public Service review indicate enthusiasm for fundamental changes rather than just a few tweaks and adjustments, says panel member Glyn Davis. Read More
Bill Shorten to keynote 2018 Outlook Conference
The Melbourne Institute and The Australian are proud to present the 2018 Outlook Conference. How do we sustain Australia’s economic growth without sacrificing social equity?… Read More
How intelligence can reduce child poverty
The New Zealand government’s ambitious commitment to reduce child poverty by half over the next decade is challenging agencies to deeply consider new approaches to empowering front line workers, while dealing with the underlying drivers of poverty – especially housing, education and employment. Read More
ANZSOG changes to meet contemporary challenges in public administration
The landscape that public services operate in continues to change rapidly. Standing still is not an option. ANZSOG is continually reviewing what we do, to respond to the needs of our owner governments and to make changes which ensure ANZSOG remains relevant to the public sector in the 21st century. Read More
Not ‘peak lab’ yet: public sector innovation units keep booming
Public sector innovation labs are popping up all over the place, and new research reveals just how many there are and what they are focused on. Read More