A new audit recommends the ACT public service set more employment targets and introduce mandatory training to improve workforce diversity, particularly for First Nations and disabled staff.
A wave of federal department office relocations is planned for Canberra from 2026, involving Infrastructure, Tax, Defence and more. Discover the timelines and costs.
A top WA health official was paid $80,000 for a snap hospital audit, prompting calls to end government secrecy. Read why transparency advocates are demanding answers.
A Queensland Police Protective Service officer has been suspended and will face court following an alleged sexual assault in Townsville. Read the latest details.
Iluka Resources has made 91 employees redundant, including 38 at its Perth HQ, following the suspension of its Cataby mineral sands mine. Read the full details on the job cuts and market impact.
Civilian staff at the Department of Defence have lodged a record number of workers' compensation claims, with over half linked to psychological stress. Read the full analysis of the APS mental health crisis.
Albion Park Village Meats sees a 25% surge in roast orders as Illawarra residents prioritise festive feasts. Owner Glenn Stewart says 'people find the money for Christmas'.
New data reveals Australia's laid-back approach to Christmas shopping, with 9% buying on Christmas Day. Discover the trends and total spending forecast for 2024. Plan your gifts now!
A $312,000 review of WA's universities remains unpublished as the Cook Government defends spending $46 million on external consultants over two years. Read the full story.
The annual cost for Canberra's Civic and Braddon flower boxes has surged by more than $100,000. Discover the details of the new contract and who foots the bill.
The federal government commits $225 million over four years to boost its internal AI, GovAI, and launch a secure AI assistant. Experts welcome the move but caution on measuring real impact.
The Albanese government has quietly abandoned its own definition of the public service's external workforce, which it previously used to accuse the Coalition of a $20.8bn 'shadow workforce'. Discover the new audit figures.
WA's Labor government spent $46.4m on external consultants in just 10 months, with the opposition slamming the 'alarming' outsourcing rate. Read the full breakdown.
International tourism to Western Australia has officially rebounded, surpassing 2019 levels with record spending. Discover the key markets driving this boom and what it means for the state's economy.
Townsville's visitor economy is surging as tourists extend their stays, injecting millions into local businesses. Discover how this trend is reshaping the region's future.
New data reveals more than a third of Australian Public Service agencies failed to meet targets for bringing core work in-house, despite overall savings exceeding $542 million. Discover which departments struggled and which excelled.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has not ruled out reductions in public service staffing as agencies are ordered to find savings. MYEFO shows a spike in separation costs.
Bankwest data shows a drop in Black Friday shoppers across WA as households tighten budgets. Discover the spending trends and what it means for the local economy.
The Albanese government is investigating a surge in psychological injury claims among public servants, driving a workers' compensation bill to $7.9bn this year. Read the full analysis.
The Albanese government injects $233 million into CSIRO to safeguard critical research in AI, climate resilience, and minerals, despite 350 jobs still set to be axed. Read the full budget update.
Australian authorities have seized over 400kg of illegal drugs using a custom AI model. The 2025 State of the Service report highlights AI's role in boosting public service innovation and capability.
Nearly 20% of staff at the Australian Office of Financial Management report witnessing corrupt conduct, a figure that has doubled since 2024. CEO Anna Hughes says she cannot explain the alarming survey results.
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
Senior Australian public servants and military chiefs accepted thousands in gifts, including flight upgrades, sports tickets, and luxury items. Explore the full disclosure of perks declared on the official register.
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
Paul Murray argues the WA and Federal Labor governments must curb spending to ease the cost of living crisis. Read his analysis on fiscal policy impacts.
CSIRO CEO Doug Hilton has declined to guarantee no further job losses beyond the 350 roles already slated for 2026, citing budget pressures and ageing infrastructure needs. Read the latest.
Internal emails show the Australian Research Council is planning staff cuts despite an expanded workload. Senator Pocock accuses the ARC of a secret restructure. Read the full investigation.
Suburbs in Canberra's north-west will lose rapid bus services for two years due to Commonwealth Avenue bridge works. Timetable changes start February 2026, with free Friday/Saturday evening travel offered.
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.