RMGs are guidance documents. The purpose of an RMG is to support PGPA Act entities and companies in meeting the requirements of the PGPA framework. As guides, RMGs explain the legislation and policy requirements in plain English. RMGs support accountable authorities and officials to apply the intent of the framework. It is an official’s responsibility to ensure that Finance guidance is monitored regularly for updates, including changes in policy/requirements.
Audience
This guide applies to officials undertaking official travel using Commonwealth funds on behalf of:
- non-corporate Commonwealth entities (for example, departments and other non-corporate Commonwealth entities)
- corporate Commonwealth entities
- authorised entities participating in the Australian Government Travel Arrangements.
An authorised entity is a corporate Commonwealth entity, a Commonwealth company or any other entity authorised by the Department of Finance to participate in the Australian Government Travel Arrangements.
Key points
This guide explains the Australian Government Travel Policy and helps officials to comply with the Policy by:
- understanding their obligations
- making value for money decisions, and
- applying consistent travel planning and approval practices.
Resources
Related resources including links to related policies, guidance and a glossary of terms are available in the right-hand menu.
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