Government urged to prioritise Australian tech contracts
Australia's newest ASX 50 tech company warns the nation risks falling behind in global AI race without government support for homegrown innovation. Join the call for change.
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Department spends $300k on office plants
Exclusive: DFAT spent over $300,000 maintaining office gardens while Labor cuts $6.4bn from public service. Read the shocking details about taxpayer-funded greenery.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
Australia's defence spending crisis: Billions for little gain
Australia spends record $52.7 billion on defence but gets poor returns due to bureaucracy and inefficiency. Expert analysis reveals shocking capability gaps despite massive budget increases.
Defence spending debate erupts after Remembrance Day
Retired Major General Greg Melick's call for increased defence spending sparks political controversy as Labor faces criticism over military funding cuts and capability gaps.
APS trust gap persists despite $13M training spend
Australian Public Service staff rate immediate supervisors higher than senior executives despite $13M leadership training investment. Discover the trust gap details and government response.
WA Travel Spending Soars as Rates Fall
New Bankwest data reveals a massive 12% jump in West Australians using travel agents. Gen Z leads the charge with a 20% surge, booking European summers and cruises.
Meta faces $112M tax hit in Australian news battle
Albanese government pushes ahead with news media bargaining incentive, forcing tech giants to pay for Australian news content or face significant tax penalties.
New AI rules for government contractors announced
Federal government requires contractors to disclose AI use in public service work. New plan includes AI chatbot, training and accountability measures to harness technology safely.
Govt AI Chatbot for All Public Servants by 2026
The Australian government will provide all public servants with secure AI chatbot access within 12 months under its new AI plan, aiming to boost productivity and innovation.
Government House tree risk known before student injury
A new audit reveals a Government House eucalyptus was deemed a 'medium risk' years before a branch fell on a student. Discover the findings and the official response.
SA ill-prepared for algal bloom disaster: report
A damning federal inquiry reveals how ill-prepared South Australian governments were for a major ecological and economic disaster caused by algal blooms.
Former RSL President Calls for Increased Defence Spending
Retired Major General Greg Melick demands Albanese government significantly increase defence funding, warning Australia remains unprepared for potential conflicts in the volatile Indo-Pacific region.
Whitlam's Canberra childhood shaped political vision
Gough Whitlam's formative years in Canberra profoundly influenced his ambitious government agenda and belief in federal power. Discover the lasting impact 50 years after the Dismissal.
Planning Delays Frustrate Australian Business Leaders
Exclusive roundtable reveals mounting frustration among business leaders and local government over bureaucratic red tape stalling vital projects across Australia.
Experts Warn of Potential Constitutional Crisis in Australia
Leading political analysts are drawing unsettling parallels between current political tensions and the 1975 Whitlam dismissal, suggesting Australia's constitutional framework could face unprecedented challenges.
Wayde Peterson Named Shellharbour Council CEO
Shellharbour Council has appointed Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience and fresh leadership to the region. Discover what this means for the community.
Ex-Mayor's Townsville Council Audit Faces Legal Hurdles
Ex-mayor Jenny Hill's push for a comprehensive audit of Townsville Council operations encounters significant legal and procedural obstacles that could derail the investigation.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
New Welfare Laws Alarm Human Rights Experts
Controversial new legislation gives the Australian government unprecedented powers to suspend welfare payments, raising serious human rights concerns among legal experts and advocates.
WA Police Complex Axed: Health Reason or Political Move?
WA Premier Roger Cook cites health reasons for scrapping the $500M police complex, but critics question the timing and lack of medical evidence. Discover the political chess game unfolding in Western Australia.
Townsville mayoral candidate defends anti-Pride stance
Katter's Australian Party candidate Nick Dametto defends his controversial position on council funding for Pride events, sparking heated debate in Townsville's local government race.
Defence's $254M Canberra lease deal exposed
Exclusive details reveal the Department of Defence's quarter-billion dollar property deal in Canberra, securing long-term office space at Brindabella Park with significant taxpayer investment.
Coalition Crisis: Time for Political Divorce?
Growing tensions and policy disagreements are raising serious questions about the future of Australia's conservative alliance. Experts weigh in on whether the political marriage has run its course.
Tony Abbott's Political Legacy: Reshaping Australia
Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott's controversial leadership era examined - from climate policy battles to border protection reforms that defined modern Australian conservatism.
Australia's New Social Media Age Law Protects Kids
Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation requiring parental consent for under-16s on social media platforms, with age verification technology and hefty penalties for non-compliance.
Australia urged to act on Sudan genocide crisis
Human rights advocates and Sudanese Australians demand immediate Australian government action as Sudan faces mass atrocities and potential genocide. Experts warn of catastrophic famine without urgent intervention.
Australia's Climate Plan B If Global Talks Fail
Exclusive insight reveals Australia is developing contingency climate strategies as global negotiations face potential collapse. Discover the backup plans being crafted behind closed doors.
Government Overreach: Australia's Dangerous Intervention Trend
Experts warn that increasing government intervention in Australian business and daily life threatens economic freedom and could have serious consequences for our future prosperity.
WA Labor's risky pet projects waste taxpayer millions
The WA Labor government faces fierce criticism for pouring millions into questionable local projects while treating taxpayers with contempt. Are your rates being wasted on political vanity?
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