Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Federal Water Minister David Littleproud has slammed state governments for not building dams.
New call for corruption court
As an emerging scandal engulfs NSW Labor, calls are beginning for a federal corruption court.
God reigns over other rights
The Federal Government’s draft religious discrimination laws have been accused of privileging faith above all else.
Home Affairs fairly unhappy
An internal survey paints a bleak picture of morale at the Home Affairs Department.
Jab policy boosts coverage
The ‘no jab, no pay’ threat has prompted an extra 174,000 children to be vaccinated over the last year.
NBN claims completion date
NBN Co says the rollout of the network in on track for completion in mid-2020.
Reef outlook "very poor"
A Federal Government report has downgraded the long-term outlook for the Great Barrier Reef to “very poor”.
Space deal signed
A new deal is expected to drive growth for Australia's space and spatial industries.
Trade deal could clean fuel
The EU is expected to push Australia to clean up petrol standards as part of a new free trade deal.
Premium visas up for review
The Federal Government wants a “better deal” out of a visa scheme that allows the rich to buy their way into the country.
Andrews plugs space jobs
Questions have been asked about the ability of Australia’s new space agency to create jobs.
Senator reveals Pezzullo's praise
Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo has complimented the AFP for its raid on journalist Annika Smethurst.
Official look at Chinese influence
A new Federal Government taskforce will look at Chinese influence at Australian universities.
Report denies nuclear need
Australia's renewable energy boom allows it to leapfrog nuclear power, a new report says.
Legal action over traditional rejection
Environment Minister Sussan Ley is being sued after she rejected a heritage protection bid in favour of a Chinese coal project.
ABS re-thinking data duration
The ABS may re-examine how long it keeps Census names, addresses and other data.
ACCC lights up gas issues
The ACCC says gas prices and margins remain too high despite easing market pressures.
Big lobby gets power money
The Federal Government has paid a lobby to help small businesses navigate the energy market.
Feds want tech terror measures
The Federal Government has announced it will look at ISP-level site-blocking of ‘dangerous material’.