The Department of Defence is a highly capable organisation and on most days Defence people are dedicated professionals who contribute to the agency's reputation for excellence within the Australian community. However, in 2011, a 'Skype' incident at the Australian Defence Force Academy resulted in reviews of some aspects of the Defence culture. One of the great strengths of Defence is its acknowledgement that some cultural changes need to be made if the organisation is to evolve.

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Evaluation in today's Australian Public Sector is a vital element in demonstrating and managing performance and supporting decision making at all levels in organisations and programs. Recent developments such as the public sector's focus on evidence-based policy; sound program management and implementation; and need for improved data collection, analysis and reporting on performance; requires public sector managers to understand and use evaluation as one of the key tools in meeting these imperatives.

The Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA) Young Professionals Network (YPN) invites you to a tour of the National Arboretum Canberra.
The National Arboretum Canberra, opened in February 2012, is one of Canberra's newest attractions.
It features a mixture of forests and gardens, with a variety of rare and symbolic trees from Australia and around the world.

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This seminar, jointly hosted by the Department of Finance and Deregulation and IPAA ACT is a must for anyone with an interest in government financial frameworks. Ms Kerry Markoulli and Mr Gavin Clarke from the Department of Finance and Deregulation will provide a snapshot of the Australian Government's financial framework and important information regarding recent changes.  Ms Pui Cheung, the Chief Financial Officer from Comcare will cover key success factors for  small agency CFOs working with the framework.This seminar, jointly hosted by the Department of Finance and Deregulation and IPAA ACT is a must for anyone with an interest in government financial frameworks. 

Once the presentations are completed there will be the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion with the presenters.

This intensive, interactive one-day workshop is designed to give you the skills and confidence to create effective, targeted documents for a range of audiences and purposes in the public sector.

Evaluation in today's Australian Public Sector is a vital element in demonstrating and managing performance and supporting decision making at all levels in organisations and programs. Recent developments such as the public sector's focus on evidence-based policy; sound program management and implementation; and need for improved data collection, analysis and reporting on performance; requires public sector managers to understand and use evaluation as one of the key tools in meeting these imperatives.

Evaluation in today's Australian Public Sector is a vital element in demonstrating and managing performance and supporting decision making at all levels in organisations and programs. Recent developments such as the public sector's focus on evidence-based policy; sound program management and implementation; and need for improved data collection, analysis and reporting on performance; requires public sector managers to understand and use evaluation as one of the key tools in meeting these imperatives.

Evaluation in today's Australian Public Sector is a vital element in demonstrating and managing performance and supporting decision making at all levels in organisations and programs. Recent developments such as the public sector's focus on evidence-based policy; sound program management and implementation; and need for improved data collection, analysis and reporting on performance; requires public sector managers to understand and use evaluation as one of the key tools in meeting these imperatives.

Evaluation in today's Australian Public Sector is a vital element in demonstrating and managing performance and supporting decision making at all levels in organisations and programs. Recent developments such as the public sector's focus on evidence-based policy; sound program management and implementation; and need for improved data collection, analysis and reporting on performance; requires public sector managers to understand and use evaluation as one of the key tools in meeting these imperatives.

The 2013 IPAA National Conference provides a forum for debate, discussion and promotion of the public sector. It is an opportunity for those who are passionate about the public sector to engage with peers and colleagues to improve public administration in Australia.

Evaluation in today's Australian Public Sector is a vital element in demonstrating and managing performance and supporting decision making at all levels in organisations and programs. Recent developments such as the public sector's focus on evidence-based policy; sound program management and implementation; and need for improved data collection, analysis and reporting on performance; requires public sector managers to understand and use evaluation as one of the key tools in meeting these imperatives.