Archived News for Executives and Senior Management
Home Affairs is moving ahead with plans to privatise the visa processing system.
Drone delivery approved
Safety regulators have allowed Google to launch a world-first drone delivery system in Canberra.
FMG green lights new iron
Fortescue has approved its second major iron ore mine development in just 12 months.
NRMA calls for gear change
The NRMA says Australia is lagging way behind in the adoption of low-emission vehicles.
Adani water approved
UPDATE: Environment Minister Melissa Price has approved Adani's groundwater plan.
AEC preps for intrusion
The AEC says it is preparing to counter cyber attacks during the federal election due in May.
Big fine for phone shop
An online tech shop has been fined a record $3.15 million for dodgy sales practices.
Cashless card extended
The Federal Government says it will spend $129 million extending cashless debit card trials nationwide.
PM slams vegan protests
The Prime Minister has slammed animal rights activists as groups protest around the country.
Taylor comments on power list
Energy Minister Angus Taylor says the Federal Government will consider underwriting a coal baseload power station.
Disability abuse commission called
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has launched a royal commission into the abuse and neglect of disabled Australians.
Franking inquiry backs credits
A parliamentary inquiry has recommended Australia keep its controversial franking credit scheme.
Budget sees PS grow
The federal public sector will grow and become more cyber-capable in the coming year ...
Late bills crammed through
The Senate rushed the passage of dozens of bills in a pre-election spree this week.
Feds expand climate timeline
The Morrison Government has decided to spend its $2 billion “climate solutions fund” over 15 years, not 10.
Oil and gas tax credits top $324b
Oil and gas giants have accumulated $324 billion worth of tax credits in 2017-18, meaning many will not pay tax for years to come.
ACCC issues power cost report
More reforms are needed to address the dysfunctional state of energy retailing in Australia, the ACCC says.
ATO shows low tax for big money
New ATO stats show 69 Australian millionaires did not pay income tax last financial year.
Jail threat for tech heads
The Federal Government is considering jailing social media executives whose networks fail to remove terrorist content.