Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - August, 2022
A conservative free-market think tank says the interest bill on Australia’s debt could be $75 billion by 2030.
Pay proposal for dire shortage
The Federal Government is considering financial incentives to solve a serious teacher shortage.
RBA updates outlook
The RBA’s updated inflation forecast suggests there will be some serious challenges ahead.
Building body prepped for death
Internal documents from the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) show staff were warned not to campaign against Labor’s election.
Defence review drafted
The Federal Government has announced a strategic review of Australia’s defence capability.
Research skills boost revived
CSIRO is bringing back a program to boost the commercialisation skills of Australian researchers.
Super bill looms
The public sector union wants to be briefed about the federal government’s plan for the public service’s superannuation.
Greens back emissions bill
The Federal Government says the climate wars are “in retreat” with the likely passage of its new climate bill.
MDB target to be missed
A review has found that 450 GL of water meant for the environment of the Murray-Darling Basin will not be recovered by 2024.
NAB boss backs target
One of the biggest names in Australian finance says an emissions target will drive a green lending boom.
Gold giant backs Voice
A South African mining firm has thrown its support behind the push for constitutional recognition for Indigenous Australians.
Judge laments fine size
A judge has warned there are not enough powers to deter illegal behaviour by CFMEU members.