Tom Burton: is Turnbull just putting lipstick on the ACMA pig? Features Will the government's review of the communications and media regulator, the ACMA, be just another cosmetic exercise, or will there be real reform that addresses…
Harper review: choice at the heart of public service delivery Wednesday April 1, 2015 By Stephen Easton News Review author Ian Harper says the art of commissioning is key for public servants, who are "stewards" of a diverse, responsive and innovative market. A…
Can asset recycling end privatisation premier-slaying? Friday February 20, 2015 By Harley Dennett Features Privatisation has the reputation of being a premier-slayer, but public servants can now feel safe to put forward asset recycling project ideas to governments. The…
Competition report: Harper review draft proposes policy overhaul Monday September 22, 2014 By The Mandarin Economy & Industry The Harper Competition Review has arrived in draft form, calling for a radical shake-up in competition policy to maintain Australia's economic competitiveness.
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…
