Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - June, 2023
Critical change coming
The federal government may soon add new materials to Australia’s ‘critical minerals’ list.
Housing bill hampered
The $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) bill will not pass through parliament this week as planned.
PM sees safety need
The Prime Minister has acknowledged that improving workplace conduct standards at Parliament House requires ...
Transition timing questioned
Some big players have weighed in on Australia’s energy transition progress, or lack thereof.
WA toll rises
Western Australia has witnessed the loss of 14 lives in workplace incidents since July 2022.
APS changes coming
The Albanese government has taken a significant step towards reforming the public service with the introduction of ...
Digital strategy outlined
The Australian government has launched a consultation process for its Data and Digital Government Strategy.
Grattan studies gas needs
The Grattan Institute is urging Australian governments to phase out natural gas by 2050.
Macquarie leads EnergyAus bids
Macquarie is positioned as the frontrunner to acquire a stake of up to 50 per cent in EnergyAustralia, the third-largest electricity and gas supplier in Australia.
Serco call centre cut
Services Australia is reportedly dumping its $343 million Serco call centre deal, and the 610 staff that went with it.
State spruiks green jobs
Victoria says its clean energy transition is projected to generate 10,000 jobs annually.
Voice bill sails through
The Australian parliament has passed a bill to alter the constitution, paving the way for a referendum on an Indigenous Voice.
WA ploughs millions into Griffin
The WA Government has exceeded its budget to keep a failing coal mine afloat.
Advice shift coming
The Australian federal government has announced plans to address the shortage of financial advisers.
AGL reveals rosy outlook
Australia's largest electricity and gas supplier has announced it expects a significant increase in core net profit for the next financial year.
Gambling crackdown urged
Anti-gambling advocates and public health experts want restrictions on gambling advertising.
New councils to fill gaps
The Federal Government is seeking private help to assist with workforce issues.