Archived News for Professionals in State Government
There are concerns this week that Tasmania’s Basslink power cable will not be fixed by its scheduled completion date.
Elderly issues pushed in election talk
The National Aged Care Alliance wants the care needs of older Australians to be placed on the election agenda.
Council re-jig brings 'rig' claims
The NSW Government’s council amalgamation plans have kicked up a furore that seems set to plague Premier Mike Baird.
Eight groups grill Government building
Peak bodies are calling on all political parties to commit to long-term infrastructure spending free from political folly.
Immigration implications investigated
Police are investigating allegations of serious criminality by Immigration Department and Border Force officials.
Coal spills could kill coral
A new study suggests a coal spill on the Great Barrier Reef could bring grave consequences.
Departments silent on foam tests
A Senate report has called for blood testing of workers and residents in response to “the new asbestos”.
Dismal hotel offer denied
Workers at Aboriginal Hostels Limited - the lowest-paid agency in the Commonwealth – have rejected their latest pay offer.
Palmer calls FTI to court
Clive Palmer, the retiring federal MP and chief spender of other people’s money, is suing the administrators of his Queensland Nickel refinery in Townsville for $1.2 billion.
SA set for upgrade either way
Dual promises mean that whoever wins the next election. Adelaide should get a public transport upgrade.
Coal closures kick off WA debate
WA’s Energy Minister says the state’s opposition wants to ruin the coal industry.
Baird reveals council carve-up
Mike Baird has unveiled new council boundaries across Sydney and NSW.
Mayor marred by raft of accusations
Perth Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi is continuing to defy criticism over her treatment of gifts and travel arrangements.
Roads getting ready for robo-cars
All tiers of Australian government will have to respond to the rise of driverless cars, experts say.
Can plan lands in NSW
The New South Wales Government will refund 10 cents for cans and containers under a new recycling scheme.
Nuclear report fallout spreads
The final report from South Australia's Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission has been released.
Free pharmacies in nurse's action
Tasmanian hospital pharmacies will not charge patients, as part of industrial action in the state’s health sector.
Police pursued over union move
Courts have heard that the former secretary of the Victoria Police union was the victim of a campaign to have him sacked.
Water warnings tested in court
A major mine expansion in NSW could threaten Sydney's drinking water, a court has been told.
Mums study shows unlucky states
Save the Children has released a new report revealing Australia’s luckiest and toughest places to be a mum.
SA coal going cold
Giant furnaces at Alinta Energy's Port Augusta power station will fire for the last time today.