Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - July, 2013
A new Productivity Commission report says over one million Australians live in deep or very deep social exclusion, and that economic growth in the country has not helped the disadvantaged.
State and Fed funds for Reef repair
The Reef Water Quality Protection Plan has been released by the Queensland Government. It says while much progress has been made to reduce farm chemical runoff, the Great Barrier Reef is still in dire straits.
Crean leavin' on a jet plane
The former Labor leader may be taking a classic approach to leaving his job; burning up all his accrued holiday time with a trip to Europe.
Decision drawn out on Abbot Point dredging
One of the most important decisions in recent eco-political history has been delayed, with the Federal Environment Minister pushing back his call on dredging near the Great Barrier Reef by more than a month.
Referendum promise reignited
The Labor Government has promised a referendum within two years to recognise Aboriginal people in the nation’s constitution, if they are re-elected.
Rudd backs Gillard's pick in NT
The Prime Minister will keep his predecessor’s “Captain’s pick” for Nova Peris to top NT Labor’s ballot.
Tassie takes Gonski past half way
Tasmania has signed on to the Federal Government’s national schools funding plan, leading to an announcement that the deal is past its tipping point and remaining states should get on board.
Insulation Chief calls for compensation
The chief executive of Australia’s Insulation Council says the industry has taken a massive hit from the botched insulation stimulus scheme, and that compensation may now be needed.
Beazley says, "Don't forget the US"
Australia’s ambassador to the United States says Australia is missing a golden opportunity by focussing on China rather than the US.
Crean gleans it's time to leave
A Labor party stalwart and one of Federal Parliament's longest serving members has announced his retirement.
Henbury goes bust, may drag carbon farming with it
A $9 million contribution from the Federal Government could not save one Northern Territory farm, with news Henbury Station has gone bust throwing doubt on the carbon farming program.
Limelight on free films for NAIDOC Week
The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) will celebrate NAIDOC week by providing free access to Indigenous films across Australia, as well as presenting a selection at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image in Melbourne.
Plans to secure Aboriginal jobs in all states
The Federal Government has released a new economic development plan stating any works with over $5 million in Government funds must provide employment opportunities for indigenous Australians.
Rudd running crusade on corruption
Kevin Rudd is on a war-path to stamp out corruption in the Labor party, starting in New South Wales.
Anti-bullying officers fail to heed their own advice
An Industrial Relations inquiry has been called in NSW after revelations of a troubling irony; WorkCover NSW may be rife with workplace bullying.
Federal focus on non-physical stress
A new Federal Government initiative has been launched in an effort to ensure the mental health and safety of Australians at work.