Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - February, 2016
Conservative outrage is bubbling at news that children are being taught about sexual orientation and transgender issues at school.
Criticism grows on research relocation
Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce has been slammed for his decision to relocate three Research and Development Corporations.
Explanation expected on China mining links
More mud has been slung at Liberal minister Stuart Robert over his links with Chinese businesspeople.
Lloyd quizzed on lack of support
Public Service Commissioner John Lloyd has been accused not protecting a public servant.
Joyce puts science out to pasture
The Federal Government is moving three Canberra-based research agencies to regional Australia.
Climate effects felt worst by low-emitters
New research shows the countries that emit the least greenhouses gasses suffer the most from them.
Science cuts strike at Australia's future
There is a lot of concern about the future of Australian science and technology, with hundreds of jobs cut from the leading government organisation.
Clear value in cheaper care
A new study says effective childcare reform could add tens of thousands to the workforce and bring a multi-billion-dollar economic boost.
Carmichael clears green hurdle
The Queensland Government has given permission that could see Adani get started on Australia’s largest coal mine.
Payment won in "glass jaw" compo case
A federal tribunal has found public servants who suffer psychological harm from minor office disputes may be entitled to workers’ compensation.
Solid funding call for much-needed help
Aboriginal parents, students and educators want a consistent school funding model that actually delivers benefits.
Survey shows need for bigger net
Three-quarters of Australian voters realise corruption is not limited to unions.
Equality wanting for next few decades
Workplace analysts say it will be 2050 before gender equality is widespread in the global workforce.
IR revival could trigger whole new poll
The Coalition’s centrepiece industrial relations bill will be introduced in Parliament today, and has already kicked off a furore.