Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Asbestos is still being used in building products on Australian sites, and experts want a serious response.
Leading lab gets VP's praise
US Vice President Joe Biden has toured one of Australia’s top cancer centres.
More measures to protect sacred sites
The Northern Territory Government has received 39 recommendations to improve the protection of sacred sites.
Small stations see cuts in WA
The WA Government has released its long-awaited plan for remote Aboriginal communities.
Foam ban imposed in QLD
The Queensland Government has banned the chemical firefighting foams that contaminate land and ground water across the country.
Liberals snort at water order
Victoria’s Opposition has slammed the state’s Labor government for a $27 million water order.
New clinic to fill jab gaps
A special clinic will specifically target children who are not vaccinated due to complex medical conditions.
Nuclear jury sets direction
The citizens’ jury portion of South Australia’s nuclear waste dump plan has revealed some strong concerns.
WA Labor locking the gate
Two WA Labor MPs have become the latest to call for a ban on hydraulic fracturing in the state.
Barnett could discharge power plan
The WA Government appears to be easing back on its push to privatise electricity, for fear of a scare campaign.
TAFE takes defensive line
TAFE New South Wales has been criticised for commissioning a $90,000 report on its rivals.
Ancient trade accepted in NT
There is a growing legal precedent for native title holders to take and use resources from their land for commercial purposes.
Big gaps in trade fees revealed
Insiders say there is a massive disparity between the fees charged to WA public high school students studying trade subjects.
Disgusting practice condemned in NSW
Greyhound racing will soon be banned in NSW, bringing to end an industry that for many is exploitative, abusive, cruel and unnecessary.
Family Court judge wants smoother transitions
The Chief Justice of the Family Court wants to make it easier and less stressful for transgender children to access hormones.
Vote lag seen as evidence for change
Some say this week’s sluggish vote count shows we should move to digital systems.
Workloads wringing public sector dry
A union survey has found ACT public servants are working themselves sick.
Prison teacher plan unpicked
A plan to bring unqualified teachers in NSW prison is causing a lot of controversy.
Barnaby backs off rural relocation
Barnaby Joyce is avoiding turmoil this week by putting off his plans to move a federal department to regional Victoria.