Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The ALP has laid out some plans for health spending if it wins the federal election in May.
PM defends detention play
Scott Morrison has defended reopening an immigration detention centre before shutting it down again.
PM slams vegan protests
The Prime Minister has slammed animal rights activists as groups protest around the country.
Taylor comments on power list
Energy Minister Angus Taylor says the Federal Government will consider underwriting a coal baseload power station.
Disability abuse commission called
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has launched a royal commission into the abuse and neglect of disabled Australians.
Franking inquiry backs credits
A parliamentary inquiry has recommended Australia keep its controversial franking credit scheme.
Barbs traded over park money
The Indigenous Affairs Minister says the NT Government “doesn't know how to read a budget paper”.
Budget sees PS grow
The federal public sector will grow and become more cyber-capable in the coming year ...
Indigenous voice sought
The new Budget includes millions in funding to pursue an Indigenous voice in federal parliament.
Late bills crammed through
The Senate rushed the passage of dozens of bills in a pre-election spree this week.
Outback housing left short
A remote Indigenous housing plan remains in limbo in Queensland, with no new money in the budget this week.
Feds expand climate timeline
The Morrison Government has decided to spend its $2 billion “climate solutions fund” over 15 years, not 10.
Labor wants MDB changes
The ALP says it would withdraw support for a major part of Murray-Darling Basin Plan, if elected.
Labor goes for green cars
The ALP has put together a climate change policy that includes tax breaks for businesses to buy electric cars.
Pokies baron pushing mayors
Bruce Mathieson Jr has offered to pay for community services in exchange for more favourable treatment for gaming venues.
Australia boosts China links
The Federal Government will spend $44 million to “turbo charge” Australia’s engagement with China.
Science chief backs edit ban
Australian Academy of Science president Professor John Shine has backed calls for a ban on clinical uses of genetic editing.
Big spend for simulated military
A new deal will add a high-tech edge to the Australian Defence Force’s personnel training.
Emissions hit record in 2018
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says global carbon emissions hit a record high in 2018.