Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Former senior public servants have called for a carbon price to be brought back.
Jobs boost in green re-build
Economists say a renewables-led economic recovery would create far more jobs than a fossil-fuel-led recovery.
FIRB to consider security
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a foreign investment overhaul.
UA predicts decline
New models suggest Australia’s universities could lose $16 billion in revenue between now and 2023.
Councils want seat at new table
Leaders have voted to scrap the COAG model, but local government says it has been left out.
New figures spell recession
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has declared Australia is in recession after almost 29 years of economic growth.
Locals call for MDB buyback
Communities along the Murray-Darling Basin are calling for the urgent buyback of water.
Big fine for pain claims
The Federal Court has fined the makers of Voltaren Osteo Gel $4.5 million for breaches of Australian Consumer Law.
Bushfire health data detailed
The bushfire royal commission has been given an indication of the enormous toll on public health.
Consumer data scheme continues
Regulators are building a system to allow Australians more access to and power over their data.
Global leaders back clean power
Global energy leaders have highlighted the need for greater investment in clean energy.
Green majority possible
AEMO says that if the right measures are taken, Australia’s energy grid could support up to 75 per cent renewable energy.
Super scheme targeted
Fraudsters are targeting new measures that allow people early access to their superannuation.
Taylor backs low target
The Federal Government has spoken against raising its emissions reduction target.
Unlawful debts date back
The Attorney General has conceded that all Centrelink debts raised using income averaging are unlawful ...
ANU expects $225m hit
The Australian National University (ANU) expects a $225 million financial shortfall this year.