The Government has today announced an independent review (the Review) into Commonwealth Parliamentary workplaces which will be led by the Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Ms Kate Jenkins. Finance Minister Simon Birmingham said the aim of the independent review would be to ensure all Commonwealth Parliamentary workplaces are safe and respectful and that our national Parliament reflects best…
DetailsMr Tony Nutt AO has been reappointed as a non-executive director of the Australia Post Board for a three-year term. Mr Nutt has served on the Australia Post Board since March 2018 and brings strong leadership and expertise in governance to the Board. Mr Nutt has made a significant contribution to the Australia Post Board…
DetailsThe Government has today established an independent and confidential 24/7 telephone service to support current and former Commonwealth ministerial, parliamentary and electorate office staff, and those who have experienced serious incidents in any Commonwealth Parliamentary workplace. The Parliamentary Support Line, 1800 APH SPT or 1800 274 778 will provide support or referrals to police…
DetailsWork has begun on the $450 million redevelopment of 60 King William Street in Adelaide’s central business district, with the site set to become home to more than 2200 Services Australia staff. Minister for Government Services Stuart Robert and Senator for South Australia and Minister for Finance, Simon Birmingham visited the site today to…
DetailsAs the federal Member for Boothby, Nicolle Flint has been a proud advocate for her local community and South Australia. Since 2016 Nicolle has been a committed and strong voice for the people of Boothby and a determined representative of the South Australian Liberal team. Enduring the most grim of election battles in 2019, Nicolle’s…
DetailsSenator the Hon. Simon Birmingham Minister for Finance Leader of the Government in the Senate Senator for South Australia The Hon Ben Morton MP Assistant Minister for Electoral Matters Date: Friday, 26 February 2021 The Morrison Government will provide $24.4 million to further modernise the Australian electoral system, providing further safeguards to protect the integrity…
DetailsSenator the Hon. Simon Birmingham Minister for Finance Leader of the Government in the Senate Senator for South Australia Date: Friday, 26 February 2021 KEY POINTS The Monthly Financial Statements for January 2021 report the budget position against the expected monthly profile for the 2020-21 financial year through to 31 January 2021, based on the…
DetailsSenator the Hon. Simon Birmingham Minister for Finance Leader of the Government in the Senate Senator for South Australia Hon Michael McCormack MP Deputy Prime Minister Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Leader of The Nationals Member for Riverina Date: Friday, 26 February 2021 The Australian Government is investing a further $220 million for…
DetailsSENATOR THE HON SIMON BIRMINGHAM Minister for Finance Leader of the Government in the Senate Senator for South Australia THE HON PAUL FLETCHER MP Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts The Morrison Government welcomes NBN Co’s strong half yearly financial and operating results as it continues to focus on keeping…
DetailsAfter three years at the helm, Mr Richard Wankmuller will be retiring mid this year as Chief Executive Officer of Inland Rail at the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC). Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack thanked Mr Wankmuller for his contribution to the delivery of Inland Rail. “I…
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