The Reserve Bank pursues national economic policy objectives and undertakes a rangeof associated activities in financial markets and banking. It also issues Australia'sbanknotes and operates infrastructure critical to the payments system. Staff,and others who are involved in the activities of the Bank, have a criticalrole to play in achieving these objectives, whether directly or in a supportingrole. They are advised of their responsibility to conduct themselves with ahigh degree of integrity, to strive for excellence in the work they performand the outcomes they achieve and to promote the public interest. Their behaviouris guided by a Code of Conduct, whichsets out the Bank's requirements of its employees and others who are involvedin its activities. This Code embodies the following values:
- Promotion of the public interest
We serve the public interest. We ensure that our efforts are directed to this objective,and not to serving our own interests or the interests of any other personor group.
- Integrity
We are honest in our dealings with others within and outside the Bank. We are openand clear in our dealings with our colleagues. We take appropriate actionif we are aware of others who are not acting properly.
- Excellence
We strive for technical and professional excellence.
- Intelligent inquiry
We think carefully about the work we do and how we undertake it. We encourage debate,ask questions and speak up when we have concerns.
- Respect
We treat one another with respect and courtesy. We value one another's views andcontributions.
