Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - June, 2024
ATO whistleblower Richard Boyle has lost his appeal to halt his criminal prosecution.
Kirkland speaks on ASIC aims
ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland has outlined the regulator’s current priorities.
WGEA shows PS gap
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency has released new analysis of gender equality in the federal public sector.
Gorman speaks on AI needs
Patrick Gorman has spoken on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) within the public sector.
MPs attack federal secrecy
The Albanese government has been accused of undue secrecy by independent MPs.
OAIC calls for openness
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has called for better access to government information.
Quantum deal questioned
The Federal Government has been accused of conducting a misleading expression of interest (EoI) process for quantum computing.
Social media interventions mulled
The US surgeon general wants warning labels on social media platforms, similar to those found on cigarette packages.
Tribunal outlines federal rise
Australian federal politicians and public office holders will see their annual salaries increase by 3.5 per cent from July.
APS invests in new measures
An APS fund will make a $6.5 million investment in nine novel projects to enhance capabilities in the public sector.
Dutton slams clear plan
Opposition leader Peter Dutton says a “renewables-only” energy policy is damaging the economy.
Offshore wind site outlined
The federal government has approved a significant offshore wind energy zone off the New South Wales South Coast.
Experts call for Human Rights Act
Over 700 human rights advocates have urged the Australian Government to introduce a Human Rights Act.
Justice bid outlined
The Federal Government has announced a “justice reinvestment” for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Outsource oversight sought
Recommendations have been made to address PwC’s “disregard” for truth and ethical standards.
PM spruiks China ties
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has written an opinion piece about the importance of productive engagement with China.
Union reacts to ABF safety claims
The Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU) has responded to disturbing workplace revelations from within the Australian Border Force (ABF).
Basic income benefits tallied
Providing a universal basic income (UBI) worldwide could boost economies and address environmental challenges...
Local re-elected to UN body
Natasha Stott Despoja has been re-elected to the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women.
NACC drops robodebt probe
The National Anti-Corruption Commission will not investigate public officials referred by the robodebt royal commission.