Secretary’s gifts and benefits register
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- Gifts and Benefits from 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2025
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 October 2024 to 31 December 2024
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 July 2024 to 30 September 2024
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 April 2024 to 30 June 2024
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 January 2024 to 31 March 2024
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 October 2023 to 31 December 2023
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 July 2023 to 30 September 2023
- Gifts and Benefits from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023
We maintain a list of gifts and benefits accepted by staff in the course of their duties.
We manage gifts and benefits in line with:
- the Australian Public Service Commission’s Guidance for Agency Heads - Gifts and Benefits
- our own policies and procedures.
Staff don’t accept gifts or benefits where they could present a conflict of interest. Our staff must act impartially at all times.
The list shows accepted gifts and benefits with a value of over $100. We update this list quarterly.
Back to topGifts and Benefits from 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2025
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Ocassion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/02/2025 | Invictus Australia | Alison Frame, Secretary | Invictus Games 2025 Jacket, Beanie, Cap, Pens and Pins | Attendance at the Invictus Games in Vancouver February 2025 | $250.00 |
| 7/02/2025 | Australian Defence Force | Leonie Nowland, First Assistant Secretary, Open Arms | Participation in the Australian Defence Force Reserves and Employer Support (ADFRES) immersive activity. | Official engagment with the ADF | $1,500.00 |
| 8/02/2025 | Invictus Australia | Veteran Family Advocate Commissioner | Invictus Games 2025 Jacket, Beanie, Cap, Pens and Pins | Attendance at the Invictus Games in Vancouver February 2025 | $250.00 |
| 25/02/2025 | Proximity | Staff member, Legal and Audit Division | Invitation to attend legal training presented by Proximity. | Attendance at event in acknowledgement of relevance to role. | $325.00 |
| 25/02/2025 | Proximity | Director, Legal and Audit Division | Invitation to attend legal training presented by Proximity. | Attendance at event in acknowledgement of relevance to role. | $325.00 |
| 17/03/2025 | Qantas Airways Limited | Brenton Philp, Deputy Secretary, Chief Operating Officer Group | Complementary airline lounge membership - Qantas Chairman's Lounge | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 October 2024 to 31 December 2024
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22/10/2024 | CPA | Assistant Secretary, Finance Management Branch | Attendance at working lunch held by CPA | Attendance at event in acknowledgement of relevance to role. | $100.00 |
| 13/11/2024 | Ashurst | Director, Legal and Audit Division | Invitation to attend seminars presented by Ashurst. | Attendance at event in acknowledgement of relevance to role. | $400.00 |
| 23/11/2024 | RSL LifeCare | Deputy Commissioner, NSW/ACT | Invitation and Ticket to attend the RSL Lifecare The Poppy Ball. | As part of the Deputy Commissioner role to attend ESO events and represent the Department. | $345.00 |
| 28/11/2024 | Turkish Authorities | Director, Veteran Experience and Transition | Ceramic Bowl, Lavender Cream, soap, spray and infuser, Gallipoli 1915 Book, Notepad, Pen and Badge, Olive Oil and Olives, Turkish Flag ornament, Ceramic condiment jars, Ceramic Dancing Gown ornament | Exchange of gifts following Anzac Day Advance travel meetings with Turkish officials | $410.00 |
| 5/12/2024 | Clayton Utz | Director, Legal and Audit Division | Ticket to attend Public Master Class all day event and water bottle | Attendance at event in acknowledgement of relevance to role. | $500.00 |
| 5/12/2024 | Clayton Utz | Staff member, Legal and Audit Division | Ticket to attend Public Master Class all day event and water bottle | Attendance at event in acknowledgement of relevance to role. | $500.00 |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 July 2024 to 30 September 2024
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/08/2024 | Client | Transition Medical Assessment Pilot Program (TMAPP) Team | Food and drink hamper | In recognition for outstanding work performance and dedication | $150.00 |
| 2/9/2024 | Defence Health | Assistant Secretary, Program Delivery Division | Lunch at Boathouse Restaurant | Lunch following Australian War Memorial Sculpture Garden launch | $160.00 |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 April 2024 to 30 June 2024
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/05/2024 | Future Women | General Counsel, Legal and Audit Division | Ticket to Future Women 2024 Federal Budget Dinner | Presented due to professional relationship with Founding Director. | $395.00 |
| 17/06/2024 | Australian Centre for Evaluation | Alison Frame, Secretary | Ticket to dinner hosted by Australian Centre for Evaluation | Invitation via Secretary Kennedy the behalf of the Hon Dr Andrew Leigh on Australian public policy. | $111.00 |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 January 2024 to 31 March 2024
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/01/2024 | Virgin Australia Airlines |
Teena Blewitt
|
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Virgin Beyond Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 5/03/2024 | Paul Danaher | Assistant Secretary Client Access and Rehabilitation Services |
Hardcover book in presentation box. | Presented while attending Grant announcement in Melbourne with Assistant Minister. | $150.00 |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 October 2023 to 31 December 2023
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/10/2023 | Qantas Airways Ltd | Kahlil Fegan Repatriation Commissioner |
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Qantas Chairman’s Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 25/10/2023 | Australian Government Solicitor | Assistant Secretary Ministerial International and stakeholder relations |
