Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - September, 2020
PM pushes return to work
Scott Morrison has hinted at a return to offices for public servants across Australia.
Feds fund new places
The Federal Government says $326 million will pay for 12,000 new places at Australian universities.
Major players avoid UN pledge
The Prime Minister says global efforts to increase biodiversity are inconsistent with Australia’s policies.
Building backed in COVID survey
Some of Australia’s top economists have backed boosts to JobSeeker and social housing over tax cuts.
China unveils green goal
The world's largest polluter has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2060.
DFAT speaks on veto plans
Reports say a federal agency has attempted to calm universities’ concerns about foreign veto plans.
Police accused of political gag
University staff have criticised NSW Police for being “undemocratic” and suppressing freedom of speech.
Judge labels Tudge action 'criminal'
A judge has accused Immigration Minister Alan Tudge of criminal conduct.
NBN upgrades announced
After several years and billions spent on an inferior NBN, the Federal Government is now planning improvements.
Emissions plan outlined
The Federal Government has laid out its plan for reducing carbon emissions, funnelling investment to ...
Preparedness slammed
Australia has gaping holes in its natural disaster preparedness, according to someone who knows.
Bushfire health costs near $2b
The most recent bushfire season in Australia racked up smoke-related health costs of around $1.95 billion ...
ACCC facing off over news
The ACCC is standing firm against Facebook’s threat to block news content.
AER assesses pole costs
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) says consumers are now paying less for the transportation of electricity.
Big leak reveals global laundering
A mass leak of US Government files has revealed details of global money-laundering networks.
Data-sharing details open
Authorities are working out the kinks in proposed public data-sharing laws.
Hydro 'white elephant' slammed
Dozens of experts have signed an open letter to the PM, saying Snowy 2.0 is turning into a “$10 billion white elephant”.