Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - April, 2023
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is in need of significant reform to ensure its sustainability, according to the Albanese government.
Jenkins leaves a better place
Ministers have marked the exit of Australia’s sex discrimination commissioner.
Mortgage risk warned
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a warning about Australia’s mortgage risk.
Super body wants gig extension
A super fund lobby has called for gig workers to be included in the system.
Robodebt collectors dropped
Government Services Minister Bill Shorten has taken steps to remove three private debt-collection agencies from Services Australia.
Green money warns government
Governments have been warned not to go too deep on specific green technologies.
Big rail blowout picked apart
A review has highlighted issues with Australia’s delayed and over-budget inland rail project.
Equality smashed in short period
New data has exposed a ‘radical reversal’ of equality in Australia.
Survey sees slavery needs
A new survey says business groups want a commissioner to deal with slavery.
IMF warns of friendly risks
The IMF says the flood of direct investment between allied countries risks financial stability.
Lowe expands on pain
Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe has warned that Australian households should brace for more interest rate pain ...
Medicare bleeds public money
The Australian Government has released a long-awaited review into Medicare fraud and non-compliance ...
Card control continues
Labor has introduced the new Indue SmartCard, despite an election promise to end compulsory income management for welfare recipients.
Court to rule on climate needs
The International Court of Justice will soon determine states' legal and financial obligations to prevent climate harm.
Key names call for cuts
Giants of Australian industry have joined the call for emissions reductions.
Land fight turns to banks
Banks have been targeted in a legal complaint about human rights and mining.