Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Bill Shorten has announced plans for a new, more sustainable NDIS within five years.
Publisher fees slammed
Australia’s research institutions annually funnel an estimated $1 billion into the coffers of ...
Sports funds unjustified
A WA Auditor General's report on sports spending has raised pork-barrelling allegations.
US takes Apple to court
The United States has launched a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of using its dominant market position in the smartphone industry to suppress competition and limit choice.
Vehicle plan decelerated
The Albanese government has moved to weaken its planned vehicle efficiency standards.
Meat missed in climate plan
Experts have criticised a new UN climate change plan that fails to account for meat-eating.
Study hubs to simulate uni
The Federal Government has announced a $16 million investment to establish 10 new Regional University Study Hubs.
Severe shortage spelled out
New estimates suggest Australia will need a massive influx of construction workers to meet its home building goals.
Union backs supermarket split
The shop assistant union has called for the compulsory breakup of Coles and Woolworths.
AEMO seeks new supplies
AEMO has called for more gas investment, as the majority of Australia’s supply continues to be exported.
AER changes offer
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has laid out power price adjustments for consumers.
Call to improve indoor air
Scientists and industry leaders are pushing for action on clean indoor air.
FOI warning in rorts case
A recent legal case could send a warning to public servants over freedom of information requests.
Governments plug deeper ties
Australia and the United Kingdom have formalised a new cooperation agreement on defence and security.
NDIS group seeks grifts
The Federal Government has announced a new taskforce to crack down on overcharging of NDIS participants.
Pandemic Accord pushed
Over 100 world leaders have voiced their support for the finalisation of the ‘Pandemic Accord’.
PBS shift in opioid stats
New figures suggest Australia saw a decline in opioid after PBS policy changes.
Police data use probed
Concerns have been raised about how law enforcement and integrity agencies access and store telecommunications data.
ALRC gives school advice
The Attorney-General has received advice on legal reforms aimed at addressing discrimination in private schools.
Australia backs nuclear boost
Australia will put up billions of dollars to help Rolls-Royce improve the UK’s nuclear reactor production line.