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Ending gender-based violence is a priority of Working for Women – the Australian Government’s gender equality strategy. ...
25/06/2026

Ending gender-based violence is a priority of Working for Women – the Australian Government’s gender equality strategy.

Public consultation to inform the Second Action Plan under Australia’s National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022–2032 is now open.

You can participate by completing a short survey, joining a public webinar, or lodging a formal submission.

Consultations on related family and child safety action plans are happening at the same time to ensure these action plans work together.

18/06/2026

This Pride Month we recognise the importance of active allyship for the LGTBIQA+ community.

We celebrate the strength and value that comes from standing together and supporting one another.

Nicholas Hilderson, Research Design and Data Analytics Adviser, reflects on the role allyship can play in creating a more inclusive and supportive workplace.

11/06/2026

Our Pride Network is celebrating their 10-year anniversary at PM&C. 🌈

This Pride Month we recognise the important contribution the Pride Network makes each day in fostering an inclusive workplace culture for LGBTIQA+ individuals.

Liam Scotland, First Nations Policy Director, shares his perspective on the important role the Pride Network plays at PM&C.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met in Noosa on Saturday 6 June for the...
08/06/2026

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met in Noosa on Saturday 6 June for the Australia–New Zealand Annual Leaders’ Meeting.

Leaders discussed strengthening our nations’ economic resilience, boosting prosperity, and responding to strategic challenges. This includes working together closely on the fuel crisis and keeping trade open for energy products and other critical goods.

This year marks 75 years of the Australia and New Zealand Alliance under the ANZUS Treaty. Leaders reaffirmed their commitment to increasing cooperation between our defence forces, so by 2035 we are able to operate as a more integrated Anzac force.

08/06/2026

Congratulations to the recipients in The King’s Birthday 2026 Honours List. Celebrating Australians whose exceptional service and achievements inspire us.

949 Australians have been recognised for their outstanding contributions across community and public service, industry and academia, science, the arts, and sport.

The Honours List includes:

• 703 awards in the General Division
• 34 awards in the Military Division
• 149 Meritorious awards
• 63 Distinguished and Conspicuous awards

Women continue to be underrepresented in honours, often because they are nominated less frequently. Help change this by nominating a woman whose contribution deserves recognition.

Find out more and submit a nomination at http://www.gg.gov.au

04/06/2026

This year marks 10 years of Pride at PM&C and highlights the importance of allyship across the department, with ‘active allyship’ as a key theme this Pride Month.

This milestone recognises the vital role the Pride Network plays at PM&C in fostering inclusion, connection and support for LGBTIQA+ colleagues.

Audrey Marsh, Climate Change Advisor, shares with us what Pride Month means to her.

National Reconciliation Week 2026 has been a meaningful and engaging week across PM&C, with strong participation from st...
03/06/2026

National Reconciliation Week 2026 has been a meaningful and engaging week across PM&C, with strong participation from staff and a shared commitment to being All In for reconciliation.

Across the week, colleagues came together to deepen understanding, reflect on our shared history, and celebrate the cultures, strength and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

From the Walk on Country and cultural training sessions, to the NGA tour, panel discussion on the Priority Reforms Roadmap, and the spirit of connection seen at the Reconciliation bake-off that raised more than $500 for BlaQ Aboriginal Corporation, each event provided valuable opportunities to learn and engage.

Floral Friday on Torres Strait Islander Flag Day (29 May) was a standout moment, with staff across the department visibly showing their support. We closed the week by honouring Mabo Day, reflecting on the legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo and its enduring significance for land rights and reconciliation.

Thank you to everyone who participated, contributed and supported the week. These moments matter, but it is what we do next that counts. Let us carry this momentum forward and continue to embed reconciliation in how we work, lead and serve every day.

02/06/2026

PM&C staff gathered for a lunchtime event to celebrate 30 years of National Reconciliation Week and 25 years of Reconciliation Australia with a screening of Patrick Dodson – Father of Reconciliation. Kerryn Ah Chee, PM&C’s Reconciliation Action Plan Implementation Lead and a proud Kulkalgal Woman from Masig, shares her reflections and insights with us.

*Please note: The video captions contain a typo. The correct spelling for Kerryn’s Nation is Kulkalgal.

28/05/2026

Our Reconciliation Champion, Lisa Elliston, recently joined Ngunawal descendants Tyronne and Jai Bell, along with other PM&C staff, for a guided walk on Country at Black Mountain in Canberra.

Tyronne and Jai from Thunderstone shared stories about the culture, history and traditions of the Ngunawal People, as well as the significance of local landmarks.

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn more about our shared history, cultures and achievements. It’s also an opportunity for each of us to think about how we can support reconciliation in our daily work and lives.

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