Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The outgoing ATO commissioner has called for enhanced law enforcement powers.
CUDA coming to Pawsey
The Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre has made a deal with NVIDIA to enhance its quantum computing capabilities.
Ship spending to shoot up
The Albanese Government has announced plans to revamp the Royal Australian Navy's capabilities amidst a nearly $20 billion cost overrun in the future frigate project.
New China base questioned
The establishment of China’s fifth research station in Antarctica has sparked concerns about Australia's preparedness.
Services struggles with staff
Services Australia has come under fire following allegations that employees have toilet breaks timed.
Union seeks left shift
The head of the CFMEU has spoken about the union’s plan to influence politics.
AFP backs radical moves
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has stood by its decision to conduct an undercover operation against a 13-year-old boy.
Data set for local CDC
The Australian government is progressing its new Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC).
Fresh buybacks prepped
The Commonwealth has earmarked $205 million for the first round of water buybacks under the Albanese government.
Key tax for green future
Economists have laid out bold moves to reposition Australia in the global shift towards a low-carbon economy.
Mining aids prepared
The Albanese government is preparing to assist embattled producers of clean tech materials.
New track for gouge claims
The ACCC is fast-tracking the community complaints process for corporate price gouging.
Ship switch suggested
Australia plans to fast-track the enhancement of its naval fleet to counter China's military expansion, a new review suggests.
Big teaching change called
A new report calls for schools to overhaul teaching methods in favour of science-backed techniques.
Key scheme going slowly
The Financial Accountability Regime (FAR), a key outcome of the Hayne royal commission, is being pushed back.
Leaker payments proposed
Financial incentives have been proposed as a way to support whistleblowers.
Paris to punish big cars
Residents of Paris have voted to triple the city’s parking charges for SUVs.
Senate hears ADF issues
Australia's Defence Force is under strain from recruitment shortfalls and project delays.