Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - March, 2024
The Australian Competition Tribunal has overturned the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's (ACCC) previous decision to block ANZ's $4.9 billion acquisition of Suncorp Bank.
Governments agree on NT housing
A $4 billion remote housing initiative is being created to transform NT Indigenous communities.
'Glass cliff' seen for health leaders
Cultural change is needed to increase the number of women in healthcare and medical leadership in Australia ...
AFP discontent continues
Australian Federal Police (AFP) officers are gearing up for potentially unprecedented industrial action.
Big tariff cut coming
The Albanese government is planning to streamline environmental approvals for resource projects, abolishing 500 “nuisance” tariffs.
Bowen knocks nuclear claims
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has dismissed the Coalition's nuclear power fantasy.
Green funds flow to neighbours
Australia has announced a $2 billion green energy fund for southeast Asia.
ASX hit for transparency failures
ASIC has hit the ASX with a $1.05 million fine over thousands of rules breaches.
Gallagher outlines gender buys
The Federal Government will seek to boost procurement from women-owned businesses.
Burgess responds to spy requests
A shred of extra detail has emerged in a spy scandal started by ASIO boss Mike Burgess.
Butler signs insurance rise
Health Minister Mark Butler has officially sanctioned a 3.03 per cent increase in private health insurance premiums, effective from April 1.
Kiss lifted to commissioner role
Australia will soon have a new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner.
New cyber boss appointed
The Federal Government has appointed a new national cyber security coordinator.
UN urges extraction change
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) says the world must start living within its means.
Ethics centre sought
Australia could establish a world-first national body dedicated to applied ethics, potentially unlocking billions ...
AEMO chair announced
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has officially announced Professor Mary O’Kane AC as its new Independent Chair of the Board.
ASEAN links celebrated
A special summit this week marks 50 years of partnership between Australia and ASEAN.
Billions pouring into shift
The Federal Government will spend big to accelerate Australia's transition to renewable energy.