Balancing responsiveness and independence: the Australian experience

Asia Pacific Journal of Public Administration 2026

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Authors: Andrew Podger
DOI: 10.1080/23276665.2026.2727885
Cited by: 1
References: 2

Abstract

Australia has had a central authority to promote merit-based public service employment since the Commonwealth’s establishment in 1901. The professionalism of its public service continues to rank hi...

Fields of Study & Subjects

Australian History and Society Commonwealth Australian Politics and Federalism Indigenous Health Education and Rights

Publication details

Journal / source
Asia Pacific Journal of Public Administration
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Pages
1–10
Publication date
2 September 2026
Language
EN