The 2024 NAIDOC week theme - 'Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud' – celebrates Australian Indigenous identities. This theme centres on inviting all Australians to listen, engage, learn and celebrate the wisdom, achievements, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In its third year, our NAIDOC Week hackathons explore ways of […]
Tickets to this event are now sold out. Join us for this interactive event where you can choose from multiple mini-masterclasses each led by an experienced executive assistant from the public sector. Small groups will allow attendees to connect with their chosen expert, network with others, ask questions, and seek advice. Who is this for? […]
This year’s Frances Adamson Oration will be delivered by Dr Wendy Craik AM FTSE, scientist, public policy adviser, and company director. This event is for established and emerging leaders in the public sector who want to deepen their understanding of institutional and individual integrity, resilience, and challenges in the service. Hear Dr Craik speak about: […]
Are you a motivated public servant keen to take the next step in your career? Join us for our Future Leaders Breakfast – the Big Question 2.0 with Michael Manthorpe PSM FIPAA, executive coach and public administration consultant. Michael will speak about resilience, personal leadership, and why pride in public service is instrumental to a successful […]
What does it mean to work strategically as an executive assistant? Join us for this digital masterclass with Amanda Vinci, CEO of The EA Institute, to learn about the four fundamental principles that will empower you to drive strategic outcomes. This session is designed for EAs who are eager to grow beyond managing day-to-day tasks […]
Join us for our upcoming Secretary Series with Adam Fennessy PSM, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. With over 25 years of public sector experience at state and federal levels, Adam’s former roles have included secretary of the Victorian Department of Environment and Primary Industries, secretary of the Victorian Department of Environment, […]
In our ever-evolving world, the concept of change management extends far beyond navigating a singular transition. Public sector leaders are now faced with the complex task of steering through multiple changes simultaneously. It is essential for leaders to embrace the emotional aspects of transformation, instilling confidence in your teams while also cultivating a sense of […]
Join us for our annual celebration of dedicated public service initiatives creating positive change for Australia’s communities. This gala will award recipients across four Spirit of Service Awards categories: Learning, Collaboration, Community, and Breakthrough. Meet our finalists here. Enjoy an evening of great music, food, and drinks at the National Arboretum and network with fellow […]
At this very fist Work with Purpose live hear from Matthew Breen from Running for Resilience and Matthew Short from the Department of Health about men's mental health and suicide prevention.
Join us in person or virtually on Thursday 28 November for the 2024 annual general meeting (AGM) of the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA ACT) at MinterEllison. The AGM is an important forum to learn more about IPAA ACT’s activities over the past year, and for members to ask questions. Join us in person […]
Please join us for the highly-anticipated EA Series finale, an exclusive event celebrating and empowering executive assistants as we close out the year. This time, we feature a very special guest speaker, Marika Vasilevska, executive assistant to the Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese MP. With her extensive experience working with the highest levels of […]
Join us for Minister for the Public Service, Senator the Hon Katy Gallagher's Annual Statement on APS Reform. Minister Gallagher will reflect on the achievements of the Australian Public Service, and the difference APS Reform has made to the Australian community and to building a stronger APS. Trish Bergin, IPAA ACT Board Member, will facilitate […]
