Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The Federal Government has announced plans to open five urgent healthcare centres in South Australia, with four to be located in metropolitan areas and one in Mount Gambier.
Sanctions grow on anniversary
Australia has marked a year since the escalation of conflict between Russia and Ukraine by tightening...
Witness J insight sought
Remarks made in the sentencing of former intelligence officer Witness J could be released.
Inflation report shifts blame
New research suggests the main driver for inflation in Australia is excess corporate profits, not wages.
"Surge" to back OSB
Additional military aircraft and ships have been deployed to the north of Australia to support border protection efforts.
Court quiet on access change
The Federal Court has declined to release details about a vote to reduce access to legal documents.
Foreign bodies could be revealed
The Commonwealth may soon publicly identify countries that are responsible for foreign interference campaigns in Australia.
Tech firms probed on safety
Tech giants are being called to report on their measures for keeping children safe.
Bias seen in PEP-11 rejection
A judge has ruled that former prime minister Scott Morrison's decision to reject a gas exploration licence off the coast of New South Wales was “infected by apprehended bias”.
Green path laid for industry
An expert consultation process has laid out a path to decarbonisation in Australia.
Chalmers seeks super change
Australia's superannuation system could get a makeover, with the government cracking down on early access to retirement funds.
Big health grants open
The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) has opened up millions of dollars in grant opportunities.
CSIRO links for future work
Australian and US scientists are combining their smarts to tackle global challenges.
IBAC issues red flag report
A new report says public servants must be able to spot infrastructure red flags.
Long COVID experts heard
Leading experts are contributing to the government’s Long COVID & Repeat Infections Inquiry.
New head for leadership body
The Federal Government has appointed Dr Vivienne Thom to lead its bipartisan parliamentary leadership taskforce.
Plibersek issues plastic warning
Federal environment minister Tanya Plibersek has threatened to regulate to improve recycling rates.
RAAF fights drug run
An advanced Australian plane is helping stop the flow of drugs from North Korea.
Ranger plans slow
A government agency has explained a delay in plans for a new Indigenous ranger strategy.
Gas study undermined
The CSIRO has been criticised over the findings of a report on fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.