Australia’s public sector whistleblower scheme is inadequate, weakened by “loopholes, inconsistencies and poor enforcement”, says a submission to a Senate committee examining the Whistleblower Protection Authority Bill. Such defects mean “that even legally protected whistleblowers often face retaliation, with few remedies in practice”, says Transparency International Australia. To strengthen the current scheme, TIA supports the...
Deep cultural and structural changes that empower Aboriginal people are needed.
Women are disproportionately represented in part-time roles.
WA's first Local Government Inspector is tasked with ensuring councils comply with regulations and codes of conduct.
LGNSW continues to call for the state government to build additional units of public and social housing.
The Victorian Government’s proposal to legally protect work-from-home rights is open for public consultation.
Inadequate protection increases the likelihood of a successful cyberattack, says Audit Office.
Sustainability in the spotlight again as council raises rates to record high.
A report released by corruption watchdog says high-ranking female official breached Public Service Act.
There is low turnover and long waiting times to access social housing.
