Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Western Australia's Muja coal-fired power station will remain operational for longer.
Crawford speaks on sector
Margaret Crawford, former NSW auditor-general, has called for improved bureaucratic accountability.
NSW sees deficit surge
NSW’s Treasury has revealed a projected deficit of almost $2 billion by 2026-27.
NSW shuffles execs
The CEO of the NSW Reconstruction Authority has been chosen to assume the role of Permanent Secretary at the NSW Premier's Department.
State backs prison switch
The Queensland government is seeking to override its Human Rights Act and use police watch houses as youth detention facilities.
State stays off new Murray plan
Victoria has refused to sign on to the federal government’s new Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
EPA lays gold charges
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has launched criminal proceedings against Newcrest's Cadia gold mine.
States run cross-border blitz
WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW are joining forces for a cross-border construction blitz.
NSW splits for focus
The NSW Department of Planning and Environment is being split up to focus more on climate and housing.
NT police leader speaks
The new Northern Territory Police Association president has criticised alleged government failures.
Snowy firm fined for spill
A Snowy 2.0 contractor has received its third fine for polluting Kosciuszko National Park waterways.
Plum posting probed
Controversy has emerged around the NSW Transport Minister's Appointment of a former Labor staffer to a high-paying role.
PM outlines housing boost
The Prime Minister has offered state and local councils $3.5 billion to fast-track the construction of 1.2 million homes.
Voice sought for climate
Experts say Indigenous voices need to lead Australia’s response to the climate crisis.
US judge tells state to help
A court ruling means government agencies must protect citizens from impacts of climate change in Montana.
Varroa sightings spread
The destructive varroa mite has been discovered for the first time in Kempsey on the New South Wales mid-north coast.
Grim conditions in WA prison
Broome Regional Prison's future is uncertain amidst serious safety concerns.
Dump plan abandoned
The Federal Government appears to have scrapped plans for a nuclear waste dump in regional South Australia.