Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The MDBA is moving ahead with designs to improve the movement of water through the Barmah-Millewa Reach of the Murray River.
UN report demands action
Climate change impacts are larger, more rapid and worse than previous estimates, but humanity can tackle them.
Missile deal coming
The United States has approved the sale of up to US$895 million (AU$1.3 billion) worth of the guided weapons.
Patrick pushes for FOI opening
The OAIC is being taken to Federal Court over freedom of information (FOI) delays.
UK backs space reactor
The UK Space Agency is backing research into the use of nuclear power on the Moon.
Voice tool fooled
Reporters have shown the ease with which voice identification systems used by government services can be fooled.
Welfare probe continues
Calls have been made to scrap the “punitive” mutual obligation system for Australia’s jobseekers.
Keating attacks nuclear subs
Former prime minister Paul Keating has savaged Australia's nuclear submarine deal.
MRRF pays out
The Federal Government has put up nearly $400 million for medical research projects, including projects to improve First Nations health.
NDIS case coming
Hundreds of older Australians have joined a class action over their exclusion from the NDIS.
Climate extremes counted
Scientists have released a review of the “unprecedented and unexpected” climate extremes in 2022.
Bowen seeks safe passage
The Federal Government says not supporting its climate policies will make matters worse.
Sub deal detailed
Australia has announced it will build eight nuclear-powered submarines, known as SSN AUKUS.
APS seen as gender leader
Advocates want the Australian Public Service (APS) to be an example of how to be a gender-equal employer.