Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The CEFC has rejected the Government's claim that renewables lead to blackouts.
ABC cuts to fund rural services
The national broadcaster is cutting to 200 jobs to fund new content and regional services.
Senator's claims labelled dangerous
The medical community has condemned dangerous comments by a federal senator.
Greens' bid to kill coal
The Greens are calling for the phase-out of coal mining over the next ten years.
Quiggin calls for power buy-back
A leading economist says the only way to fix the energy grid is to return it to public ownership.
Specialist fee range reviewed
A new report highlights the massive differences between fees charged by medical specialists.
Tech writers compile NBN review
While NBN Co drags its heels, outside forces have reported on its progress.
UK allows embryo editing
UK scientists have gained regulatory approval to genetically modify human embryos.
Big banks forge security link
The national security and finance sectors are coming together to form a new intelligence alliance.
Gap in Cash Converters' ASIC deal
ASIC has been criticised for a deal allowing Cash Converters to refund millions of dollars worth of loans.
Hinch's list may not work
A criminal behavioural expert says Senator Derryn Hinch's proposal for a sex offenders register may be misguided.
Grad drive going viral
The finance department has made waves with a wonderfully awkward new recruitment ad.
No secrets for Centrelink critics
Welfare recipients who criticise Centrelink should expect their details to be made public.
Joyce's choice gets pricey
The national pesticides authority is currently operating out of a rural fast food restaurant.
Big shift slammed
The Immigration Department has been criticised for a $255 million plan to move public servants ten minutes away.
Unions to restore WorkChoices war
Unions and business leaders have responded to last week’s penalty rate cuts.
Bush phones at risk in USO review
There is concern this week about multi-billion-dollar payments for Telstra to provide phone services to the bush.
Criminal response making ice worse
Experts say treating the ice 'epidemic' as a criminal problem rather than a health issue has made it worse.