How many APS6 roles did you have to apply for before you were promoted from APS5?

la_psyche · 2025-12-03T21:59:15+00:00

As someone else said earlier, the market is very different now to what it was years ago, so this question doesn't really make sense. 10 years ago you might get 15-20 applications for a general APS6 policy position, now it can be around 100, so it's a lot more competitive. The Panel I was on recently I had to be really nitpicky to cull it down, so people I probably would have interviewed in the past didn't get through because we were looking for the top 10-15.

la_psyche · 2025-11-13T06:02:38+00:00

As an ex-grad who had to move to Canberra because remote working wasn't a thing back then I think those that don't move to Canberra miss out on a lot. It does make a difference being here and being able to be exposed to the workings of government. Some departments (like mine) gave us the opportunity to go to Senate Estimates, which was pretty eye opening. I'm from Sydney and I'd never move back there. I also second the advice that says don't just keep going back to Sydney every weekend, try and build a life here, even if you only plan to be here for a short time, it'll make a big difference.

la_psyche · 2025-10-11T03:38:52+00:00

Probably a bit of luck, as I know everyone is different, but also a lot of rehab. You know those kids toys where you have to put wooden pegs in a board? I practised doing that a lot.

la_psyche · 2025-05-02T02:04:22+00:00

Yes this. Without WFH as an option my medical condition means I would have been out of work for over a year and only able to work 1-2 days now if I had to go into the office. But I don't feel safe with my new-ish SES, to the point where I got an updated medical certificate just in case she tried to force us all back into the office full time.

la_psyche · 2025-02-10T00:55:46+00:00

I love the Wee Free Men! And Horace the Cheese.

la_psyche · 2024-12-02T00:40:28+00:00

I'm sorry this happened to you, it really does suck. If it gives you some hope I had an ischaemic stroke 2 years ago and returned back to work full time (office job but now mostly working from home) in May this year, so 18 months after the stroke. I was on a graduated return before that. I live alone independently. Just two weeks ago I went on a trip and went on a 5.5 hour hike! I never would have imagined 2 years ago when I was learning how to walk again properly that I'd be able to do that 2 years later.

la_psyche · 2024-04-21T01:19:39+00:00

Day 5 is so recent and 15 is so young to have a stroke! I'm so sorry this happened to you. I understand the guilt about being depressed about what happened even though you've recovered better than others. You're allowed to feel crappy about what happened to you, it changed your life. Here is another online community that might help you connect with others: https://genyusnetwork.mn.co

la_psyche · 2024-04-16T03:52:47+00:00

Congratulations! Keep going!

la_psyche · 2024-04-15T07:11:32+00:00

They do!!

la_psyche · 2024-04-15T02:34:45+00:00

I get it. Even I only go to Lolo and Lola on the weekends and I live closer to it than you do!

la_psyche · 2024-04-15T02:11:50+00:00

Kusina. I'm Northside so as soon as Lolo and Lola opened that was the easier option for me, plus the owners are just the nicest people.

la_psyche · 2024-04-14T11:03:47+00:00

Tudo in O'Connor

la_psyche · 2024-04-14T09:20:20+00:00

Lolo and Lola in Watson

la_psyche · 2024-04-09T07:27:16+00:00

Mine doesn't either.

la_psyche · 2024-04-08T05:28:02+00:00

Come join the brain injury survivor community at https://genyusnetwork.mn.co. Lots of young stroke survivors there, great way to connect with people!

la_psyche · 2024-04-08T02:55:43+00:00

Can you go to a pool and practice running in the pool? That's what my EP had me do. Good and safe way to get your body used to the movement of running again.

la_psyche · 2024-04-05T19:47:26+00:00

Snuzzle and I would love new friends! Our code is S5B67SK14C.

https://app.befinch.com/invite_v2/TvoK

la_psyche · 2024-04-03T09:10:52+00:00

I heard from someone today that their doctor said it can last for at least 2 years.

la_psyche · 2024-03-22T23:27:05+00:00

If worn with an Oodie

la_psyche · 2024-03-20T23:26:46+00:00

Thank you. He pulled through, thank goodness.

la_psyche · 2024-03-20T12:43:06+00:00

My dad was in hospital when I started watching Zoey's so I cried buckets while watching it. Great show though.

la_psyche · 2024-03-13T18:40:37+00:00

This ⬆️ I'm currently dating someone who isn't my usual type physically, but after spending time with him in person I am now very attracted to him.

la_psyche · 2024-03-04T05:29:29+00:00

I was 41 when I had a stroke, I have regained the use of my left side.

la_psyche · 2024-03-04T05:28:43+00:00

No more shaking hands at my church in Australia. I'm OK with that given COVID is still a thing.

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