Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Australian authorities have apologised over a breach of dignity for the Solomon Islands Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo.
Assange's number two out on lack of democracy
One of Australia’s youngest political parties has lost an important component, with the party’s second-placed member on the ticket quitting Wikileaks.
Commission holds back on NBN access plan
Australia’s competition regulator has withheld its decision on whether to accept the long-term pricing plan put forward by NBN Co.
Ghana aims for more mutual gains
A commissioner for Australian trade in West Africa says it is time to strengthen the already healthy economic ties with Ghana.
Singapore signals for support
Singapore says it could do with some Australian assistance in the healthcare, infrastructure and education sectors, with plenty of opportunities to benefit.
Tender priorities given gentle nudge
A state government is set to change the way tenders are awarded in an effort to reduce the rising unemployment rate.
Car-makers blame fleet drops on FBT plans
A major car-maker has blamed proposed changes to the Fringe Benefits Tax for a drop in orders over the last fortnight.
Conflict on gas, EPA and Federal influence
There is controversy unfolding over gas projects in the west, with a ruling that the approval of a massive offshore Kimberly gas hub was unlawful due to conflicting interests.
Funding extended for rural leave support
The Department of Health and Ageing (DoHA) has extended the successful Nursing and Allied Health Rural Locum Scheme (NAHRLS), allowing rurally-placed nurses two weeks annual leave without diminishing local services.
Greens pledge gun buy-back for safety
The Greens Party has announced plans to launch a $350 million buy-back scheme to reduce gun crime across the country.
Health money keeping interns isolated
The Health Minister has pledged $8 million to fund 60 new internship places in regional private hospitals next year.
Music funds to jazz up industry
The Australia Council has announced over $1.4 million in grants to support Australian music.
Over a billion off the table as Gonski goes ahead
The money set aside for Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory will be returned to the federal vaults after the three refused to sign up for a deal on school funding reforms.
Pressure peaking on public sector pay
Public sector workers want a wage increase in line with government inflation figures in the Northern Territory, with the possibility of strike action if their demands go unmet.
Screen funds for domestic documentaries
Screen Australia has announced over $3.2 million in funding to be invested in the production of ten documentaries on uniquely Australian topics.
Minerals chairman against rhetoric from either side
The new head of the Minerals Council says the business sector is wary of promises from both major political parties in the lead-up to the federal election.
Port decision delayed, pending more input
The Federal Government has again delayed its decision on approval for the planned multi-billion-dollar expansion of a major Australian coal port.
Study links smoke tax to reduced drinking
International researchers have found a strong link between cigarette taxation, reduction of smoking rates in the population and a decrease in alcohol consumption among some vulnerable groups.
Gov. pledges $450m for more after-school hours
The Federal Government has this week pledged $450 million to provide extra hours of after-school care for students.
Beattie back on the beat
A former Queensland Premier has been thrust back into the political arena and will now run for federal parliament.
Election silence on housing, homelessness
Charity organisations are concerned at the lack of conversation about affordable housing and homelessness in the lead-up so far to the federal election in September.