Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - April, 2022
Cyber-spies appear to be the target of new visa cancellation powers.
Academies ready to boost standing
Expert groups have welcomed funding they say will supercharge Australia’s global sci-tech profile.
Broad call for disaster focus
Councils are calling on the next Federal Government to take disaster mitigation seriously.
COP26 goals could cap warming
Experts say that strict adherence to the COP26 climate goals should keep global warming to 2℃.
Cormann calls for aid boost
Mathias Cormann says Australia should increase foreign aid funding, despite having played a role in cutting billions...
Federal ICAC plan goes quiet
The Prime Minister appears to have put aside plans to establish a federal anti-corruption watchdog.
ALP announces basin play
Federal Labor has been criticised by Victoria’s Labor government for its Murray-Darling Basin policy.
PM backs Tudge return
The Prime Minister wants the education minister to get back to work after stepping aside amid an abuse allegation.
ASD to build new hubs
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is building new cyber security hubs in three states.
Greens launch EV plan
The Greens have launched a $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy in their election pitch.
Taylor re-tries ARENA adjustment
The Federal Government is trying for the third time to change the rules so its green energy funds can invest in fossil fuel-related projects.
Labor pledges language funds
The ALP says First Nations languages would be taught in schools if it wins the upcoming election.
ALP wants APS boost
Labor has pledged to employ more public servants and cut the reliance on consultants.
Black Summer fires flooded stratosphere
A new study shows the Black Summer bushfires caused extreme changes to the chemistry of the stratosphere.
Digital ID coming
The state and federal governments remain committed to a national digital ID system.
Gap goals under review
The Productivity Commission is working on a review of Australia’s Closing the Gap agreement.
Smith wants archives saved
A retiring Liberal MP has called for bipartisan support of the National Archives.
Feds reject QLD help
The Federal Government has knocked back the Queensland Government’s plan for a $741 million joint flood relief package.