Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - April, 2016
Youth homelessness costs national health and justice systems more than $600 million a year.
Sinodinos steers clear of money probe
Federal Government frontbencher Arthur Sinodinos is standing by his decision not to front a Senate committee.
UN called in island's identity fight
The 2,000 residents of Norfolk Island say Australia is trying to “re-colonise” their tiny South Pacific home.
$50 mil to fill 'black hole' in Reef funding
Projects to boost water quality on the Great Barrier Reef have been announced.
Asylum deal shattered in PNG
Asylum seekers may be able to claim damages from the Australian government following a ruling by the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Supreme Court.
Climate cuts land at CSIRO
The CSIRO has unveiled its formal restructuring plans, which include more than 275 job cuts.
Dramatic gas clip in QLD call to action
International attention has been drawn to the CSG industry in Queensland on the back of a YouTube video.
PNG urges coal mine cooling
The Papua New Guinea Government wants Australia to slow down its rampant coal mining operations in the face of the Paris Agreement on carbon emissions.
Stronger stance taken on steel dumps
The Federal Government has moved to combat the oversupply of Chinese steel.
Bendigo slammed for island operations
Bendigo Bank is under pressure to cease its operations on Nauru.
Bargaining brick wall could break
The ALP says it will unwind the LNP’s harsh public sector bargaining policy if it wins the next election.
Cyber abilities revealed/expanded
The Australian Government has admitted it can conduct cyber attacks.
Risks rise in profitable science push
Australia's leading scientists are concerned that the CSIRO will lose millions of dollars in international grants.
More funds for bank-busting
The Federal Government is setting up a levy on banks to enhance regulation.
Plastic bans in planning
Reports say a Senate committee will soon call for bans on microbeads and single-use plastic bags.
Boat deal sees split build
The Prime Minister has announced a $3 billion program that will see 12 offshore patrol vessels built in Adelaide and WA.
RSRT forced off the road
The senate has agreed to abolish Labor’s Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal.
Green money-grab detailed
The Greens have released an 18-point policy plan they say will stamp out tax avoidance by multinationals and raise at least AU$1.69 billion in additional revenue.
Sugar tax effects checked, denied
Advocates say a 20 per cent tax on sugary drinks will save 1,600 lives over 25 years, while reducing the social costs of diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
Tech head warns of 'innovation' overuse
Telstra's chief technology officer says “innovation” is at risk of becoming a meaningless buzzword.