Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - March, 2023
Australia has announced it will build eight nuclear-powered submarines, known as SSN AUKUS.
APS seen as gender leader
Advocates want the Australian Public Service (APS) to be an example of how to be a gender-equal employer.
Date set for APS talks
The APS formal bargaining process is scheduled to commence on March 30, according to the Australian Public Service Commission.
Ex-Snowy boss opens up
The former boss of Snowy 2.0 says Australia’s coal power stations may need to stay open for longer.
Human Rights Act outlined
A proposed new human rights model includes new obligations for public servants.
Sub plan to land soon
The Prime Minister will this week give details on a well-telegraphed submarine purchase.
ASIC report remains dark
The Treasurer has blocked the release of a report into the behaviour of ASIC’s deputy chair.
Inquiry to eye franking plan
The Albanese government’s planned franking credit crackdown has been referred to a Senate inquiry.
Wage body cleared of Coalition
Coalition appointees have been unceremoniously dumped from the minimum wage panel.
Gap goals get further
Nine of Australia’s ‘Closing the Gap’ targets are not on track, according to new data.
Gender gaps tracked
A new federal resource is being set up to track progress on gender inequality issues.
High Court mulls breach
The High Court will soon decide if Facebook is liable for mass data breaches.
NIAA outlines Voice role
The head of the NIAA says the agency will play a key myth-busting role in Australia’s Voice referendum.
Sub numbers suggested
US officials have told reporters that Australia could buy up to five Virginia class subs as part of the AUKUS deal.
Several dodge harassment sessions
A number of federal MPs and senators are yet to complete sexual harassment training.
Teal staffer saga continues
A political staffer is seeking compensation after the MP she worked for allegedly made her work more than 70 hours a week.