IPAA Queensland explores influence, impact, and reconciliation Thursday February 27, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins News Public servants from state, local and federal governments have come together to discuss the need to focus on reconciliation and reframe relationships in the public… Read more
Queensland government to ‘beef up compliance’ for its largest infrastructure project Thursday February 27, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins News The Queensland government has sacked the board overseeing its largest infrastructure project and has appointed a compliance unit in an attempt to avoid following in… Read more
Victoria sets up body to target waste crime Wednesday February 26, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Energy & Environment The Victorian government will create a Waste Crime Prevention Inspectorate and a Business Innovation Centre as part of the state’s new 10-year plan to overhaul… Read more
Victorian councils set to refund millions in parking fines over use of private contractors Wednesday February 26, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins News Three Victorian councils could end up refunding more than $19 million in parking fines following an investigation by the state ombud. Read more
Cashless debit card scheme has overwhelmingly negative impact on users, study finds Wednesday February 26, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Community & Social The government’s cashless debit card scheme has come under the microscope in new research which found restricting how social security payments can be spent has… Read more
Infrastructure Australia sets out government priorities to boost Australia’s resilience to climate change Wednesday February 26, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Federal Infrastructure Australia has released its 2020 Infrastructure Priority List, presenting 147 proposals adding up to more than $58 billion. Read more
Teens capable of dealing with ethical challenges online when equipped with the right skills, program finds Wednesday February 26, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology A panel of experts discussed how young people can be supported with navigating ethical challenges online at an event hosted by the Behavioural Insights Team in… Read more
Tasmanian State Service review not an opportunity to cut jobs, says Gutwein Tuesday February 25, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins News Gutwein noted the State Service Act was nearly two decades old, and assured a review would be focused on benefiting the public, not on job… Read more
Centrelink service centres set to close in VIC and NSW Tuesday February 25, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Federal The services centres have announced closures in various communities that include Mornington and Newport in Victoria, and Newcastle and Tweed Heads in New South Wales. Read more
Corruption watchdog proposes 10-year sentence for public servants who misuse information Tuesday February 25, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins News Queensland's corruption watchdog has called for tougher penalties for public servants who misuse confidential information, following nine public hearings conducted in November. Read more
NSW launches spatial digital twin Monday February 24, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology The New South Wales government has launched a spatial digital twin in a bid to transform urban planning and infrastructure across Western Sydney, and potentially… Read more
Premium Trends and research Better digital services could boost public trust — but where to start? Monday February 24, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Australian Capital Territory Boston Consulting Group senior partner and managing director Miguel Carrasco says a lack of trust is preventing departments and agencies across governments in Australia and… Read more
Defence wins award for advancing gender equity in STEM Friday February 21, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Defence The Department of Defence has joined up with the education, research, and industry sectors to support gender equality in the STEM workforce, and has been… Read more
Indigenous procurement targets undermined by implementation and compliance issues, audit finds Friday February 21, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Federal Departments have failed to comply with targets set out by the Commonwealth’s Indigenous Procurement Policy, the Australian National Audit Office has found. Read more
Movers & shakers: ex premier takes foreign posting Thursday February 20, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Careers Senior Executive Service Band 3 Jeremy Dean has been engaged as deputy chief executive officer, participant experience delivery, at the National Disability Insurance Agency. Band… Read more
