Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Two former judges in the US have been charged over a scheme to send children to private prisons for kickbacks.
EV incentives considered
The Albanese government is considering imposing carbon emissions rules on new car sales to boost electric vehicle take-up.
Charity tour gets rolling
The Albanese Government has launched town hall consultations with the charity sector.
DTA seeks data panel
The Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) is looking for a new data centre panel to launch in 2023.
Morrison probe suggested
Politicians are pushing for parliament’s privileges committee to probe Scott Morrison’s secret ministerial appointments.
Russia run off NCA site
The National Capital Authority (NCA) has terminated the Russian embassy’s lease in Canberra.
CCC head makes federal suggestions
A legal expert says the Federal Government should look to WA when creating its national anti-corruption body.
Energy MPs reach agreement
Australia’s federal, state and territory energy ministers have voted to focus on emissions reduction as an energy goal.
Ex-PM's secret posts slammed
Reports say former prime minister Scott Morrison secretly swore himself into additional federal government portfolios when in office.
ARENA funds steam test
ARENA is funding a pilot project to generate steam from stored thermal energy.
Boat call details emerge
New details have emerged about the controversial move to publicise an election day boat interception.
Fine for lack of RAT data
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has fined two pharmaceutical companies over low quality rapid antigen tests (RATs).
Google fined for hidden location
Google has been ordered to pay $60 million for misleading consumers.
New body for NDIS theft
An NDIS taskforce has been created to hunt down the theft of billions from disability clients.
Climate direction questioned
An Australian expert says global funds are being misallocated to deal with the wrong climate threats.
Dutton's pick uncovered
Peter Dutton appears to have overruled the Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s choice for a new executive director.
ATO opens APS door
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is offering students a “foot in the door” for the Australian Public Service.
Feds fund bin expansion
The federal and ACT governments are working to stop the export of waste products in Canberra.
Heads reflect on bio-threats
Public sector leaders have appeared before a senate committee on the adequacy of Australia’s biosecurity measures.