Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - July, 2024
Australia, alongside around 80 other nations, has reached agreement on rules governing global digital commerce.
Cyber roles shift
Australia has a new Minister for Cyber Security and has established the position of Special Envoy for Cyber Security and Digital Resilience.
Digital advances detailed
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is set to release a report on global developments and emerging competition and consumer issues online.
Gap goals going slowly
Some “deeply troubling” trends have appeared in the latest Closing the Gap report.
Social media concerns detailed
Experts say the federal government social media inquiry is deeply flawed.
Locals aid basin efforts
The MDBA is running a new project that blends traditional First Nations knowledge with modern fisheries science.
Albanese announces reshuffle
The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced his first major ministerial reorganisation since taking office in 2022.
ARENA backs AEMO work
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency is investing in the Australian Energy Market Operator's Engineering Roadmap.
Councils call for grant return
Local government advocates have called for funding shake-up in a federal inquiry.
Offshore permits opened
The Australian government has finalised a series of new offshore exploration permits aimed at bolstering gas supply.
Saline shortage causes concern
Australia's healthcare system is facing a critical shortage of saline IV fluids.
Sluggish sub scheme forecast
Australia’s submarine boss says the AUKUS project will be slow and expensive.
Full environment fix calculated
Saving Australia's environment, including its threatened wildlife and degraded landscapes, would cost about 0.3 per cent of the nation's GDP, according to a new report.
Merger bill coming
The Albanese Government has unveiled draft legislation aimed at reforming Australia's merger rules.
Leaders pen NDIS letter
State and territory leaders have reiterated concerns about the federal government's plans for the NDIS.