The Australian Policy Handbook

by Althaus, Catherine; Bridgman, Peter; Davis, Glyn

• ISBN13: 9781741753318
• ISBN10: 1741753317
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-10-01
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Summary

The theory and practice of policy-making in Australia are addressed in this fully revised text. The authors draw on their depth of practical experience to outline the processes used in making public policy while systematically explaining the relationships between political decision makers, public-service advisers, community participants, and those charged with implementing programs. This updated guide includes new material on evidence-based policy making, deliberative-democracy and consultation processes, the media, community engagement, and other networks. The fresh examples, references, and Internet resources make this an ideal guide for both students and professionals.

Author Biography

Catherine Althaus is a social science research fellow at the Australian National University and a research associate at the Centre for Governance and Public Policy at Griffith University. She is a former public policy officer for the Queensland Treasury. Peter Bridgman is a consultant that specializes in public policy, governance, and integrity, and who has worked within and for governments in Australia and internationally. Glyn Davis is the vice chancellor at Griffith University and foundation chair of the Australia and New Zealand School of Government. He is the author of Are You Being Served?, The Future of Australian Governance, and A Government of Routines and the former director general of the department of the premier and cabinet in Queensland.

Table of Contents

List of figures and tables
Why The Australian Policy Handbook?	p. 1
Why policy matters	p. 5
The institutions of public policy	p. 12
A policy cycle	p. 32
Identifying issues	p. 43
Policy analysis	p. 57
Policy instruments	p. 86
Consultation	p. 97
Coordination	p. 124
Decision	p. 144
Implementation	p. 159
Evaluation	p. 179
Managing the policy process	p. 191
Checklists for policy development	p. 220
Internet research tools for public policy	p. 229
Glossary	p. 239
References	p. 251
Index	p. 263
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