Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
In a big legal move, California has taken five of the world's biggest oil giants to court.
Ombud warns of legal lines
The Commonwealth Ombudsman says adherence to the law is not a matter of choice for government agencies.
Rural shifts planned
Stats show city-dwelling Australians are flocking to the country, or at least want to.
SDGs mostly missed
As the world approaches the halfway mark for achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a sobering report reveals ...
Uni violence body demanded
A landmark inquiry has called for an taskforce on university sexual violence.
Commissioner speaks on ignored talks
The chair of a Royal Commission has urged action on Defence and veteran suicide.
Defence leaks targeted
The Federal Government has announced a crackdown on the disclosure of classified information by former Defence personnel.
New claims appal commissioner
The Sex Discrimination Commissioner says she is appalled by a former Coalition minister's harassment claims.
Regulators enjoy Qantas lounge
Concern has been raised about government regulators' membership in the Qantas Chairman's Lounge.
Robert referred to NACC
Former Queensland MP Stuart Robert has been referred to the anti-corruption commission.
Heat record set to fall
The year 2023 is poised to claim the dubious honour of being the hottest in recorded history.
Defence charged over deaths
The Department of Defence is facing legal action for alleged violations of federal workplace health and safety laws.
HAFF gets Greens support
The Greens have pledged their support for the Albanese government's $10 billion housing bill, ensuring its passage through the Senate.
Big gender shift suggested
An overhaul of Australia's economic landscape is needed to achieve true gender equality ...
Cyber list grows
The list of businesses falling under the "National Significance" category has expanded ...
Services chief apologises
Services Australia CEO Rebecca Skinner has issued an apology for robodebt.
AAD issues aired
The Australian Antarctic Division has been accused of impeding a Senate inquiry into climate research cuts.
Head knock report released
The Senate has issued a report from its inquiry into concussions and repeated head trauma in sports.
'No' votes to be probed
Labor is calling for an investigation into the Liberal Party’s postal vote strategy for the First Nations Voice referendum.