Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - August, 2019
The Federal Government wants a “better deal” out of a visa scheme that allows the rich to buy their way into the country.
Andrews plugs space jobs
Questions have been asked about the ability of Australia’s new space agency to create jobs.
Senator reveals Pezzullo's praise
Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo has complimented the AFP for its raid on journalist Annika Smethurst.
Official look at Chinese influence
A new Federal Government taskforce will look at Chinese influence at Australian universities.
Report denies nuclear need
Australia's renewable energy boom allows it to leapfrog nuclear power, a new report says.
Legal action over traditional rejection
Environment Minister Sussan Ley is being sued after she rejected a heritage protection bid in favour of a Chinese coal project.
ABS re-thinking data duration
The ABS may re-examine how long it keeps Census names, addresses and other data.
ACCC lights up gas issues
The ACCC says gas prices and margins remain too high despite easing market pressures.
Big lobby gets power money
The Federal Government has paid a lobby to help small businesses navigate the energy market.
Feds want tech terror measures
The Federal Government has announced it will look at ISP-level site-blocking of ‘dangerous material’.
MP's report shows prison rise
A new report finds the proportion of Indigenous Australians in prison has doubled in thirty years.
Nadine Flood leaving CPSU
Nadine Flood is stepping down as national secretary of the Community and Public Sector Union.
Chinese reliance questioned
Experts have warned of a “catastrophic” downturn in Chinese students at Australian universities.
Defence wants south pole setup
Australia's Defence Force wants to install technology in Antarctica, but the Antarctic Treaty explicitly bans military activity.
Australia tops coal export tally
Australia is the world's third-largest fossil fuel exporter, behind Russia and Saudi Arabia, new stats show.
IR boss calls for calm debate
A central figure in Australian industrial relations wants unions and big businesses to stop shouting at each other.
Pacific summit ends sour
Australia has been accused of prioritising its economy over the lives of its Pacific neighbours.