Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The Federal Government says improving teacher quality will help arrest declining academic standards.
Unis outline industry ideas
Australia's biggest unis want a new fund to boost research commercialisation.
Archive head wants tech records
The chief of the National Archives of Australia says public servants should keep records of WhatsApp conversations with ministers.
Hot pants dance over ADF issues
Military personnel are told the “lethal violence” is their “core business”, while scantily clad dancers launch a new ship.
Report sought AusPost sales
Former Australia Post CEO Christine Holgate has revealed what may have been the real reason she was “humiliated” out of her job.
Self-determination needed
Indigenous groups say self-determination is key to addressing Aboriginal deaths in custody.
First Nations want promise kept
First Nations groups want the Federal Government to deliver on a 2018 commitment for more water.
States upset at basin cop pick
Reports say some states were unhappy at the appointment of former police minister and NSW Nationals leader Troy Grant as the Murray-Darling Basin’s independent umpire.
'Winter problem' backs gas need
Experts say two weeks of winter are holding Australia back from a 100 per cent renewably-powered electricity grid.
ANSTO aids cancer study
Australian nuclear experts are working on nanoparticles to treat brain cancer.
Feds scrap jab schedule
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has abandoned all targets for the nationwide rollout of COVID-19 vaccines.
Gas heads join climate board
The Federal Government is bringing in big business lobbyists and gas industry figures to overhaul its Climate Change Authority (CCA).
Taylor accused of gas pressure
Reports say the Federal Government has pressured experts who question its gas-fired recovery plan.
VAD hampered by telehealth laws
A ban on telehealth consultations for voluntary assisted dying (VAD) is leaving some rural residents out of options.
Amnesty outlines ongoing ills
A global human rights report has taken specific aim at Australia’s Indigenous deaths in custody.
Faith in public interest failing
New research suggests many Australians do not think government institutions are serving the public interest.
NBN calls for regional input
NBN Co is seeking feedback on its proposed $300 million Regional Co-investment Fund.
Pallas makes credit call
Victoria’s treasurer has called on the Federal Government to help drive down credit card interest rates.
Post chair denies Holgate claims
Australia Post's chair has rejected the former CEO’s claim that she was “unlawfully” stood down.
Sex discrimination laws expanding
Amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act will see politicians included for the first time.