Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - June, 2023
General insurers in Australia will repay over $815 million to more than 5.6 million consumers due to broken pricing promises ...
Bank responds to natural hits
The World Bank says it will ease financing for countries hit by natural disasters.
Junk food ad ban lands
Advocates have responded to a proposed junk food advertising ban tabled this week.
RBA notices hike effect
The RBA has acknowledged corporate price hikes contribute to Australia's inflation crisis, according to analysts.
Uni leader seeks free courses
The University of Melbourne's VC has joined with the Greens and student unions to advocate for free tertiary education.
Committee slams unnamed PwC
A parliamentary committee has accused consulting firm PwC of “a calculated breach of trust”.
G7 email scam alleged
Suspected China-based hackers reportedly targeted Australian government officials with an email scam at last month’s G7.
High seas deal surfaces
The United Nations has announced the official launch of its High Seas Treaty.
MDBA opens road to review
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has launched its Roadmap to the 2026 Basin Plan Review.
Critical change coming
The federal government may soon add new materials to Australia’s ‘critical minerals’ list.
Housing bill hampered
The $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) bill will not pass through parliament this week as planned.
PM sees safety need
The Prime Minister has acknowledged that improving workplace conduct standards at Parliament House requires ...
APS changes coming
The Albanese government has taken a significant step towards reforming the public service with the introduction of ...
Digital strategy outlined
The Australian government has launched a consultation process for its Data and Digital Government Strategy.
Grattan studies gas needs
The Grattan Institute is urging Australian governments to phase out natural gas by 2050.
Serco call centre cut
Services Australia is reportedly dumping its $343 million Serco call centre deal, and the 610 staff that went with it.