By Angela Dorizas Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced over the weekend Australia's first ministry for population growth, appointing Tony Burke as the nation’s first Minister for Population. Mr Burke has been assigned the task…
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Government receives blueprint for APS reform
By Angela Dorizas A review of the Australian Public Service (APS) has proposed changes to funding and staff arrangements to ensure high-quality outcomes for the public. The review was conducted by…
Greater protection for whistleblowers
By Angela Dorizas Public servants who blow the whistle on maladministration will be protected from prosecution under a proposed Federal Government scheme. Cabinet Secretary, Senator Joe Ludwig, last night unveiled…
Human Rights Commissioner welcomes independent national security monitor
The Australian Human Rights Commission has welcomed the Government's commitment to appoint an independent national security monitor. Human Rights Commissioner, Cathy Branson, said the passage of the Independent National Security…
Smart infrastructure to be rewarded
By Angela Dorizas The Federal Government has launched the Australian Smart Infrastructure Awards to recognise innovative solutions to infrastructure bottlenecks and urban congestion. The inaugural awards were announced by Infrastructure…
Government must take proactive approach to airport security
By Craig Donaldson Huge changes have been touted for airport security in Australia, but technology alone will not plug all of the holes. In 2005 the landmark Wheeler Report issued…
DIAC to promote Harmony Day through TV campaign
People from 70 different cultural backgrounds will be featured in a Harmony Day community service announcement to be screened across Australia leading up to March 21. The announcements – 15 and 30-second commercials…
Federal takeover of health and hospital system
By Angela Dorizas The Federal Government has unveiled its $30.9 billion overhaul of Australia’s health system, which is the most significant reform to the federation in its history. Prime Minister…
Report finds lack of respect for older Australians
By Rob O'Brien Older Australians are not getting the respect they deserve, according to a new intergenerational report launched by the Department of Ageing. A research paper conducted by Deakin…
Procurement policy to boost Indigenous employment
The Australian Government is seeking to increase Indigenous employment, training and supplier opportunities through changes to procurement policies. Announced by Federal Minster for Employment Participation Mark Arbib, the enhanced Indigenous Opportunities…