Archived News for Executives and Senior Management
APS veteran Rob Heferen is set to assume the role of Commissioner at the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
Drink giant shaken down
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has emerged victorious in a legal battle against PepsiCo over royalty taxes.
NDIS reports on supports
The long-awaited NDIS review proposes transformative changes to Australia’s disability support system.
Debt fixes pushed
The Commonwealth Ombudsman has told agencies to quickly fix thousands of unlawfully miscalculated welfare debts.
Secret decisions slammed
Victoria's Ombudsman has issued a report condemning the “creeping politicisation” of the state's public service.
ARC changes outlined
The Albanese Government has presented a bill to strengthen the Australian Research Council (ARC).
Top minds bail on X
A new survey shows Australian scientists are leaving Elon Musk’s social media platform.
NSW reviving IR court
The NSW parliament has passed laws aimed at improving workers' wages and conditions.
Combo bill criticised
The Albanese Government has been criticised for combining changes to the Petroleum Resources Rent Tax with a bill to avoid a new PwC scandal.
Concern over COP leader claims
The president of COP28 says there is “no science” behind calls for a phase-out of fossil fuels.
Pollution deaths tallied
A new report says fossil fuels account for 5 million extra air pollution deaths per year.
Security overhaul outlined
Parts of Australia's National Security Information Act have been described as “unnecessary and oppressive”.
Climate loss fund formed
COP28 nations have established a new climate fund that some already see as inadequate.