Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - October, 2013
Microsoft has revealed it was made to grant over a thousand requests for personal information from the Australian government in the first half of this year alone.
Leighton case shows big players make rules
An expert on corruption in the corporate world says allegations of dodgy deals at Leighton Holdings show the lack of respect for and authority in Australia’s regulatory bodies.
DNA database tapped for disaster help
Australia’s DNA database for police investigation is being expanded so it can help plot family lines after crime and disasters.
Grain farmers push for time to inquire
The Federal Government may delay its decision over whether to allow an American firm to buy out one of the country’s most prominent grain companies.
High Court finds disadvantage sticks
A High Court ruling this week could mean fewer Australians in prison.
Industry Minister holds on new plan for Holden
Australia’s Minister for Industry has visited the site at the centre of a beloved Australian industry.
Agriculture expert asks how farmers can mark carbon
An Agricultural Economics expert wants to know how particular parts of the ‘direct action’ plan to reduce climate change will be applied, wondering how much farmers can expect to contribute.
Scientists push to match global standard
Climate scientists have used updated reports of humanity’s impact on the environment to call on Australian politicians to do something beneficial, as they seemingly go backwards compared to the rest of the world.
Several centres link for Indonesian collab.
A new centre at Monash University will investigate ways to strengthen Australia’s bond with Indonesia through research and business collaboration.