Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - March, 2024
The shop assistant union has called for the compulsory breakup of Coles and Woolworths.
AEMO seeks new supplies
AEMO has called for more gas investment, as the majority of Australia’s supply continues to be exported.
AER changes offer
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has laid out power price adjustments for consumers.
Call to improve indoor air
Scientists and industry leaders are pushing for action on clean indoor air.
FOI warning in rorts case
A recent legal case could send a warning to public servants over freedom of information requests.
Governments plug deeper ties
Australia and the United Kingdom have formalised a new cooperation agreement on defence and security.
NDIS group seeks grifts
The Federal Government has announced a new taskforce to crack down on overcharging of NDIS participants.
Pandemic Accord pushed
Over 100 world leaders have voiced their support for the finalisation of the ‘Pandemic Accord’.
PBS shift in opioid stats
New figures suggest Australia saw a decline in opioid after PBS policy changes.
Police data use probed
Concerns have been raised about how law enforcement and integrity agencies access and store telecommunications data.
ALRC gives school advice
The Attorney-General has received advice on legal reforms aimed at addressing discrimination in private schools.
Australia backs nuclear boost
Australia will put up billions of dollars to help Rolls-Royce improve the UK’s nuclear reactor production line.
Climate markers climb
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2023 set a grim milestone as the hottest year on record, with climate indicators reaching catastrophic levels.
Airport strikes delayed
Planned strikes that could have interrupted holiday flight plans have been postponed.
Parkinson moves to super
A former leading federal public servant has joined the board of a major super fund.
RBA appointments attacked
Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has accused Treasurer Jim Chalmers of attempting to politicise the central bank
Big R&D boost proposed
Investing 3 per cent of GDP into research could boost the economy by $100 billion and create 42,000 new jobs ...
Offshore issue spotted
Australia’s Biodiversity Council has questioned a proposed environmental law carve out for the offshore oil and gas industry.
US warning on water hacks
The US Government has issued a warning about the vulnerability of water systems to cyberattacks.