Complimentary ticket to attend the FOI and Privacy Law Conference. | In acknowledgement of the relevance of FOI and Privacy to DVA's work. | $594.00 |
| 13/12/2023 | Anonymous | Delegate Permanent Impairment Brisbane |
Flowers with a card. | In appreciation of care and professionalism. | $116.00 |
| 11/12/2023 | The Catering Crew | Executive Assistant Processing Branch |
Cheese Platter. | In appreciation of business support | $200.00 |
| 5/12/2023 | RSL Queensland | Director Processing Branch |
5 x gift packages, each including a picnic blanket, diary, pen and a box of chocolates. | In appreciation of training and support. | $175.00 |
| 8/12/2023 | Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs | Assistant Secretary Ministerial International and stakeholder relations |
Individualised personal seal and ink stamp set and medallion commemorating the 70th anniversary of Korean War Armistice. | In appreciation of hosting support. | $150.00 |
| 14/12/2023 | Qantas Airways Ltd | Jenny Firman Chief Health Officer |
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Qantas Chairman’s Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 22/12/2023 | Medical provider | Senior Nursing Adviser Health Branch |
Food Christmas hamper with bottle of wine. | Appreciation of care and professionalism. | $100.00 |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 July 2023 to 30 September 2023
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27/06/2023 | Virgin Australia Airlines | Alison Frame Secretary |
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Virgin Beyond Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 27/06/2023 | Qantas Airways Ltd | Alison McLaren Deputy Secretary |
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Qantas Chairman’s Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 22/08/2023 | Qantas Airways Ltd | Cathryn Pope Deputy President |
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Qantas Chairman’s Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 23/08/2023 | Client | Clinical Care Coordinator Open Arms |
Preserved rose. | In appreciation of care and professionalism. | $200.00 |
| 5/09/2023 | Client | Team Leader Liability and Compensation |
Box containing 11 bottles of wine. | In appreciation of care and professionalism. | $134.00 |
| 21/09/2023 | Department of Defence | Director Royal Commission Reviews and Inquiries |
Participation in Australian Defence Force Immersion Event. | In recognition of personal and or professional connection. | $300.00 |
Gifts and Benefits from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023
| Date received | Giver (Person/Organisation) | Receiver | Gift, Benefit or Hospitality | Occasion | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/07/2022 | Chief of Defence Force General Angus Campbell, Department of Defence | Veteran Family Advocate | Tea Chest; Poppy Scarf; Pure Fiji Gift Box and chocolate bar. | In appreciation of presenting support. | $242.00 |
| 17/08/2022 | Client | Staff member Mental Health and Wellbeing Services Division |
Swarovski 'Stella' star kite cut crystal rose tone bracelet. | Appreciation of care and professionalism. | $195.00 |
| 17/08/2022 | Client | Staff member Mental Health and Wellbeing Services Division |
Silver bracelet. | Appreciation of care and professionalism. | $100.00 |
| 10/10/2022 | Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill | Assistant Secretary Income Support Branch |
Invitation to attend the 73rd Annual Legacy Race Day at Morphettville Racecourse. | In recognition of professional and or personal connection. | $175.00 |
| 31/10/2022 | Various | Veteran Family Advocate | 7 Books, Flag, Mug and Bookbinder. | Appreciation of care and professionalism. | $405.00 |
| 27/03/2023 | RSL LifeCare Limited | Assistant Secretary Client Access and Rehabilitation Services |
ANZAC Day Dawn Service BridgeClimb (Sydney Harbour Bridge). | In recognition of personal and or professional connection. | $424.00 |
| 16/03/2023 | Records and Information Professionals of Australasia | Staff member COO Division |
A DISC Profile Assessment and Coaching Session and a copy of a book about DISC. | Prize received as part of professional attendance. | $140.00 |
| 13/09/2019 for 2/11/22 departure | Wayne Wetherall, Kokoda Spirit | Veteran Family Advocate | Kokoda Spirit commemoration trek to honour the 80th anniversary of Australians retaking Kokoda on November 2 1942. | In recognition of personal and professional connection. | $5,045.00 |
| 18/04/2023 | Qantas Airways Ltd | Alison Frame Secretary |
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Qantas Chairman’s Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 22/04/2023 | Glen Ferrarotto, Ironside Resources | Senior Executive Service Processing Branch |
2 x general admission tickets to "Fortitide Fight 4 a Cause Wandering Warriors." | In recognition of professional and or personal connection. | $198.00 |
| 8/05/2023 | McKinsey and Co | Assistant Secretary Aged and Community Care |
Whoop Fitness device. | For the purposes of participating in McKinsey’s 2023 Executive Leadership Program. | $390.00 |
| 8/05/2023 | McKinsey and Co | Assistant Secretary Health and Wellbeing Policy | Whoop Fitness device. | For the purposes of participating in McKinsey’s 2023 Executive Leadership Program. | $390.00 |
| 30/05/2023 | Phoenix Australia Board | Repatriation Commissioner | 2 bottles of wine. | In recognition of professional and or personal connection. | $465.00 |
| 1/06/2023 | Qantas Airways Ltd |
Teena Blewitt
|
Complimentary airline lounge membership – Qantas Chairman’s Lounge. | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 20/06/2023 | RSL LifeCare Veteran Services | Assistant Secretary Client Access and Rehabilitation Services |
Invitation to attended the inaugural RSL LifeCare Veteran Services Poppy Ball on Remembrance Day, 11 November 2023. | As part of the Deputy Commissioner role, an invite to attend this fundraising event. In recognition of professional and or personal connection. | $390.00 |