Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - October, 2016
Australia may need a ‘Plan B’ if the high-tech but low-functioning F-35A aircraft project is delayed.
Woman's world could avoid old issues
An Australian science writer says women can fix the big challenges our planet faces.
ASIC takes insurers to task
ASIC has slammed parts of the life insurance sector after a large review.
School money changes still coming
The Education Minister’s efforts to reform higher education are trundling along.
Cooperative crossbenchers rewarded
Minor-party senators are getting spots on powerful parliamentary committees.
Lifeline NT failed by funding
The Northern Territory government has refused further funding for Lifeline Top End.
ASC split outlined
The Federal Government is looking at splitting the Adelaide-based shipbuilder ASC into three separate companies.
BP ditches Bight drills
BP is abandoning plans for exploration drilling in the Great Australian Bight.
Band bid triggers auction
The Federal Government has rejected Vodafone's $594 million bid for the 700 MHz spectrum.
Gas tax far from firing
As Australia’s gas exports reach incredible levels, a tax designed to share the profits does nothing.
Global check shows longer lives
A massive global health check suggests people are living more years with illness and disability.
Power play leads to security review
Energy ministers have agreed to an independent review of the nation's energy security by chief scientist Alan Finkel.
VET reform to avoid rorts
The Government is shutting down the loans scheme for students undertaking vocational education and training.
Legal leaders clash on consultation
A stoush has emerged between the highest law officers in Australia.
NBN sends new satellite skyward
The NBN’s second Sky Muster satellite has launched, on its way to bringing more coverage to some of our most internet-starved areas.
Public sector places low in LGBTI figures
The public sector is lagging when it comes to workplace LGBTI inclusion.
Major emitter moves toward accord
The world's third largest emitter of greenhouse gases has formally joined the Paris agreement on climate change.