Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - August, 2023
The ACCC is allowing Australian banks to collaborate on the development of industry standards to combat scams.
Jobless rate grows
The Australian unemployment rate experienced a slight rise of 0.2 percentage points, reaching 3.7 per cent in July.
Pay gap persists
Australia’s gender pay gap is at its lowest ever level, but still sees women paid significantly less than men.
Scheme to lower home entry
The Albanese Government has revived its Help to Buy scheme, offering up to 40 per cent deposit assistance for home buyers.
ABS regrets LGBTIQ+ left out
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has issued a “statement of regret” for omitting key LGBTIQ+ topics in the 2021 census.
AI driving new bullies
The eSafety Commissioner says children have started using AI to bully their peers.
Anti-violence targets announced
The Federal Government has, for the first time, set targets for ending violence against women and children.
ASD faces KPMG issue
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has found itself embroiled in the widening controversy surrounding consulting firm KPMG.
Defence faces croc fine
The Department of Defence faces a $1.5 million fine over a crocodile attack.
NBN goes for new option
NBN Co has unveiled a revised broadband pricing plan it hopes will gain approval from the competition watchdog.
PM outlines housing boost
The Prime Minister has offered state and local councils $3.5 billion to fast-track the construction of 1.2 million homes.
Voice sought for climate
Experts say Indigenous voices need to lead Australia’s response to the climate crisis.
US judge tells state to help
A court ruling means government agencies must protect citizens from impacts of climate change in Montana.
Broad deal bothers business
Businesses want the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to be strict on multi-employer bargaining.
New count for climate
A new tool to track climate progress shows most fossil fuel producers are coming up short.
AEMO preps grid shift
AEMO has been running a grid connections “boot camp” for clean energy projects.
Dump plan abandoned
The Federal Government appears to have scrapped plans for a nuclear waste dump in regional South Australia.
Fresh funds for Gap goals
A $44 Million funding boost has been provided to support at-risk First Nations families.
Local tech ban raised
The Albanese government may ban Australian investment in sensitive technology projects in China, mirroring a move by the US.
New funds for dry times
The Federal Government has put up $38 million in drought preparedness funding.