Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
UN officials say the Great Barrier Reef should be placed on a list of world heritage sites “in danger”.
Senators split on water reforms
The LNP has been divided by a vote on the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
No jail for Witness K
A whistleblower has been spared jail time after revealing Australia bugged a foreign government to benefit Woodside.
ARENA changes challenged
A Coalition-controlled committee says proposed changes to ARENA may be illegal.
TGA reviews One Nation drug claims
The medical regulator is investigating claims made by One Nation Senator Malcolm Roberts.
DFAT reviews uni deals
Foreign Minister Marise Payne is reviewing over 6,000 deals between universities and foreign powers.
Government gags Porter probe
The Federal Government has rushed to silence an attempt to investigate Chirstian Porter's worthiness as a minister.
Morrison muscles sub firm
The Prime Minister has attempted to pressure France on its multi-billion-dollar submarine deal deadline.
'Blue ribbon' plan released
A new strategy seeks to both protect and profit from areas within 50km of the ocean.
ARENA dilution opposed
The Federal Government faces hurdles in its attempt to redirect renewable energy funds.
AN0M sting shows local power
Australia’s decryption laws have been used on a global scale, after dodgy operators were taken down by an app.
Expert laments EV 'wars'
Electric vehicles are being “caught in the culture wars”, according to one expert.
Judge brands Robodebt "shame"
A judge has labelled the illegal federal ‘Robodebt’ scheme as “a shameful chapter” in Australia’s history.
Pezzullo warns of cyber pirates
Home Affairs boss Mike Pezzullo says Australia should fight cybercriminals as though they are swashbuckling pirates.
PM signs green deals
The Prime Minister has signed deals with Japan and Germany to develop technology for “a net zero emissions future”.
PM's ties with QAnon uncovered
Reports are raising concern about the PM’s relationship with an online conspiracy theorist.
Projects pave over health issues
Experts say the health impacts of major transport projects are too often glossed over during the planning phases.
UK trade deal looms
Scott Morrison and Boris Johnson have struck an Australia-Britain free trade deal.
AFP records slammed
The national audit office says the integrity of the AFP is being put at risk by poor record keeping.
Insider questions Barilaro 'contract'
Questions have been asked about a quiet payment to an agricultural cooperative associated with a federal MP.