s.4Public Service Values
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Section 4Part 2 — Public Service Values and Code of Conduct

Public Service Values

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The values to which the public service shall aspire and which shall govern its management and operation are as follows —
to serve diligently the government of the day, the Legislative Assembly and the public in an apolitical, impartial and courteous manner and to deliver high-quality policy advice and services;
to uphold the proper administration of justice and the principles of natural justice, and to support public participation in the democratic process;
to strive continually for efficiency, effectiveness and value for money in all government activities;
to adhere to the highest ethical, moral and professional standards at all times;
to encourage creativity and innovation, and recognise the achievement of results;
to be an employer that cares, is non-discriminatory, makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and recognises the aims and aspirations of its employees, regardless of gender or physical disabilities;
to be an employer that encourages workplace relations that value communication, consultation, co-operation and input from employees (either individually or collectively) on matters that affect their workplace and conditions of service; and
to provide a safe and healthy working environment.

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