Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Victoria’s anti-corruption commission says drug use is a “widespread and serious problem”.
Abortion reform outlined in NT
Advocates are pushing to line up the Northern Territory’s abortion laws with the rest of the country.
Advocates want waste talk to continue
Businesses, academics and experts want nuclear waste dump talks to stay active.
AEMO backs better links
The energy regulator has backed billions of dollars worth of infrastructure upgrades.
Recognition talks launched
The first meetings on the constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people start this week.
States could make new ETS
SA Premier Jay Weatherill wants the states to set up an emissions-trading system without the Federal Government.
Teachers told to quiet views
Education Minister Simon Birmingham has warned “green activist” teachers against protesting the abuse of asylum seekers.
Disability fixes funded
Workplaces will be encouraged to employ people with disabilities, fund leadership and create ...
NT mining influence highlighted
Environmentalists are concerned about the amount of mining industry figures on an NT Government-appointed board.
Adani's new line on track
A proposed coal rail line in Queensland has passed its first hurdle for a Federal Government loan.
TAFE told to pay back NSW
The Baird Government has been criticised for demanding TAFE hand back $210 million in “excess cash”.
Prime provisions in QLD IR bill
A generous new industrial relations bill has passed Queensland Parliament.
Vic. paramedics see $500m boost
Victoria has put up $500 million for 450 new paramedics and a raft of other improvements.
Drumline dolphin gets second shot
Authorities have freed a dolphin that learned how to feed from Queensland’s floating drum lines.
Farmers' views greening
A survey of farmers has found many are concerned about looming threats, but feel unrepresented.
Report calls for more say on gas
SA’s Natural Resources Committee says there should be no unconventional gas work without a social licence.
Stanwell slammed for cold coal deal
Six executives at a Queensland Government-owned power company have been criticised for accepting bonuses while subcontractors go unpaid.
AEC sheds light on SA solar risk
The Australian Energy Council has warned South Australia about the risks of solar power.