Independent review into Commonwealth Parliamentary workplaces

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…

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Australia Post Board Reappointment

Mr 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…

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Support line available for all Commonwealth parliamentary staff

The 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…

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New Services Australia office a boost for Adelaide CBD

Work 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…

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Nicolle Flint MP

As 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…

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Richard Wankmuller to retire as ARTC Inland Rail CEO

After 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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