Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The Senate rushed the passage of dozens of bills in a pre-election spree this week.
Outback housing left short
A remote Indigenous housing plan remains in limbo in Queensland, with no new money in the budget this week.
Feds expand climate timeline
The Morrison Government has decided to spend its $2 billion “climate solutions fund” over 15 years, not 10.
Labor wants MDB changes
The ALP says it would withdraw support for a major part of Murray-Darling Basin Plan, if elected.
Labor goes for green cars
The ALP has put together a climate change policy that includes tax breaks for businesses to buy electric cars.
Pokies baron pushing mayors
Bruce Mathieson Jr has offered to pay for community services in exchange for more favourable treatment for gaming venues.
Australia boosts China links
The Federal Government will spend $44 million to “turbo charge” Australia’s engagement with China.
Science chief backs edit ban
Australian Academy of Science president Professor John Shine has backed calls for a ban on clinical uses of genetic editing.
Big spend for simulated military
A new deal will add a high-tech edge to the Australian Defence Force’s personnel training.
Emissions hit record in 2018
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says global carbon emissions hit a record high in 2018.
Local gun lobby near NRA funding
A new report says Australia’s gun lobby spends about as much per capita as the NRA in the United States.
Labor pledges wage lift
The Opposition says the minimum wage is too low, and has pledged measures to lift it.
MDBA issues planning update
The MDBA says plans for governing water use across the entire Murray–Darling Basin are on the way.
Doctors propose DV centre
Doctors are pushing for the creation of Australia's first domestic violence trauma recovery centre.
Call to raise criminal age
Medical experts want the age of criminal responsibility to be raised to 14.
Politicians seek social crackdown
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Bill Shorten are meeting with tech executives this week.
New data scheme looms
A new scheme should give people more access over their personal data, but many are wary about the Government’s big digital ideas.