Grads
Fresh and innovative perspectives
A Taste
of Government
An Australian Public Service Commission graduate event
A Taste of Government provides an opportunity for graduates to hear the perspectives of three
senior servants of the public who have a lead role in shaping the Australian Public Service (APS).
Graduates gain a valuable insight into the workings of the APS and how it operates in relation to
Ministers and Government in a policy setting.
Senator the Hon. Eric Abetz
Mr Michael Thawley AO
The Hon. John Lloyd PSM
Eric Abetz Minister Assisting the
Prime Minister for the Public Service,
will deliver the opening address,
setting the foundation for this
interactive and informative event.
Michael Thawley was appointed
Secretary of the Department of
the Prime Minister and Cabinet
from 1 December 2014.
John Lloyd was appointed Australian
Public Service Commissioner in
December 2014.
Register now for all FOUR graduate events in 2015 and receive over a 10% discount on:
A Taste of Government: Thursday 26 March I
The Great APS Graduate Debate: Tuesday 2 June
The APS Panel Discussion: Thursday 27 August I Candid Reflections from Inspiring APS Leaders: Thursday 26 November
Date
Venue
More Information
Thursday 26 March 2015
Duration—2 Hours
The Great Hall, Parliament House, Canberra
For graduate event assistance, please
contact the APSC Events hotline on:
Time
$75 or $66 with discount (GST exclusive)
Registration: 8:30am, Prompt start: 9:00am
Concludes: 11:00am
Followed by networking and refreshments
Australian Public Service Commission Events
delivered by the Client Engagement Group
2264
Fees
Registration
https://training.apsc.gov.au/registration
or scan and email the completed
registration form (on the back of this flyer)
to [email protected]
Tel: (02) 6202 3916
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.apsc.gov.au
Thursday 26 March 2015
Australian Public Service Commission
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You will receive a confirmation email once you have been successfully registered on this program. If you do not receive an email, please contact the program manager on 6202 3783
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A Taste of Government: 26 March 2015
The Great APS Graduate Debate: 2 June 2015
The APS Panel Discussion: 27 August 2015
Candid Reflections from Inspiring APS Leaders: 26 November 2015
REGISTER FOR ALL FOUR EVENTS AND RECEIVE MY 10% DISCOUNT
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Fees and charges: Please refer to the accompanying program materials. This completed document will be a tax invoice for GST where applicable when you make payment by credit card ONLY. Otherwise upon registration an
invoice will be sent to you for payment. An event confirmation will also be emailed to you once your place has been secured. Fees may be subject to change without notice. Participants are responsible for their own travel and
accommodation costs and arrangements.
Substitutes and refunds: If you are unable to attend your program we would welcome a substitute at the appropriate level. Refunds (only available for development programs) can be made if your written cancellation is
received at least 30 calendar days prior to the start of the program.
Identifying information: Your information is collected for the purpose of the Public Service Commissioner’s functions under the Public Service Act 1999, which include coordinating and supporting APS-wide training and career
development opportunities and fostering leadership and reporting on the State of the Service. It will be used for course administration, statistical analysis and evaluation of programs. Some details may be disclosed to your home
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Other conditions: While the Commission aims to deliver programs at the locations and on the dates specified in this publication, changes may occur. The Commission will endeavour to provide reasonable notice to participants of
these changes. Disclaimer: Footage in the form of photos and/or video recordings will be captured at APSC events. This footage will be used for marketing or promotional purposes only.