Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
New research shows many who claim they are “good” at maths actually aren’t, demonstrating once again the incredible power of self-delusion.
Experts hunt for value in call for reform
Academics have expressed their views on the final report of the Financial System Inquiry, handed down last weekend.
All still winning in long-running deal
The Australia and New Zealand Government Procurement Agreement (ANZGPA) stands strong, a review more than two decades after its establishment has found.
Australia's corrupt credentials slide in federal vacuum
Australia has moved out of the top ten least corrupt nations in a global ranking, and one legal expert says a federal-level commission is needed to clean out the local parties.
Departments strike on low-blows, deep cuts
Department of Human Services industrial action starts today, with staff flouting uniform policies, read prepared messages on the phone and taking other measures to voice their disgruntlement.
JCPAA could pull performance double-check
The Parliamentary Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) might be turning its critical lens toward Commonwealth performance.
Managers given new meaning for "government body"
A call has been made for Australian Public Service (APS) managers to look beyond the limitation of offices and project – to see themselves as organs in a “complex human system”.
Legal calls at Lima could scare big players off
Labor and the Greens say Foreign Minister Julie Bishop is trying to diminish the outcome of climate talks that will not even take place until next year.
Research the redeeming part of co-payment backflip
The Prime Minister says the Government has “very, very significantly improved” its GP co-payment plan, by reducing the amount and shunting responsibility for collecting it onto GPs.
Aluminium industry wants RET set soon
One of Australia’s largest single power users has joined the push for a decision to be made on the Renewable Energy Target.
Call to plot leaks as gas industry wells up
A team of university experts has warned that the risks of coal seam gas mining could play out before governments get around to responding.
Ex-judge to turn critical lens on new laws
A former Supreme Court judge has been named as Australia’s new national security monitor, tasked with reviewing a range of contentious policies.
Bribery backed by bosses every day
A new study says that not only is corruption not inhibited in many big businesses, it is actually a central strategy.
Childcare shift to stop dodgy swaps
The Federal Government says it will take decisive action to stop dodgy family day care services exploiting “legislative loopholes”, costing taxpayers millions.
Cormann swings back at adviser list cut claim
The Federal Government has issued a statement in response to reports that it is trying to water down reforms including the creation of the Financial Adviser Register.
TAI takes LNP to task in more than three words
The head of The Australia Institute says perceived anti-LNP moves on state and federal levels show the party’s approach is not working.
UN's call highlights dark practice
A community services and welfare group has called on the Federal Government to stop torturing refugees and asylum seekers.
Veterans Affairs vote to fight EBA inaction
Staff at the Federal Department of Veterans' Affairs will take industrial action after voting in favour this week.
Hockey claims show cost of free trade
Treasurer Joe Hockey has strongly linked the end of subsidies to Australian car manufacturing with the securing of trade agreements with Asian nations.
New welfare scheme hits harder than before
There is a lot of concern around the Federal Government’s new jobs program for remote welfare recipients.
Play fight over toy pledge draws strong lines
An Australian campaign group has launched a ‘No Gender December’ pledge, asking parents to boycott toys that enforce gender stereotypes.