Australian Bureau of Statistics – Full-time Australian Statistician – Reappointment (No. 1) 2024

Overview

The Australian Bureau of Statistics – Full-time Australian Statistician – Reappointment (No. 1) 2024 Instrument, enacted on 26 September 2024, serves to reappoint David Gruen as the Australian Statistician of the Australian Bureau of Statistics on a full-time basis for a period of five years, beginning on 11 December 2024. This instrument was issued by the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, under subsection 7(1) of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975. The underlying purpose of this reappointment is to ensure the continuity and stability of leadership within the Australian Bureau of Statistics, maintaining the integrity and efficiency of statistical services essential for informed policy-making and public administration. The policy objective is to uphold the highest standards in the provision of statistical information by reappointing a qualified and experienced professional in the role of Australian Statistician.

Scope and Application

The Australian Bureau of Statistics – Full-time Australian Statistician – Reappointment (No. 1) 2024I, issued under the authority of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975, outlines the reappointment of David Gruen as the full-time Australian Statistician for the Australian Bureau of Statistics. This reappointment is effective from 11 December 2024 and will span a period of five years. This legislation applies specifically to David Gruen as an individual and his role as the Australian Statistician, ensuring continuity and stability within the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The jurisdictional reach of this instrument is confined to the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby impacting the operations and functions of the Australian Bureau of Statistics which is a federal government entity. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds in this specific reappointment instrument, which is a straightforward administrative act under the existing legislative framework. The application of this Act is not extended or restricted by any subordinate instruments in this context.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of the Australian Bureau of Statistics – Full-time Australian Statistician – Reappointment (No. 1) 2024I instrument (sections 1 and 2) involve the reappointment of David Gruen as the Australian Statistician of the Australian Bureau of Statistics on a full-time basis for a period of five years commencing on 11 December 2024. This reappointment is made under subsection 7(1) of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975, which empowers the Governor-General, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, to make such appointments. The instrument was dated 26 September 2024, and was signed by the Governor-General, Sam Mostyn AC, and countersigned by the Treasurer, Dr Jim Chalmers. Under this instrument, the Australian Bureau of Statistics is required to ensure that David Gruen, as the reappointed Australian Statistician, is duly installed in his position on the specified commencement date. This involves the formal acceptance of his reappointment and the commencement of his new term in office. Additionally, any administrative and logistical arrangements necessary for the smooth transition of his role must be implemented by the Bureau. The obligations extend to providing Gruen with the necessary support and resources to effectively carry out his duties as the Australian Statistician. There are no specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences outlined in the instrument for breach. However, the reappointment process and the role of the Australian Statistician are governed by the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975, which may include provisions for penalties or consequences in the event of non-compliance with statutory requirements. The Act may impose penalties for breaches such as failure to fulfil the duties of the position, or misconduct, but these are not detailed within the reappointment instrument itself. The maximum penalties for such breaches would be determined by the relevant provisions of the Act.