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How unconscious bias shapes your thinking (and what you can do about it)

What was your first thought when you saw the feature image for this article – be open and honest about the specific thoughts that went through your mind. Most Australians believe in values such as fairness and equality – but these can be harder to act on than you would think. All applicants for permanent visas […]

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Why we show the whites of our eyes

Engaging the community or stakeholders often takes place online but personal interaction will always bring a deeper connection which helps achieve better and more-sustainable outcomes. Gillian Aeria from the University of Melbourne shares one of the reasons why.   You know things are getting serious when a poker player slides sunglasses on to stop their […]

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Skills that matter in the public service

The future of work will rely more heavily on soft skills rather than technical expertise and it’s no different for public servants. At a recent gathering, Adam Fennessy shared some insights into the types of skills and ideas that matter in the public service now and into the future. Implementation – it’s all about the […]

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Disrupting corruption

Christine Lagarde explains the important role of the International Monetary Fund in dealing with corruption – it’s not just about getting the bad guys, it’s also crucial for our young people, the economy and society in general. Why does the IMF care so deeply about corruption? The reason is simple. The job of the IMF is […]