Department of Premier and Cabinet annual report 2010-11

Abstract

This report details the operations and performance of the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) for the 2010-11 fiscal year, a period marked by significant organizational change following the March 2011 state election. The report documents DPC's role in implementing the incoming government's 100 Day Action Plan, establishing new bodies including Infrastructure NSW and the Public Service Commission, and coordinating machinery of government changes that reduced the number of department clusters from 13 to 9. Key achievements included developing legislation to improve government accountability, managing over $58 million in community building partnership grants, and expanding sustainability programs. The report also covers the establishment of the Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) within DPC in April 2011, detailing OEH's environmental protection activities and management of over 7 million hectares of national parks and reserves. Financial statements indicate DPC maintained sound fiscal management while delivering core services and implementing reforms. The report provides insight into public sector transformation and environmental governance in NSW during a period of political transition.