Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - August, 2022
Charity tour gets rolling
The Albanese Government has launched town hall consultations with the charity sector.
PBO predicts steep rail cost
New analysis suggests building and running Victoria's Suburban Rail Loop will cost about $200 billion.
CCC head makes federal suggestions
A legal expert says the Federal Government should look to WA when creating its national anti-corruption body.
Google fined for hidden location
Google has been ordered to pay $60 million for misleading consumers.
Climate direction questioned
An Australian expert says global funds are being misallocated to deal with the wrong climate threats.
Dutton's pick uncovered
Peter Dutton appears to have overruled the Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s choice for a new executive director.
Musk preps war chest
Elon Musk has sold US$6.9 billion ($9.8 billion) worth of his Tesla shares ahead of a potential legal battle with Twitter.
Rich reductions reported
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released the latest taxation statistics.
ATO opens APS door
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is offering students a “foot in the door” for the Australian Public Service.
Welfare linked to health risk
Intergenerational welfare recipients are nearly three times as likely to be hospitalised, according to a recent study.
Estimates outline big interest bill
A conservative free-market think tank says the interest bill on Australia’s debt could be $75 billion by 2030.
RBA updates outlook
The RBA’s updated inflation forecast suggests there will be some serious challenges ahead.
NAB boss backs target
One of the biggest names in Australian finance says an emissions target will drive a green lending boom.
Judge laments fine size
A judge has warned there are not enough powers to deter illegal behaviour by CFMEU members.