Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - April, 2023
Feds to buy radar firm
Australia could nationalise a critical Defence radar maker for security purposes.
Gas cap to continue
The Albanese government has announced plans to extend its price cap on wholesale gas prices.
Migration rules shifting
Migration changes could see a pay rise for some of Australia's lowest-paid.
NDIS issues acknowledged
The Prime Minister has acknowledged that the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is out of control.
Origin secures wind deal
Origin Energy is partnering with Renewable Energy Systems (RESS) to develop two offshore wind projects in Gippsland.
Privacy pushed in awareness week
Australia’s privacy and information commissioners have issued a joint statement urging agencies to prioritise privacy fundamentals.
STEM split persists
A wide range of 'women in STEM' programmes have failed to overcome men’s domination of science and technology fields.
Super funds face Santos claims
Indigenous people are taking legal action against super funds over mining investments.
Big cheques for old heads
A legion of retired US military leaders have picked up work as consultants to Australia’s Navy.
Clouds block Blizzard move
Microsoft's AU$104 billion takeover of Activision Blizzard has been blocked by the UK's antitrust regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority, over concerns that the deal would harm competition in cloud gaming.
Fox deal signals retreat
Fox News has avoided a lengthy and potentially damaging defamation trial with US voting machine company Dominion...
Military billions outlined
The Albanese government has committed $3.8 billion to strengthen the country’s northern defences as part of a new response to the threat posed by China.
Missed checks cost big
Analysis suggests 95 per cent of recent Federal Government programs have not been properly evaluated.
Rimmer returns for school run
The Federal Government has welcomed top civil servant, Ben Rimmer, as part of its efforts to revamp the nation's higher education sector.
Big deal for Gatto-linked firm
A company owned by the daughter of Australian underworld figure Mick Gatto has won a $222 million road upgrade project from the Victorian government.
Council staffing blocks builders
Builders say a lack of council planning staff is holding back projects.