Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The ATO has not been investigating companies that use JobKeeper money to pay executive bonuses.
Big IR bill brings little good
Experts say there are only a few good parts in the Federal Government’s new IR bill.
Dutton steers crime funds
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has pushed grant funding to projects he personally chose, against the advice of his department.
Bank climate probe looms
The Federal Government may reboot an inquiry into the climate policies of Australian banks.
Farm emissions may be ignored
Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack has suggested excluding agriculture from long-term climate targets.
Federal benefit for hotel system
Experts say that a national approach to COVID-19 quarantines could bring some major benefits.
Jab training available
The Federal Government has announced a new training program for Australia’s first COVID-19 vaccine.
US spies buy location data
Reports show a US intelligence agency has been buying location data from tech companies.
Comcare treatment slammed
Media investigations have exposed concerning allegations against the federal workplace insurer, Comcare.
Big spend on amphibious fleet
Reports say $800 million will be spent upgrading the Australian Army’s amphibious vessels.
Hawke denies right wing risk
Despite right-wing extremism being on the rise, the Immigration Minister says Australia does not have such a problem.
Ley changing green goals
Environment Minister Sussan Ley has been accused of avoiding the findings of the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC) review.
New action on Defence PFAS
The Department of Defence is facing a legal challenge from an Aboriginal community over PFAS contamination.
PM edges toward net zero
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has taken a tiny step towards a target of net zero emissions by 2050.
Builders make big donations
Property developers have made $54.15 million in political donations since 1999.
Andrews unseated in Liberal poll
Conservative stalwart Kevin Andrews has lost preselection for his seat, ousting him after almost 30 years.
Disclosures show cost of favour
The latest AEC election donation data shows the cost of influence-peddling at the federal and state levels.
New ads back COVID jabs
The Federal Government has launched a $24 million COVID vaccine advertising campaign.