Secretaries board agrees to survey APS about commonwealth corruption Federal Paul Brereton updated the secretaries board on the work of the NAAC and asked for their backing in conducting the public sector-wide survey.
New laws restricting post-Defence employment take effect May 7, 2024 By Julian Bajkowski Careers Defence’s coders and even cleaners are among departing personnel who will need to check whether the bans apply to them.
Premium Insights and analysis What national security experts are saying about the evolution of AUKUS April 15, 2024 By Melissa Coade Editors' Picks There is a heated debate about how best to secure Australia’s place in the Indo-Pacific — particularly if the deadlines to complete the AUKUS submarines are not met.
Defence secretary sets record straight on AUKUS arrangements April 9, 2024 By Melissa Coade Defence If you thought the AUKUS trilateral security partnership was an alliance, Greg Moriarty has news for you — it’s not. It’s a deep technology-sharing partnership.
Premium Case studies Do APS systems measure what matters when it comes to performance of top Defence officials? April 9, 2024 By Melissa Coade Community & Social Leadership, accountability, measures of assessing the efficacy of senior bureaucrats within Defence were spotlighted by the veterans suicide RC.
Everyone is worried about what will happen after the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide April 3, 2024 By Melissa Coade Defence The royal commission chair said that without change, Defence could not be an employer of choice nor attract the right people.
Outgoing top brass asked to ensure Defence suicide prevention stays a priority March 29, 2024 By Melissa Coade Defence General Angus Campbell said the royal commission was a once-in-a-generation opportunity for change in Defence.
Premium Case studies Defence secretary’s collision with accountability March 28, 2024 By Melissa Coade Defence Greg Moriarty’s final appearance before the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide included an edifying moment with a grieving mother.
Premium Case studies Royal commission prods Greg Moriarty for secretaries board intel March 27, 2024 By Melissa Coade Defence At the most basic level, the commissioners wanted to know how much of a priority preventing veteran suicide is a whole-of-government priority.
DVA, Defence to work together on royal commission recommendations, says Frame March 15, 2024 By Melissa Coade Defence Alison Frame says she is prepared to work with Greg Moriarty to implement recommendations the government accepts from the royal commission.
Australia Day 2024 honours celebrate outstanding public service January 26, 2024 By Melissa Coade Federal Some of the nation’s dedicated mandarins have been recognised for their service among 1,042 Australians, ranging from 32 to 100 years of age.
Greg Moriarty: Diplomat, Defence chief and trusted adviser January 25, 2024 By Julian Bajkowski Careers An inquisitive mind and relentless focus on things that count have propelled the career of this seasoned diplomat.
What the boss earns: The 2023 Secretaries’ Salaries guide November 5, 2023 By The Mandarin Secretaries' Salaries Series 2023 Defence chief Greg Moriarty was the only secretary to take home more than $1 million in total remuneration last financial year.
Moriarty almost defends Kathryn Campbell AUKUS appointment October 26, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Defence Defence secretary grilled over Australian Submarine Agency. Robodebt looms large over former staff who have resigned or disappeared.
Surprise Hamas attack shows need for ADF reform: Moriarty October 25, 2023 By Dominic Giannini and Kat Wong Defence The Australian Defence Force needs to be fit for purpose in “a more precarious strategic era”, says department secretary Greg Moriarty.