'20k jobs at risk': government seeks interest in claims processing News Is the Department of Health moving to privatise Medicare, Veterans' Affairs and PBS claim processing? The union calls it a "nasty, sneaky" move to sack…
Vic public transport 'poorly co-ordinated': Auditor-General Thursday August 7, 2014 By David Donaldson News A report finds Victorian public transport lagging on cross-network co-ordination, recommending improved measurement, building incentives into contracts and better customer service.
No risk in sovereign responsibility, government tells public sector Tuesday August 5, 2014 By Jason Whittaker News The Abbott government has flagged reforms to the federation to clear up responsibilities in state and federal bureaucracies in a speech to public sector leaders.
Broadband audit challenges public sector advice failure Tuesday August 5, 2014 By Harley Dennett News An independent audit of the NBN policy process questions the "malaise" of public officials when their advice is rejected or unheard by government. Author Bill…
Public sector needs shock on Aboriginal workers, procurement: Twiggy Friday August 1, 2014 By David Donaldson News Andrew Forrest's report on indigenous employment argues governments should use workplace and procurement power to close the employment gap.
Bye ANZSIG, hello IGPA: Canberra Uni's new policy institute born Thursday July 31, 2014 By Stephen Easton Jurisdiction The University of Canberra's ANZSOG Institute for Governance will cease operating under that name today, joining forces in January with the National Centre for Social…
Haikerwal to head government's health advisory body Wednesday July 30, 2014 By The Mandarin News Eminent e-health expert Dr Mukesh Haikerwal is the new chair of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, a statutory body advising government.
WA announces new 'student-centred' education funding model Wednesday July 30, 2014 By David Donaldson News Western Australia has embarked on significant reform of its funding program for schools. The Education Minister announced more details today.
A-G's union demands a partisan play public sector is used to Wednesday July 30, 2014 By Stephen Easton News A search for information on unions could have a negative effect on the relationship between the federal government and a public service already being asked…
Child protection agency head quits over mistakes Tuesday July 29, 2014 By The Mandarin News The executive director of Families SA falls on his sword over a child protection bungle. Julianne Riedstra is a temporary replacement.
Defence eyecare provider dismissed for sending data offshore Monday July 28, 2014 By Stephen Easton News The Department of Defence's healthcare provider, Medibank Healthcare Services, has been forced to terminate the contract of its optometry provider two years early.
The secret (sex) lives of public servants: and the survey says … Thursday July 24, 2014 By Harley Dennett News Government employees have been hiding bedroom secrets that are spilling into the workplace. But they're still among the most unsexiest professionals.
Review: emergency, fire services in WA Thursday July 24, 2014 By The Mandarin Energy & Environment The Western Australian government is reviewing its emergency services, calling for feedback on a concept paper for further reform.
Cloud software frees caseworkers to go mobile Thursday July 24, 2014 By Stephen Easton Jurisdiction Community service caseworkers in NSW at should find working remotely much easier in future and they’ll always get the latest version of their email software,…
Defence rolls out the welcome mat for universities Wednesday July 23, 2014 By Stephen Easton News Life just got easier for researchers who want to collaborate with Defence and national security agencies.
