Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
The Commonwealth has earmarked $205 million for the first round of water buybacks under the Albanese government.
Key tax for green future
Economists have laid out bold moves to reposition Australia in the global shift towards a low-carbon economy.
Mining aids prepared
The Albanese government is preparing to assist embattled producers of clean tech materials.
New track for gouge claims
The ACCC is fast-tracking the community complaints process for corporate price gouging.
Ship switch suggested
Australia plans to fast-track the enhancement of its naval fleet to counter China's military expansion, a new review suggests.
Big teaching change called
A new report calls for schools to overhaul teaching methods in favour of science-backed techniques.
Key scheme going slowly
The Financial Accountability Regime (FAR), a key outcome of the Hayne royal commission, is being pushed back.
Leaker payments proposed
Financial incentives have been proposed as a way to support whistleblowers.
Paris to punish big cars
Residents of Paris have voted to triple the city’s parking charges for SUVs.
Senate hears ADF issues
Australia's Defence Force is under strain from recruitment shortfalls and project delays.
State crash data sought
The Albanese government is looking at compelling states and territories to disclose confidential road accident data.
Work 'connection' questioned
A public sector leader says staff working from home are not “disconnected”.
X threatened with info laws
The Federal Government is working on new legislation targeting misinformation on digital platforms.
ATO staff linked in grift
Over 150 Australian Taxation Office (ATO) staff are under investigation for involvement in a GST fraud scheme.
Crime links in offshore contracts
Companies behind Australia's offshore detention regime have been implicated in a web of suspected criminal dealings.
CEFC backs supply and storage
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is increasing its investments in wind and battery power.
Four-day feelings reported
The ACT Government is looking at introducing a four-day working week for its employees.
Health cost stats updated
Australian consumers face new challenges and changes in healthcare pricing.