The ACT Government will begin engineering works on the Scrivener Dam after an annual safety audit and surveillance inspection. The National Capital Authority’s (NCA) commissions on annual, independent, safety and…
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US President visit free publicity for Canberra
By Lilia Guan The exposure of Canberra through national and international media, from the United States President Barak Obama will have some significant flow on economic benefits. An…
ACT preparing for President Obama
By Lilia Guan Parliament House will be closed to the public from midday Wednesday 16 to midday Thursday 17 November 2011, for the arrival of the United States President,…
ACT building up training
By Paul Hemsley Young Canberrans will be able to complete their skills and training on the proposed ACT government office block. Around 200 young Canberrans will work on the project,…
Manteena bags $18m ACT project
By Paul Hemsley Under the terms of the contract, Manteena will oversee the procurment of resources, assets and contracting tradespeople to work on the health centre project. An ACT…
ACT economy stands out from other states
The Australian Capital Territory continues to have one of the strongest economies in the nation, according to an economic performance report by financial giant, Commonwealth Bank. According to the…
ACT promotes itself to skilled workers
The ACT Government has planned a promotional program for the year, kicking off with two international campaigns. Chief Minister Jon Stanhope said it was important the program maintained the momentum…
Surge in hiring intentions
Government departments are well and truly out of caretaker mode and are preparing to increase staff levels, according to a new report by recruitment firm Hudson. The results of the…
ACT employers report decline in hiring intentions
By Angela Dorizas Employment confidence in the government sector has seen a decline in hiring intentions, according to a new report released today by recruitment firm Hudson. The Hudson Report…
ACT public sector under the microscope
The ACT Government has appointed a former Commonwealth departmental secretary to review the structure and capacity of the public sector. Former Defence secretary Dr Allan Hawke will investigate the…