Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government - September, 2024
Australia and Germany have agreed to expand their collaboration on energy and climate initiatives through a joint $660 million investment in green hydrogen.
Infrastructure heads appointed
The Australian government has announced the appointment of three commissioners to lead Infrastructure Australia for the next five years.
Melbourne set for airport expansion
Melbourne Airport is set to undergo a significant transformation following the Australian Government’s approval of a third runway.
Nurse talks open
The Australian Government has opened a public consultation for its National Nursing Workforce Strategy.
Secret ministers stopped
New regulations are aimed at preventing future occurrences of secret ministerial appointments.
ATO owed over $100 billion
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) says it is owed an unprecedented level of unpaid tax - now over $100 billion.
Coalition bails on RBA reforms
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is looking at new options after the Coalition pulled out of RBA reform talks.
Defence RC report released
After a three-year inquiry, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has released its final report ...
Defence tech measures probed
A Defence audit has revealed major failures in securing critical ICT systems against cyber threats.
First Nations arts board populated
The Albanese government has appointed its inaugural First Nations Board for the Arts.
Info bill put forth
New legislation has been created to address harmful misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms.
Jail time for doxing proposed
Australia is set to introduce new legislation aimed at doxing and other forms of online harassment.
New uni ombud coming
The government is establishing an independent Ombudsman to tackle sexual violence in universities.
PM slammed at mining night
Anthony Albanese received a cold welcome at the annual parliamentary dinner for the mining industry.
Billions aimed at violence
National Cabinet has agreed to a $4.7 billion plan to tackle the growing crisis of family and gender-based violence.
Gas imports dubbed "failure"
Australia, one of the world’s largest gas exporters, is poised to begin importing natural gas.
Gillard urges gender retention
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard has urged the Labor Party to retain its 50 per cent female target for parliamentary candidates.