Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - April, 2018
The CEFC has given $5 million in support for a company that makes energy-saving thermostats.
Experts want different waste focus
An expansion of waste-to-energy projects is on the way, but experts say we cannot burn out problems away.
Gonski calls for big shift
The new Gonski report says Australia's school curriculum should be changed to focus to individual student achievements.
Low speed linked to MTM
The outgoing boss of the NBN says government policy is behind some slow speeds.
New reef funds aimed at adaptation
The Federal Government has announced a $500 million package to help deal with the problems facing the Great Barrier Reef.
Cities swamped by students
New figures suggest Australia’s cities are struggling to handle the influx of international students.
ANAO suggestions rejected
The Treasury Department has dismissed all recommendations in a report on its corporate planning and reporting responsibilities.
CPSU pay plan questioned
The Department of Home Affairs has warned Fair Work not to be ‘seduced’ the CPSU's plan to end a pay stoush.
Feds ditch NDIS filler
The Federal Government is scrapping a Medicare levy hike intended to pour billions into the NDIS.
Poles poke $30,000 holes
‘Human error’ and security bollards have led to a $30,000 damage bill for Commonwealth cars.
Advocates allege Sky Muster misuse
NBN Co has been accused of misusing its Sky Muster satellite service.
Feds boost DHS phone jobs
The Federal Government says it is hiring an additional 1,000 Centrelink call centre operators.
NEG chats to continue
State and territory energy ministers have agreed to continue discussions on the National Energy Guarantee (NEG).
Open letter seeks key cash reforms
Australians should be taxed to “fund the health, education and transport services we need”, according to an open letter from 46 other high-profile signatories.
Change to make NAIF more available
The Federal Government is loosening the requirements for NAIF funding.
Court backs freedom of tweets
The sacking of a public servant for her views on asylum seeker policy has been ruled unlawful.
Advisors lacking academic backing
The financial services royal commission has heard just over a third of financial advisers hold a related university degree.
AFP lets leaks slide
The AFP has laid no charges after investigating the bumbling loss of hundreds of sensitive cabinet documents.
ATO chief seeks image improvement
ATO chief Chris Jordan says the agency is very keen to restore public confidence.
Feds mulling credit plan
The Federal Government is considering allowing energy companies to buy offsets to comply with the 26 per cent emissions reduction target under the NEG.
NBN issues soar
An official report reveals complaints about the NBN soared more than 200 per cent over the last six months of last year.