AI stops 400kg of drugs at Australian border
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.
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One in five staff at debt agency report seeing corruption
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.
Public Service 2026: Budget, IR & Whistleblower Changes
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.
ACT school staff surge drives $70m budget overspend
A near 50% increase in learning support assistants over five years is a key factor behind a $70 million staffing overspend in ACT public schools. An independent review is now underway.
Military chiefs, bureaucrats declare lavish gifts and perks
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.
DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
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.
Parking vs Pools: The Battle for Canberra's New Aquatic Centre
The ACT's $137.8m Commonwealth Park aquatic centre faces a critical design choice: allocate precious land and funds for car parking or prioritise community facilities and public transport access.
Emails reveal planned job cuts at research funding body
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.
Canberra bus cuts as bridge works cause major disruption
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.
DFAT, Treasury face final Senate estimates grilling
Senior bureaucrats from Treasury and DFAT face senators on the last day of Senate estimates hearings. Key topics include ISIS brides, productivity, NDIS changes, and AI use in the APS.
Asbestos confirmed in ACT coloured sand, schools affected
Detailed testing has confirmed asbestos contamination in five colours of Kadink decorative sand, prompting school closures and a new ministerial declaration for safe removal. Learn the latest.
ACT bans community appeals against public housing projects
The ACT government has passed laws banning community appeals against public and community housing to accelerate construction. The four-year ban aims to deliver homes faster for vulnerable Canberrans.
Illawarra schools shine in latest NAPLAN data
Dapto and Gwynneville Public Schools have been nationally recognised for achieving above-average student progress in literacy and numeracy, defying socio-educational expectations. Discover their success strategies.
'Jobs for Mates' Report Slams Public Service Appointments
A new report reveals systemic 'jobs for mates' appointments in the Australian public service, sparking calls for urgent reform. Read the full investigation.
Weak response to jobs review erodes government trust
The Australian government's tepid response to a damning review into public sector appointments undermines public confidence. Read why stronger action is needed to restore integrity.
Day Two of Senate Estimates: Departments Face Questioning
Officials from Home Affairs, Infrastructure and the APS Commission front Senate estimates. Follow live updates as Minister Gallagher faces questions on the delayed jobs-for-mates review.
Labor's five demands for ACT Speaker election
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
New Legal Closing the Gap Duties for ACT Public Servants
Senior ACT public servants will be legally required to demonstrate cultural capability and work to eliminate institutional racism under a new bill supported by the government.
ACT gets Monday public holiday for 2026 Anzac Day
The ACT will observe a public holiday on Monday, April 27, 2026, after Anzac Day falls on a Saturday. The administrative change ensures a long weekend while preserving the day's significance.
Final Senate Estimates 2025: Department Heads Grilled
Department heads face the final Senate estimates hearings of 2025, with scrutiny on email transfers and over 8000 unanswered questions on notice. Follow the live coverage.
Liberals' Bold Speaker Gamble in Final ACT Sitting
Canberra's Legislative Assembly faces a pivotal vote for Speaker as the Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson. Will this political gamble pay off in the final sitting week of 2025?
Public Service Bosses Scrutinised in 2025 Census
New data reveals which Australian Public Service agencies have the most and least popular bosses. Discover the top performers and workplaces facing leadership challenges.
$8.9m in old MyWay funds stuck in limbo
A year after Canberra's troubled switch to MyWay+, $8.9 million of passenger cash remains stranded in the old system. Discover the fallout from the 'significant failure' and what's being done.
Reply-all email carbon footprint concerns revealed
Senate estimates reveal concerns about reply-all email carbon footprints, PM's security-driven wedding choice, and robo-debt drama casting. Read the latest political insights.
Government consultant spending jumps $135m despite pledge
Federal government spending on external consultants surged to $756 million last year, contradicting Labor's promise to build public service capability. Analysis reveals $135m increase.
ACT public housing tenants denied essential repairs
Canberra public housing residents face dangerous living conditions as maintenance contractors claim funding has run out. Legal service reports alarming increase in repair neglect.
Rethinking Leadership with Angela Nutton
Longreach Media's Angela Nutton shares why diversity is a core business strength, not a checklist. Discover how inclusive leadership is reshaping Australian advertising. Read more.
Authentic Inclusion Builds Trust in Australian Brands
Discover how embedding genuine diversity and inclusion into brand DNA, not just campaigns, builds consumer trust in multicultural Australia. Learn from industry leaders.
Diversity in Australian Advertising Drives Sales
New research reveals inclusive advertising lifts sales by 3.46% in Australia. Learn why consistency beats tokenism and how brands can authentically represent diverse communities.
Public Service staff costs soar to $18 billion
Australian Public Service staffing costs surge to over $18 billion amid wage hikes, forcing departments to find 5% savings. Minister denies job cuts but economists warn reductions are inevitable.
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