$312k WA uni review part of $46m consultant spend
A $312,000 review of WA's universities remains unpublished as the Cook Government defends spending $46 million on external consultants over two years.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.
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Labor shelves definition behind $20.8bn APS 'shadow workforce' claim
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 Labor's $46m secret expert advice spend slammed
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.
APS agencies miss targets to reduce outsourcing
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.
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.
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.
Nous boss explains $2m ANU job in Senate hearing
Nous Group CEO Tim Orton has defended the consultancy's $2 million work for ANU, denying using a 'cookie-cutter' approach while explaining the complex projects undertaken.
Waste-to-Energy Plant Hit with Fresh Legal Claims
The troubled East Rockingham waste-to-energy facility faces fresh legal battles as receivers launch new claims against contractors, raising questions about Australia's renewable energy future.
Ertech's Record Year & Defence Contract Ambitions
Perth-based civil contractor Ertech celebrates unprecedented growth with $450 million in new projects while positioning for crucial defence infrastructure work across Australia.
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