Government News

Dodgy bus shelter deals may be just the tip of the iceberg in state corruption inquiries.

Thousands of jobs and billions of investment dollars are at risk from the ever-increasing gas price, economists say.

Budget cuts could be deadly, as the World Health Organization struggles to stem outbreaks with fewer resources.

A damning Integrity Commission investigation into nepotism within Tasmania's hospital system continues to take names.

The AIDS 2014 conference started under a dark cloud in Melbourne.

Consumer groups say this week’s changes to federal laws put consumers at risk, despite being aimed at preventing financial planning fraud.

Outgoing staff say corporate tax cheating could become rampant, as the Australian Tax Office has its workforce “gutted”.

A move made by the Senate on the Federal Budget means $435 million will not be cut from universities.

Studies have shown why it is important that young people feel a connection to a school community, but at the same time Australian Government policies are keeping some out.

The Federal Government has tabled its plans to enhance Australian intelligence agencies with more digital powers.

There are fears of a brain drain in Tasmania, with warnings that half the state’s CSIRO staff face the sack.

A conference this week discussed what can be done with Australia’s 50,000 disused mine sites.

The Senate is looking for some extra conditions before passing the Federal Government’s asset recycling bill.

The Reform of the Federation White Paper has re-enlivened an old debate in regional communities – asking whether Australia needs more states.

Councillors are pushing for a tax-free income.

A South Australian council taskforce will soon begin investigations into the potential social and community impacts of local mining projects.

One regional Centrelink office wants to use a stopwatch to monitor customer calls, but employees are not happy.

Hundreds of millions in savings are coming for local governments in Victoria, as a majority switch to LED street lights.

Dozens of ABC journalists will be sacked, and their union says it is just the start of big cuts to the national broadcaster.

The boss of a state government water agency embroiled in controversy has resigned.