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About DPAC

The Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPAC) is the central agency of the Tasmanian State Government. The Department provides a broad range of services to Cabinet, other members of Parliament, Government agencies and the community.

The Department works closely with the public sector, the community, local government, the Australian Government and other state and territory governments.

Vision

We partner with others to advise on and deliver the government's priorities ensuring the best possible outcomes for the Tasmanian community.

Our purpose

To lead the State Service in supporting government to achieve the best possible outcomes for the Tasmanian community.

Our Role

We work in partnership with the communities we serve and the agencies we lead to:

  • Provide public policy services
  • Deliver government information and services
  • Manage inter-governmental relations
  • Lead and coordinate whole-of-government initiatives
  • Support the machinery of government
  • Administer statutory responsibilities
  • Deliver programs to improve the wellbeing of Tasmanians
  • Support the Tasmanian State Service

To find out more about the Department's priorities, read the DPAC Strategic Plan 2023-26.

Our values

  • Respect: We treat everyone with respect and kindness.
  • Excellence:  In DPAC we strive for excellence at all times.
  • Customer Focus:  In DPAC our customers are at the centre of what we do and how we do it.
  • Working together:  In DPAC we support and respect one another and work with others to achieve results.
  • Professional:  In DPAC we act with integrity and are accountable and transparent.

Annual Report 2022-23

The DPAC Annual Report 2022-23 contains detailed information on the Department’s performance and significant achievements over the past financial year.

DPAC COVID-19 Safe Arrangements

The DPAC COVID-19 Safe Arrangements detail the guidelines and direction for DPAC employees, Ministerial and Parliamentary Support, visitors, consultants, contractors, participants/volunteers in DPAC programs, clients and customers on the steps to reduce the risk of COVID-19 in the workplace. Workplaces include all DPAC occupied sites (whether they be buildings or otherwise), Government vehicles.

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