Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - June, 2014
Hundreds of hackers will soon sink their digital teeth into piles of Australian Government data for the benefit of the nation.
Technical win in church funds finding
The High Court has ruled that the Federal Government is not able to fund chaplains in schools, and that a $250 million effort to do so was not constitutionally valid.
Icy climes fail to slow human hits on Antarctica
Authorities from Australia and around the world say Antarctica faces major risks, and more must be done to help.
Lines drawn, options passed in vote to kill anti-green bill
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) lives on for now, and the Prime Minister has been handed his first option for a double dissolution.
Obama sets sights on Pacific fish pirates
International fisheries may be the target of an assault by the United States.
Months of power darken solar schemes
Federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt pledged the re-funding of a half-billion-dollar solar roof scheme in the election run-up, but now appears to have found just $2 million to pay for it.
Budget march busts city streets
Thousands of union workers and supporters have descended to the streets of Melbourne to voice their outrage at what they see as a heavy-handed federal budget.
Health check to mark toll from grueling government job
The Australian Government has launched it largest ever mental health check for the Defence Force, with a $5 million scheme covering several years.
Important bill to bring new recognition
A private member's bill is seeking to acknowledge Aboriginal people as the original and traditional custodians of Western Australia, which some say comes far too late.
Talks turn in positive direction for post-budget dealing
The Treasurer has mounted an impassioned defence of the Federal Budget, in an address to business associates at the Sydney Institute.
Latest green flash hints at White Paper progress
The Federal Government has released another green paper covering some ideas for development in the northern half of Australia.
US floats plan for ocean-bound revolution
One US company wants to create a world of ‘start-up’ governments, which hold sovereignty in floating cities on the ocean.
Australia's high-tech spy links stay solid, with no apologies
Prime Minister Tony Abbott has defended Australia’s role in a multinational spy information-sharing network, and will never apologise for “doing what’s necessary”.
Customs corruption comes to light quite late
The brother of Australia's Customs and border protection chief Michael Pezzullo will be sentenced on corruption charges today, over allegations he sold prescription drugs within his brother’s department.
Historic health check shows missed killers
Decades of neglect have allowed infectious diseases to devastate lives in the developing world, a study reveals.
Australians value good tax usage over cuts with no ideas
Adding to the sense that many Australians are not doing it as tough as the Federal Government insists, a survey has shown that many would be willing to pay more tax in exchange for better services.
Big name MP drops spots before legal hot water
Federal MP and (possibly former) mining magnate Clive Palmer has resigned several directorships ahead of a court battle with a Chinese conglomerate.
Conspiracy claims in critical waste debate
A Howard government lawyer involved in planning a nuclear waste storage site has been accused of manipulating the legal system to make sure it goes ahead.
New man on NBN plan reeks of backroom dealing
A new appointment at the company behind the National Broadband Network signals dodgy relationships between the Federal Government and private sector, some say.
Pre-election worker worries drive down unions
Union membership is at a low point across the country, but the reason for the drop depends on who is asked.
Prior views could distort RET review
The Federal Government is being accused of rigging the outcome in its choice of leaders for the Renewable Energy Target (RET) review.