15 October 2013

15 October 2013 - Summary of Cabinet Outcomes

From Cabinet Meeting of As part of the ACT Government’s Open Government commitment, this document is a public summary of matters considered by Cabinet.  It is not intended to be a detailed set of minutes and does not cover all matters considered by Cabinet.  Among matters not covered are materials considered in the formation of the ACT budget, commercial and industrial matters under negotiation, as well as matters that would impact personal privacy, security and the ACT economy.  Nothing in this document can be considered a waiver of the Government’s executive privilege.

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Human Services Blueprint

Cabinet noted a presentation on the Human Services Blueprint, which is currently being developed to provide a cohesive framework to inform the future of human services delivery in the ACT using a ‘One Human Service’ approach.

Direct sale to the Scout Association Australia Australian Capital Territory Branch Incorporated - Block 19 section 24 O’Connor

Cabinet agreed the Scout Association of Australia ACT Branch Incorporated (the Scouts) is eligible to apply for a direct sale of Block 19 Section 24 O’Connor. The site in question has been used for scouting purposes for more than fifty years. A map of the block and eligibility criteria assessment are available on the EPSDD websiteimg-icn-extlink.

Direct sale of part blocks 1572, 1611 and 1654 district of Tuggeranong to ACTEW Water

Cabinet agreed to the direct sale of three separate Crown leases over part Blocks 1572, 1611 and 1654 District of Tuggeranong to ACTEW Corporation Ltd for the purpose of a water supply facility and power station. Consistent with the direct sale charging policy, ACTEW is required to pay market value for each of the three blocks. A map of the block and eligibility criteria assessment are available on the EPSDD websiteimg-icn-extlink.

Territory and Municipal Services Legislation Amendment Bills

Cabinet agreed to create an annual omnibus bill to make minor policy, technical and editorial amendments to legislation in the Territory and Municipal Services (TAMS) portfolio. Due to their accelerated Cabinet processes, omnibus bills allow responsive legislative action and have the possibility of reducing red tape. If no minor amendments are required or appropriate for an omnibus TAMS bill, there is no requirement to progress one in a particular year.

Service ACT- service accessibility reform

Cabinet noted the development of a Service Access Strategy for the ACT Government as part of the Service Accessibility Reform Project being undertaken by Service ACT.  There is ongoing consultation with directorates and the community to inform the development of the strategy.

Healthy weight initiative

Cabinet noted the Healthy Weight Initiative Action Plan, which was prepared to provide a public document to highlight the work underway across the ACT Government to halt the rising rates of overweight and obesity in the ACT community. The Action Plan, Towards Zero Growthimg-icn-extlink, sets out the ambitious goal of zero growth in obesity within the ACT, focusing on strategies that make active and healthy lifestyle choices easier.

Appointments

Investment Advisory Board

Cabinet agreed to endorse the following part-time reappointments to the Investment Advisory Board 2013:

  • Mr Neville Page (Chair)
  • Mr Ephrain Grunhard
  • Ms Catherine Wood
  • Mr Duncan Paterson.

Senior Secondary Studies

Cabinet agreed to endorse a number of proposed appointments to the Board of Senior Secondary Studies, subject to Standing Committee consultation.

Acting Cabinet Secretary