Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - December, 2022
Ex-PM grilled over debt scheme
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has fronted the Robodebt royal commission.
Ministry moves backed
Public integrity experts say they support the recommendations of the Bell inquiry.
Report shows road cost rise
Infrastructure Australia says road construction costs will peak at $7.6 billion next financial year.
MCA upset at EPA plan
Australia's main mining lobby is concerned about stronger environmental regulations.
Bulk biller rort revealed
A collapsed bulk billing medical centre has been accused of systematically rorting Medicare over a number of years.
Court rejects data claim
The Australian Federal Court has dismissed a lawsuit against Google that claimed it misled users about personal data changes.
Feds seek extra protection
The government appears to be firming up the defences of its major agencies in the wake of recent cyberattacks.
Robo-probe continues
The Robodebt royal commission has heard details of bureaucratic involvement in the unlawful scheme.
Mayor says camp ready for re-use
Brisbane’s lord mayor says a disused quarantine facility is ready to be used as crisis accommodation.
New green cop outlined
The Federal Government has pledged to fix Australia’s “broken” environmental laws, and set up a tough federal EPA.
Whistleblower body considered
The Federal Government says it is strengthening whistleblower protections.
ARENA marks green birthday
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
ASIC slammed after coal fail
Financial regulator ASIC has been slammed over the collapse of a critical WA coal mine.