Public servants ranked female workers on ‘hotties list’ Careers Junior public servants at the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts allegedly created a ‘hotties list’ ranking their female co-workers.
Premium Interviews How one secretary builds synergies and stewards his own way through political furore August 23, 2023 By Melissa Coade Communications & Technology There are few more prepared to take the reins of a mega commonwealth department spanning so many portfolios than Jim Betts.
Premium Insights and analysis Treasury’s new media professional standards test needs a rethink December 21, 2022 By Andrew Podger Communications & Technology The News Media and Digital Platforms Mandatory Bargaining Code may satisfy Treasury, but it shouldn’t satisfy the communications department.
2022 local government awards now open August 12, 2022 By Dan Holmes Community & Social Eleven award categories are now open for nominations showcasing applied creative and tailored solutions to social and economic outcomes.
Government focus is on getting the right fit June 23, 2022 By Chris Johnson Editors' Picks There are a number of surprises in the department secretary changes, yet all of the appointments are solid.
Getting regional development right December 8, 2020 By Chloe Ward, Emma Shortis, Sebastian Fastenrath, Marian Schoen, Bruce Wilson and Leo Goedegebuure Economy & Industry A new strategic approach to revitalising Victoria’s Gippsland is centred on place-based leadership and could be applied around Australia’s regions.
Ministers made up their own minds on regional grants after public servants gave weak advice November 14, 2019 By Stephen Easton Federal Public servants can’t stop ministers doling out questionable grants of taxpayer’s money, but it’s important that their advice on who deserves the money is strong and the process beyond reproach.
People and issues outside our big cities are diverse, but these priorities stand out February 28, 2019 By Stewart Lockie Editors' Picks Rural and regional Australia is a big and diverse place, but some broad common issues do emerge as policy priorities.
Decentralisation drive: all APS agencies told to consider every chance of a tree-change February 15, 2019 By Stephen Easton Federal The Morrison government has restated a commitment to having more public servants in regional areas, narrowly defined as anywhere but Canberra and the two major city-centres, in response to a Senate inquiry that reported last June.
Cities vs regions: why reforming cities must remain central to the modern Labor project June 29, 2018 By Linda Scott Editors' Picks Cities can learn from the great leaders in our regions, and help their communities prosper along the way, says Linda Scott.
APVMA staff don't want to change their address, not looking for a New England March 29, 2018 By Stephen Easton News At least 110 of around 200 staff have decided to leave the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority rather than move with it to Armidale, but the Member for New England Barnaby Joyce insists it’s still a good idea.
How seven councils joined to digitally connect Queensland’s most remote areas August 4, 2017 By Sarah Morgan Case studies How one of Queensland’s most sparsely populated and remote regions is using data to increase liveability, strengthen social fabric and stop people leaving. When you are this remote it is vital to be innovative and resourceful.
VPS decentralisation: agencies relocating jobs to Ballarat and Latrobe Valley revealed May 5, 2017 By David Donaldson News Hundreds of existing and new jobs at several departments and agencies will end up in regional centres under a Victorian government plan to decentralise the VPS.
Victoria to decentralise 750 public service jobs May 2, 2017 By David Donaldson News Victoria is jumping on the decentralisation bandwagon with a push to send 750 public servants to regional areas. Plus movement at Service Victoria.
CEO Kareena Arthy quits APVMA to become Canberra's chief cheerleader April 24, 2017 By Stephen Easton News Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority CEO Kareena Arthy is staying in Canberra to take up a senior role in the ACT Public Service, which is all about promoting the capital as a vibrant destination for tourism and business.