Content

  • How Cabinet works – the role of Cabinet and the Cabinet process
  • Matters to be taken into account in preparing Cabinet Submissions – relevant information, templates and deadlines
  • Drafting sections of a Cabinet Submission based on a case study

Outcomes

  • Have a clear understanding of the current process, requirements and approach for preparing or contributing to papers for Cabinet.
  • Have tools to assist you in identifying the key matters to be addressed when preparing to write a Cabinet Submission.

Who Should Attend

Anyone responsible for writing or contributing to Cabinet Submissions.

Benefits to You and Your Organisation

You will improve your understanding of the Cabinet Submissions process and gain the skills and knowledge to establish effective working relationships between departments, the Cabinet office and other key agencies.

Learn about our speakers

Matthias Dengler

Principal
M Dengler Consulting and Strategy

Matthias is a highly experienced and results-driven policy and project professional with a strong track record across strategic reform projects, stakeholder engagement, and the development and implementation of complex legislation. His deep expertise spans government operations, regulatory design and cross-sector coordination and he brings a systems-informed, solution-focused approach to every initiative.

Currently serving as Principal Policy Officer, Matthias leads the implementation of the Biosecurity Act 2025, which involves managing and coordinating strategic policy development aligned to state priorities, high-level stakeholder engagement, Cabinet processes and facilitation of legislative drafting.

Upcoming course availability

In person

March 2026

Tuesday, 03 March 2026

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In person

May 2026

Thursday, 28 May 2026

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Format
Face-to-face

Duration
1 full day
9:30am-4:30pm (9:15am registration)

Inclusions
Resources, morning tea, lunch and refreshments

Location
12 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA 5000
(please visit registration links for further information)

Costs
Personal Member $575
State Govt Employee Member $615
Corporate Member $625
Non-Member $725

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    SAHealth, DHW

  • “[The most positive aspect of the course was that] actual practitioners in cab subs doing the presentations."

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    DEW