Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - November, 2018
The Federal Government has put up $500 million to “turbocharge” the construction of new dams and irrigation projects.
Paid parental changes proposed
A new plan would see families gain greater flexibility with how they use paid parental leave entitlements.
Australia to boost PNG power
Australia will spend $25 million a year to electrify Papua New Guinea, according to a new deal.
NDIS stats show positive results
Over 200,000 Australians are now on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), and almost all report positive experiences.
Senate backs donation plan
A bill to ban foreign political donations has passed the Senate, despite concerns about a loophole.
Union concerned over ATO office
A $36 million fit-out at an Australian Tax Office building in Melbourne is set to slash floor space.
Council makes drought link
The Climate Council says the severe drought gripping much of Australia has been exacerbated by climate change.
Fuel giant wants carbon price
Australian oil and gas giant Woodside wants a national carbon pricing scheme.
IEA reports on power shift
A new report details the major transformations underway for the global energy sector, driven largely by renewables.
Face-matching flaw outlined
Australia’s new face-matching system will be prone to misreading non-Caucasian faces, experts say.
Foodbank funding falling
The Foodbank charity says the Federal Government’s decision to slash its funding “beggars belief”.
Government blocks gas deal
The Federal Government says it will block Hong Kong-based CK Group’s $13 billion buyout of gas pipeline operator APA Group.
My Health opt-out ending
The window of time to opt out of the My Health Record system closes this week.
PM outlines Pacific fund
The Prime Minister is announcing a $2 billion infrastructure financing facility for the Pacific.
PM angry over China deal
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews should have involved him before signing a major deal with China.
Adani skirts water trigger
Adani has bypassed the need for a full environmental impact assessment, against governmental advice.
APRA gets tech boost
APRA’s funding has been boosted by $58.7 million to address next-generation risks.
Big gas tax hike outlined
Oil and gas giants will be hit with a $6 billion tax hike over the next decade.