Archived News for Professionals in Federal Government
Comcare figures show mental health claims from federal public servants have hit $74 million in a single year.
Reviews doubt plans to move
The Federal Government’s attempts to push the public service into regional cities will not work, the Grattan Institute says.
ACCC to probe gas contracts
The ACCC is investigating confidential gas contracts and the documents behind them.
Block option for GST non-compliance
The ATO may block websites that do not comply with the proposed GST Low Value Goods legislation.
Mine boss backs cashless card
Mining magnate Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest has launched a nationwide ad campaign to support the cashless welfare card.
Big schools raise visa worries
The education sector has been hit by the visa reforms announced this week.
Funding study finds huge effect
A new study shows investing in adolescent health and education brings significant economic benefit.
Pacific deals still afloat
While US President Donald Trump has put the TPP off for now, Australia and other Pacific nations are close to securing a smaller trade deal.
Weekend events take science to the street
Scientists and supporters of science will march in support of science this Saturday.
APVMA to Armidale points leaked
Widespread mockery is the latest hurdle in the Federal Government’s plan to move APVMA workers to Armidale.
Consumer review calls for tougher laws
A review of Australian consumer law has called for tougher penalties.
Gas links gaining traction
The Federal Government is looking at ways to link Australia's gas networks.
Visa change on the way
The 457 category has been abolished and replaced with two new and more stringent visas.
Big blip in job stats
Australia’s unemployment rate has remained steady at 5.9 per cent, with the creation of 74,500 full time jobs.
Data-retention laws launched
Australia’s metadata retention laws have come into effect, but officials claim they will not be as easily accessible as some suggest.
Raytheon gets major missile money
The Federal Government is spending $2 billion on a Short Range Ground Based Air Defence for soldiers overseas.
Big firms bank on non-payment
The Small Business Ombudsman says too many big companies are leaving smaller firms in the lurch.
Card questions half answered
The Federal Government has failed to name the “community leaders” that it says are calling for the cashless welfare card.