The Australian Government has announced that the Governor-General has appointed Simon Draper PSM as the new Secretary of the Department of Industry, Science and Resources. Mr Draper, who currently serves as Secretary of the New South Wales Premier’s Department, brings extensive experience across the public sector. His previous leadership roles include CEO of the NSW…
A coalition of small, independent, multicultural, First Nations and regional Australian news publishers has welcomed the Federal Government’s proposed News Bargaining Incentive (NBI), describing it as a significant step toward strengthening Australia’s independent journalism and ensuring local communities continue to receive reliable news. The coalition praised the Government for incorporating industry feedback following consultation, particularly…
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has recovered $129,674 in unpaid wages for 180 workers following a series of surprise inspections targeting fast food outlets, restaurants and cafés across Hobart. The inspections, carried out across 28 food businesses in Hobart CBD, North Hobart, Bellerive, Howrah, Rosny, Rosny Park and Lindisfarne, found widespread breaches of Australia’s workplace…
The Northern Territory and Australian governments have announced a $21 million construction contract to upgrade a key section of the Central Arnhem Road, delivering safer, more reliable transport for remote communities, local industries and visitors across the Territory. The contract has been awarded to Allan King and Sons, with construction scheduled to commence in September…
Australia’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is gaining momentum, with a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) showing that national EV sales have doubled since February. Canberra continues to lead the country in EV adoption, with one of Australia’s highest rates of electric vehicle ownership. Lower fuel and maintenance costs, combined with growing…
CAPA – Centre for Aviation has selected Canberra to host the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific 2027, bringing some of the aviation industry’s most influential leaders to Australia’s capital in June 2027. The summit will bring together airline chief executives, airport executives, aviation experts and government decision-makers from across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss…
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has paid tribute to outgoing Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) leaders Sally McManus and Michele O’Neil, thanking them for their leadership and their contribution to improving wages and workplace conditions for Australian workers. In a statement, the Prime Minister said working families are in a stronger financial position today because…
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has congratulated Ben Carroll on becoming the new Premier of Victoria, pledging to continue working closely with the Victorian Government to deliver key priorities for residents. In a statement following Carroll’s appointment, the Prime Minister highlighted their previous collaboration on education funding and expressed confidence in continuing a strong partnership. “Congratulations…
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has announced her resignation as Premier and Leader of the Victorian Labor Party, saying she is stepping aside to provide stability for the state and the party ahead of the November state election. In a statement released on Tuesday, Allan described the decision as difficult but necessary, saying it was “the…
Australia and Singapore have reaffirmed their long-standing strategic partnership, signing new agreements aimed at strengthening economic resilience, supply chain security and defence cooperation during the Singapore–Australia Joint Ministerial Committee (SAJMC) meeting in Adelaide. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles, and Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell welcomed Singapore’s…
CANBERRA, ACT — ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr has announced a major Cabinet reshuffle, unveiling a refreshed ministerial team that he says is focused on tackling Canberra’s housing challenges, growing the economy, strengthening public services and delivering the infrastructure needed for the Territory’s future. The new Ministry combines experienced ministers with new leadership, highlighted by…
The Albanese Labor Government has announced plans to establish a new Fair Work Court, aiming to provide faster, simpler and more affordable justice for workers and employers involved in workplace disputes. The proposed federal court is intended to address concerns that Australia’s current workplace relations legal system is costly, complex and slow, with some workers…
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