WA sets new Aboriginal procurement targets Wednesday July 7, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins News The Western Australian government has updated its landmark Aboriginal Procurement Policy, with increased targets for contracts awarded to Aboriginal businesses.
National Women’s Alliances receive $4.9m to continue policy work Wednesday July 7, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Community & Social The federal government has chosen YWCA Canberra to auspice the new National Women’s Safety Alliance, which will replace an existing organisation next month.
CSIRO to lead $5m hydrogen RD&D program Wednesday July 7, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Economy & Industry The CSIRO will lead a new initiative that aims to grow Australia’s hydrogen industry through collaboration between Australian and international research organisations.
New test finds ‘super-recognisers’ who could be utilised by government Wednesday July 7, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology People who have an extraordinary ability to memorise faces could be used to prevent errors caused by facial recognition software, researchers have found.
Ex ASIO boss, APS secretary join National Security College Wednesday July 7, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Education Two former Australian Public Service leaders have taken up academic roles at the Australian National University’s National Security College.
Dates set for national housing event, in Melbourne Tuesday July 6, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Community & Social The biennial National Housing Conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and online from March 2 to 4.
Vic public servant receives inaugural ANZSOG First Peoples Scholarship Tuesday July 6, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins News Victorian public servant Brenda McDermott has been awarded ANZSOG's inaugural First Peoples Scholarship.
Government opens consultation on gas-fired recovery measures Tuesday July 6, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Economy & Industry Industry, Science, Energy and Resources has invited the public to have a say on two key measures under the commonwealth's gas-fired recovery plan.
Deloitte to deliver commonwealth’s ‘pivotal’ digital health technology Tuesday July 6, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology The Australian Digital Health Agency has awarded Deloitte the contract for a platform that will simplify the access and exchange of health information.
Mental Health Commission gives tips on overcoming pandemic fatigue Tuesday July 6, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Federal The message has come amid lockdowns in NSW, Queensland, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory, following a string of COVID-19 outbreaks.
Transport for NSW unveils NAIDOC-themed transport, maritime safety resources Monday July 5, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins New South Wales The NSW government’s transport agency has marked NAIDOC Week with the launch of new maritime safety resources and art-covered public transport.
New AusPost packaging makes space for traditional place names Monday July 5, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Federal Australia Post is rolling out new satchels that include a dedicated section for traditional place names, as well as an Acknowledgement of Country.
NSW showcases underrepresented voices ahead of council elections Monday July 5, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Community & Social The NSW government calls on people from a range of backgrounds to take part in the September council elections, to increase diversity in local government.
Union says Services Australia ‘dangerously’ ignoring lockdown orders Monday July 5, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Federal The union representing Services Australia employees says non-customer-facing roles are forced to attend their offices during COVID-19 across the country.
Chinese attitudes towards Australia becoming increasingly negative Friday July 2, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Federal A new survey reveals that fewer Chinese people are wanting to travel to or study in Australia.
