Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Tweet sacking case continues
A public servant sacked for tweeting her views faces the High Court this week.
Adelaide backed in city deal
Federal, state and local governments have come together to sign a $551 million Adelaide City Deal.
124 voices call for better deal
Over 100 labour market experts have signed an open letter calling for higher wages.
Asbestos seen at Nauru camp
Refugees on Nauru have been exposed to asbestos dumped next to their settlement.
Paladin probe looks likely
Reports suggest there will be an audit of the way in which the Home Affairs Department hired contractor Paladin on Manus Island.
Geoscience issues satellite help
Geoscience Australia has released a new strategy to help Australian industries use satellite data.
Morrison makes X-ray pledge
The Morrison Government has pledged to reduce costs for x-rays and ultrasounds.
DHS probes its own decision
The Department of Home Affairs is investigating the $423 million contract awarded to the little-known Paladin Group.
Students take up climate fight
Thousands of students have walked out of classrooms today to demand action on climate change.
Title fight has wide implications
The High Court has ruled on a native title case considered one of the biggest since Mabo.
Pollution killing millions
New estimates say air pollution is responsible for up to 8.8 million extra deaths around the world each year.
RBA makes climate warning
The Reserve Bank says it will have to account for climate change when setting interest rates.
Investors slam emissions policy
A massive investor group has warned that the Federal Government’s emissions policy is unlikely to be much help.
Nats want 'big stick' vote
There could soon be a vote on the federal government's proposed “big stick” energy laws.
Per capita figures slip
Australia is in a per capita recession, with negative growth on that basis for the past two quarters.
Push for science prize equality
The Women in STEM Ambassador is calling for greater diversity in nominations for the PM's science award.
Lawyers push for aid funding
Lawyers want an extra $310 million a year to close “critical gaps” in the legal aid system.