
Work with Purpose is the must-listen podcast for those working Australia’s public sector, covering best practice, leadership conversations, research, and critical issues. Three times a month, we speak to current public servants, leading academics, and other public sector experts about how to best serve Australia’s communities, from essentials such as policymaking to building inclusive leadership p... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 186 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsGovernment | |||

Host David Pembroke, CEO of contentgroup, speaks with APS CALD Champion Jim Betts, Secretary of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Art, and Nu Nu Win, assistant secretary at the Department of the... more
What does it take to lead with purpose in one of Australia’s most complex public institutions? In this episode of Work with Purpose, we hear from Rob Heferen, Commissioner of Taxation, about the responsibility of public servants to build trust, impro... more
Medicare Urgent Care Clinics offer free, walk-in care for urgent but non-life-threatening health issues. In this episode, we explore how the Department of Health and Aged Care turned a good idea into a service that’s taking pressure off busy emergenc... more
How does the government actually buy the things that keep Australia running, from everyday supplies to major infrastructure?
In this episode of Work with Purpose, host Kate Driver speaks with Richard Windeyer, former Head of the APS Procurement and ... more
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Listen my notebook ready to go. Brimming with ideas.
Great pod to be in. Wanted to revisit the episode in which Matt talks about his trip to Middle East but couldn’t find. Is it deleted?
A beautiful space for APS nerds just like me. A proud APS employee for over 20 years I am loving hearing from colleagues and can’t believe it took me so long to find this. Frantically playing catch up on past episodes.
Thanks so much for the great platform and conversation!! You are an absolute ROCK STAR!!
A thought provoking topic that has me considering my own cultural norms and biases. I’d love another interview with Lisa after she is secretary and has implemented a program of change.
Very interesting. Would like to hear more from APS Academy about the programs under development.
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The show centers on leadership, reform, and public service delivery within Australia's public sector. Episodes frequently explore governance, policy implementation, workforce development, and ethical decision-making through conversations with senior public servants, academics, and industry experts. A distinctive strength is its ability to connect practical leadership lessons with broader public administration challenges, often highlighting operational realities, integrity, and trust in government. Listeners can expect rigorous discussions, actionable insights for public-sector professionals, and a clear emphasis on inclusive leadership and public service outcomes.
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2. Sarah Sinclair
3. Sarah El-Sabbagh
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6. Margaret Tregurtha
7. Professor Liam Smith
8. Dr. Connor Wynn
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