Australian Policy Handbook

Catherine Althaus, Peter Bridgman, Glyn Davis

ISBN 10: 1741753317 / ISBN 13: 9781741753318

Published by Allen & Unwin, 2007

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Synopsis:

'This authoritative guide to the practice and process of public policy in Australia combines sound analysis and practical know-how in a handbook of great value to students, teachers and practitioners.'

Professor Allan Fels, AO, Dean, Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG)

Public policy permeates our lives. It is the stuff of government, the justification for taxes, the foundation of the laws that regulate our behaviour, the support for health, education and other social services. Public policy gives us roads, railways and airports, drought relief, emergency services, industry and employment development, and natural resource management. While politicians make the decisions, public servants provide analysis and support for those choices.

The authors draw on their depth of practical experience to outline the processes used in making public policy. They systematically explain the relationships between political decision-makers, public service advisers, other community participants, and those charged with implementing the programs that result. The Australian Policy Handbook is a unique contribution to improving public policy.

The fourth edition of this widely used text is fully updated, and includes new material on evidence-based policy making, deliberative democracy and consultation processes, the media, community engagement and networks.

About the Author:

Catherine Althaus is an ANZSOG Research Fellow in the Research School of Social Sciences at the Australian National University and a Research Associate with the Centre for Governance and Public Policy at Griffith University, and has worked as a policy officer in Queensland Treasury.

Peter Bridgman is a consultant specialising in public policy, governance and integrity, and has worked within and for governments in Australia and internationally. He has led several government agencies and developed policy and legislation across a wide range of topics.

Professor Glyn Davis AC has combined an academic career teaching public policy with practical experience in government. A former Director General of the Department of Premier and Cabinet in Queensland, Professor Davis was Foundation Chair of ANZSOG. He is now Vice Chancellor at the University of Melbourne.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Australian Policy Handbook
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 4th Edition