Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The Federal Government says it wants to secure critical technology supply chains.
Post-COVID step missing
Brett Sutton and Stephen Duckett say there is a “missing recovery phase” in the national COVID-19 road map.
Fair Work clarifies leave needs
The CPSU is claiming a win at the Fair Work Commission on personal leave.
Feds to pay in huge phone deal
The Australian Government may pay for the majority of a deal that will see Telstra buy Pacific telco Digicel.
Stoker seeks disclosure shift
Assistant Minister to the Attorney-General Amanda Stoker says Australia’s whistleblowing laws.
Australia low on green table
Australia has ranked last among nations in the latest Climate Change Performance Index.
PM wants CCS for CEFC
The Federal Government wants to expand the Clean Energy Finance Corporation’s investment remit ...
Fuel plan to promote EVs
The Morrison Government has made a bold u-turn in its stance on electric vehicles (EVs).
Blockchain urged for key papers
Experts suggest government agencies use blockchain technology to secure vaccination certificates.
Carbon reclaims COVID ground
Global greenhouse gas emissions are almost back to pre-pandemic levels.
CEFC backs hydro-trucks
The Australian Government is investing in the world’s heaviest fuel cell electric trucks.
CSIRO reports on EV needs
CSIRO has provided new insights into the future supply and demand of metals critical for the renewable energy revolution.
Cartel crunch questioned
The competition watchdog wants legal changes to stop “cartel activity” by global freight companies.
New site for tissue industry
A new centre has been created to train a workforce in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.
PM's prize for viral pioneer
A COVID-19 vaccine pioneer has been awarded the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science.
Clearview told to close eyes
Australia’s privacy commissioner has ordered facial recognition company Clearview AI to stop scanning the faces of Australians.
Defence sees extreme interest
Federal agencies say extremist recruits are seeking military training.