NSW magistrate shortage straining ‘backbone of legal system’ New South Wales The NSW Law Society says the shortfall in magistrates at NSW's local court is at a tipping point, and calls for more human resources to…
NSW information and privacy agency issues advice on $1.6b digital project fund Sunday May 30, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology Elizabeth Tydd and Samantha Gavel set out some of the common risks to information access and privacy rights across projects seeking funding from the DRF.
Judge’s secret romance triggers courtroom conflict of interest Sunday May 30, 2021 By Melissa Coade News The failure of a judicial officer to disclose a secret personal relationship with a lawyer breached conflict of interest, was not serious enough to result…
Health secretary says audits during COVID-19 ‘burden’ staff Sunday May 30, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Federal Brendan Murphy defends his department after questions were raised about the effectiveness of its deployment of personal PPE during COVID-19.
How landing a job with great mentors became a calling for Native Title work Friday May 28, 2021 By Melissa Coade Careers Government lawyer Daniel Byers' department’s vision, ‘Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies’, is a value he truly believes in.
Premium Columnists How do you know you are ready for a 360? Friday May 28, 2021 By Helena Cain Australian Capital Territory A 360 leadership feedback experience can come as a gentle nudge in the right direction, or a rude shock. Helena Cain explores their value.
Perth casino inspector quizzed over mystery report, conflict of interest Friday May 28, 2021 By Melissa Coade News A Perth bureaucrat has been asked by the Perth Casino Royal Commission why a report he did not author, and that made the way for…
Public servants, there since federation – new exhibition Thursday May 27, 2021 By Chris Johnson Editors' Picks A new exhibition designed completely to build awareness of just how important the public sector is to Australia’s democracy has opened at MOAD, Old Parliament…
WA parliament considers laws to enshrine safe access to abortion Thursday May 27, 2021 By Melissa Coade News The Western Australian government has made a second attempt to introduce laws that will ensure women have safe and private access to abortion health services…
Porter’s defamation lawyer removed Thursday May 27, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Federal There have been developments in Christian Porter's defamation proceedings against the ABC, with the parties entering into mediation.
Calls for APS to improve space literacy Thursday May 27, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology Australian Public Service staff should undergo space literacy training to ensure Australia keeps up with technological and geopolitical developments in the sector.
Victorians over 40 now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine as state enters 7-day lockdown Thursday May 27, 2021 By Melissa Coade Health From tomorrow and dependent upon supply from the federal government, all Victorians over the age of 40 will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Anti hunting lobby cries foul over Victoria’s wetland bird records Thursday May 27, 2021 By Melissa Coade Energy & Environment A group named the Coalition Against Duck Shooting has accused Victoria’s Game Management Authority of falsifying the number of wetland birds in the state.
Naval Group seeks to purchase $100m in local equipment for shipyard Thursday May 27, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Defence The company, which is designing and building Australia’s Attack Class Submarine fleet, is seeking the delivery of around 1000 different items.
Lawyers float risk of ‘serious injustice’ that proposed consent laws may cause Thursday May 27, 2021 By Melissa Coade New South Wales The NSW Bar Association says proposed changes to the criminal law in NSW about rape are ‘ill-considered’ and are not broad enough to cover a…
