EP#101: A masterclass in human-centred design in the public sector
On today’s Work with Purpose episode, Dr Nina Terry, Bec Bodel and Professor Brenton Prosser help you learn the ropes of human-centred design. In today’s
The Australian Public Service (APS) plays a critical role in delivering the Australian Government’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and priorities for the future. Every fortnight on ‘Work with Purpose’, we will talk to key individuals from inside the APS, giving listeners a unique perspective on how the APS works and how it serves the Australian community.
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EP#100: At the heart of public service with Dr Gordon de Brouwer
Today, we celebrate 100 episodes of Work with Purpose with a special conversation between two passionate public servants: Dr Gordon de Brouwer, Australian Public Service
Public Sector Unearthed – EP#9: The latest buzz: Innovative European wasp control with Daniel Patterson
Daniel Patterson has always been keen to do good for Canberra’s communities – and their backyards. On this episode of Public Sector Unearthed, the horticulture
EP#99: What does a whole-of-nation approach look like for Australia?
Whilst the ‘whole-of-nation’ approach is not new on the global stage, it is still a relatively new concept in Australian international policy circles. Amidst global
Public Sector Unearthed – EP#8: Unpacking the ACT flexible work program with Matt Padovan and Noel Chan
In this episode of the Public Sector Unearthed podcast, Matt Padovan and Noel Chan from the ACT public service walk us through the organisation’s innovative
Public Sector Unearthed – EP#7: The story of Fitzroy Crossing community centre with Ewa Griffiths and Zara Nehow
In episode 7 of the Public Sector Unearthed podcast, we hear the success story of the Fitzroy Crossing service centre’s redevelopment from Ewa Griffiths and
Extra: Count her in: women’s economic empowerment today and tomorrow
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is ‘Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress.’ In Australia, progress toward gender equality is ongoing,
EP#98: Decoding ethical AI in Defence
As AI continues to evolve, its application in defence raises critical ethical questions. Ensuring the responsible integration of AI technologies within the Australian Defence Force
EP#97: Revisiting ‘Empowering women in the workplace – why mentoring matters’
Despite greater flexibility and more opportunities, gender equity still has some way to go. The country’s gender pay gap persists, and women are still underrepresented
EP#96: Revisiting ‘How is Australia’s public sector using generative AI?’
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used by public services globally, including in Australia, to improve policy-making and program creation. AI has immense potential
EP#95: Revisiting ‘Embracing neurodiversity in the public sector’
Neurodiversity has become an important topic in the Australian public sector. With research suggesting that teams can be 30 per cent more productive with neurodivergent
EP#94: Revisiting ‘Rebuilding trust and integrity after robodebt’
EP#94: Revisiting ‘Rebuilding trust and integrity after robodebt’ The Robodebt Royal Commission highlighted the tremendous impact government policy gone wrong can have on the lives