Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - April, 2019
Energy Minister Angus Taylor says the Federal Government will consider underwriting a coal baseload power station.
Disability abuse commission called
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has launched a royal commission into the abuse and neglect of disabled Australians.
Franking inquiry backs credits
A parliamentary inquiry has recommended Australia keep its controversial franking credit scheme.
Barbs traded over park money
The Indigenous Affairs Minister says the NT Government “doesn't know how to read a budget paper”.
Budget sees PS grow
The federal public sector will grow and become more cyber-capable in the coming year ...
Indigenous voice sought
The new Budget includes millions in funding to pursue an Indigenous voice in federal parliament.
Late bills crammed through
The Senate rushed the passage of dozens of bills in a pre-election spree this week.
Outback housing left short
A remote Indigenous housing plan remains in limbo in Queensland, with no new money in the budget this week.
Feds expand climate timeline
The Morrison Government has decided to spend its $2 billion “climate solutions fund” over 15 years, not 10.
Labor wants MDB changes
The ALP says it would withdraw support for a major part of Murray-Darling Basin Plan, if elected.