Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - March, 2023
HECS architect defends scheme
The economist that designed Australia’s student loan system says it is not unfair to women.
Senator sees safeguard issue
The Albanese Government’s proposed changes to Australia’s safeguard mechanism have been questioned by an independent senator.
Robert faces robo-probe
Former government minister Stuart Robert has given his version of history to the ‘Robodebt’ royal commission.
Super debate sizzling
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has kicked a hornet’s nest by signalling “sustainability” changes in super tax concessions.
Gender scheme working
Companies that obtain Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) citations have lower wage gaps, new stats show.
IA overhaul announced
Infrastructure Australia is up for a major overhaul, according to Catherine King.
No jail over welfare grift
A former Commonwealth public servant has avoided imprisonment despite admitting to establishing a fake Centrelink account to receive JobSeeker payments.
Stats show confident rise
New figures suggest Australians’ confidence in the federal government has increased.