Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
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.
New site for missile builds
Australia is buying new missiles to boost its long-range strike capability.
New site to draw mining money
Australia has launched a digital prospectus to encourage critical minerals investment.
Shorten leaves with robodebt pledge
Bill Shorten says advocacy for robodebt victims will continue after his retirement.
Many needed for early education
A severe shortage of early childhood educators is pushing Australia’s care sector to the brink.
RBA boss feels pain
RBA Governor Michele Bullock says persistently high inflation continues to strain Australian households.
Remote funds renewed
Up to $45 million will go to extending scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
AI protections proposed
The Federal Government has outlined new “guardrails” for businesses’ use of AI.