This Sunday, 23 June 2024, marks World Whistleblowers Day, an important occasion to recognise the courage and significance of individuals who speak up about misconduct, fraud, corruption, waste of public money, or other unethical behaviour. In New South Wales, the Ombudsman's office is the primary point of contact for advice and guidance under the Public […]

It can get pretty complicated when you're trying to navigate the Public Interest Disclosures Act 2022 (PID Act), Model Code of Conduct Procedures (the Procedures) and Industry Guidelines when conducting a workplace investigation in local government. To assist in bringing clarity to this challenge, Centium has developed a free resource tailored specifically for local government […]

It is that time again – Local Council elections are coming up on 14 September 2024. With so much going on you need to book in dates soon. Centium is filling up fast with pre-election briefings and post-election Councillor induction sessions. Don't wait until it’s too late. To help with these preparations Centium has developed […]

Discover how Centium offers tailored, agile probity solutions, addressing concerns flagged by the NSW Auditor General in 2019. Ensure integrity and fair competition in procurement with our competitive pricing and quality service. Contact us for more information.

In November 2022, new mandatory data breach notification regulations came into effect across NSW, including for local government. This legislative change has important implications for how councils must respond to and report data breaches going forward. The NSW Data Breach Notification Scheme creates prescriptive roles, responsibilities and actions that must be taken in the event […]

Delve into the critical discussion on the limitations of strict non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in sexual harassment settlements. Discover how alternative approaches play a key role in fostering accountability and transparency in employee settlements. Embrace the movement towards creating safer, more supportive workplace environments for all.

Uncover the mounting cybersecurity risks confronting local government bodies; Highlighted by the NSW Audit Office's recent report, cyber incidents costing nearly $100,000 per instance. Organisations must fortify defenses. Centium offers expert assessments and bespoke strategies to shield against cyber threats. Contact us today to secure your organisation's digital resilience.

How can AI transform public service delivery and local government efficiency? Learn how Australian public organisations can leverage AI to improve service provision while mitigating risks through a framework for trustworthy stewardship.

Probity frameworks encompass a wide range of principles and practices that aim to promote honesty, integrity, and ethical behaviour within organisations and institutions.