People want governments to act in their best interests, as well as be anchored in shared values, aligned with public beliefs, and committed to fostering societal progress through responsible stewardship. Trusted governments enjoy public support for their policies and actions, attract the best talent for government jobs, and create resilient working relationships with local communities and partner ecosystems. This report offers insights into the relationship between public trust and mission-critical behaviors among various segments of Australia’s population to help the country’s public sector organizations develop informed strategies on how to earn and retain the trust of the people they serve.