Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
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Veterans' Affairs ranked worst APS workplace
New census reveals Veterans' Affairs is now the least recommended public service department by staff, while Treasury remains the favourite workplace. Discover the full rankings.
ACT Jail Fails Rehabilitation Mission: Report
A damning review reveals Canberra's Alexander Maconochie Centre is failing its rehabilitative mission, with widespread boredom, drug access, and staff reporting toxic culture. Urgent reforms needed.
UOW saves sexual assault service after student campaign
University of Wollongong reverses course on SARC cuts after student outcry, but staffing reductions still concern advocates during national violence crisis.
Teralba's 24-Hour Petrol Station Plan Proposed
A development application proposes rebuilding the Enhance Teralba petrol station for 24/7 operation, catering to Lake Macquarie's growing community. Read the details.
New Agriculture Secretary Announced After Shock Exit
Treasury official Victoria Anderson returns to lead Agriculture Department after Adam Fennessy's terminated role. Appointment brings expertise in biosecurity and drought policy.
Free Surf CAT Bus Service Launches in Perth
Perth's new $17.8 million Surf CAT bus service launches this weekend, offering free rides to Scarborough Beach with special surfboard racks. A game-changer for summer travel!
New Public Breast Screening Service for Cairns
Cairns women gain improved access to breast cancer screening with new public service reducing wait times and private sector reliance. Early detection saves lives.
AFP union: Budget cuts threaten national security
Australian Federal Police Association warns 5% budget cuts would hollow out critical roles in cybercrime and counter-terrorism, creating immediate security risks.
Sexual Violence Legal Service extended to 2028
A vital legal service for victim-survivors of sexual violence in the ACT has secured funding until 2028, addressing 'enormous and unmet' demand. Learn how this supports survivors.
Storm Triggers Townsville Rail Signal Failure, Traffic Jam
Severe storm knocks out Queensland Rail signals in Townsville, causing major traffic backup and commuter delays. Learn how the disruption unfolded and response efforts.
Councillor's strip club expense and military record queried
Joondalup councillor Nige Jones admits mistake after charging ratepayers for a drink at Adelaide strip club while facing new questions about embellished military service claims.
Catastrophic Bushfire Danger Declared for NSW
Thousands of Australians are on high alert as catastrophic bushfire conditions, the worst in years, hit NSW. Residents urged to enact survival plans immediately.
Home Affairs worst for bullying in government report
New 2025 State of the Service report reveals Department of Home Affairs has highest bullying rates despite improvement. Discover which agencies are tackling workplace culture issues effectively.
Optus Suffers Another Major Network Outage
Thousands of Optus customers face service disruptions in latest network outage. Check your service status and see what compensation is available.
ACT public service share falls to lowest since 2006
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
25 NSW schools closed due to catastrophic fire danger
25 NSW public schools are closed as catastrophic fire danger ratings hit the Lower Central West Plains. The NSW RFS urges residents to relocate early for safety.
Bali flight emergency return after engine failure
A Batik Air Boeing 737 MAX bound for Bali was forced into an emergency return to Melbourne after an engine failure. Passengers describe a 'weird' take-off. Full details on the incident.
Pocock warns APS budget cuts will be 'absolute disaster'
ACT Senator David Pocock and public sector unions condemn government's 5% APS budget cuts, warning devastating impact on smaller agencies and essential services.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
Workplace Gender Equality Agency seeks new CEO
Mary Wooldridge will not seek reappointment as Workplace Gender Equality Agency CEO in 2026. Recruitment begins for new leader to drive gender equality reforms.
95-year-old Marine Rescue volunteer honoured for 35 years
Margaret Teal, 95, receives life membership for 35 years of volunteer service with Marine Rescue NSW, recognised as one of the service's longest-serving members.
Thousands of WA Student Records Deleted
Massive data loss hits WA schools as thousands of student records deleted without backup. Education Department under fire for catastrophic IT failure.
John Laws State Funeral Broadcast Details
Legendary broadcaster John Laws receives state funeral honours in Sydney. Watch live coverage and tributes to Australia's radio king. Don't miss the farewell.
Kirwan Service Station and Childcare Centre Approved
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
Samsung Phone Fails Triple-0 Call, Person Dies
A person has died after an ageing Samsung phone failed to connect to Triple-0 on the TPG network. The incident prompts urgent warnings for users to update their devices and raises serious questions about Australia's emergency call system.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
Perth's Boorloo Bridge closed after cable failure
A lighting cable crashed onto Perth's new $105m Boorloo Bridge, forcing immediate closure. No injuries reported as authorities investigate the cause. Read the latest.
Boorloo Bridge light strip falls, nearly hits cyclist
A Victoria Park footbridge closed after lighting fell just missing a cyclist. Main Roads WA investigating the incident that occurred less than a year after opening. Stay updated.
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.
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