Archived News for Professionals in State Government
A human rights activist says Islamic schools are doing more harm than good to Muslim students.
Gutwein's silence getting serious
Tasmanian Treasurer Peter Gutwein could be held in contempt of Parliament.
NT bringing asbestos control closer
Asbestos control will soon be covered under in the Northern Territory’s Public and Environmental Health Act.
QLD taking black lung seriously
The Queensland Government says it is ramping up efforts to tackle black lung.
Shipbuilding base planned
A new centre will help Adelaide's Osborne shipyards prepare workers for $90 billion worth of shipbuilding.
Ex-ETSA boss backs nuclear
South Australia should switch to nuclear power, according to a former Electricity Trust of South Australia (ETSA) chief.
Whistleblower ambo under review
NSW Ambulance is investigating a paramedic who raised concerns about the safety of patients.
'No Jab, No Play' could come to WA
The West Australian Government appears likely to introduce ‘no jab no play’ laws.
Powerful quote criticised
Unions claim ACCC chair Rod Sims has broken the public service code of conduct.
QLD corruption probe disrupted
One of the Queensland Government’s top bureaucrats has referred himself to the state’s corruption watchdog.
Desal running after idle years
After four years of inactivity, Victoria’s desalination plant is churning.
Stop Adani Alliance launched
Former Greens leader Bob Brown has brought together a unified front against the Carmichael coal mine.
QCoal makes corruption claim
Queensland mining company QCoal’s managing director has lodged corruption claims.
Hydro plans dry on detail
The $2 billion expansion of the Snowy Mountains hydro scheme has been met with excitement and cynicism.
QLD leaders fly to fight for coal
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has brought a gaggle of rural mayors to India to push for the Carmichael mine.
Alinta sale ends IPO plans
Western Australia's largest gas retailer Alinta Energy has been sold to a Hong Kong-based company.
NSW setting up STEM school
The NSW Government is opening a science-focused school to be run by the Catholic Education office.
Reef management under review
The environment minister has ordered a review of governance of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA).
WA DCS denies demotion
A senior WA public servant says he has been demoted after taking legal action.