Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Victoria’s travel plans are up for debate, as parties spruik their transport visions ahead of this year’s election.
Tassie starts run for Year 12 enhancement
Tasmania has embarked on an effort to extend its high schools to Year 12.
Archive compiles ancient learning for new look at books
A living archive has been launched in Darwin, to breathe life into Indigenous languages recorded decades ago.
Auditor burns firies' health requirements
A recent audit has found lapses in the health requirements for fire-fighters, saying better systems should be in place to protect them and the public.
Bleeding memory exposes all-important online data
UPDATE 14/04: The NSA has denied reports that it has been using Heartbleed as a spying tool.
Bureaucratic craft lost in silence, former boss says
A former senior public official says government workers should be “pushing back” against political decisions they know are wrong.
Efficient focus for new public sector body
A new commission has been launched to investigate broad public sector reform across one state.
Lines laid to bring change in smoothly
The Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet has put out a guide to help those responsible for implementing its new policies.
Undervalued government staff strike for better deal
Public servants have walked off the job in protest of pay conditions in WA.
Green fund fears for future investment in NSW
Two solar farms in New South Wales have their financial backing secured, but there is some trepidation around the future of the state’s renewable investment.
Macquarie success is clear lesson for others
Seven years of incredible conservation efforts have led to the declaration that Macquarie Island is free of pests.
Tree-clearing claims bowl over QLD conservation
Concern has been raised over widespread land clearing in Queensland, which may be occurring without any public consultation.
Firing and inflexibility in workplace pregnancy stats
A new report has shown a high level of discrimination across Australian workplaces, which can lead to personal, economic and even safety issues.
Bike shift to form clear rear buffer
New laws in Queensland are aimed at making it easier for drivers to understand what to do when passing cyclists.
Finding means greenfield deals can come from just a few
The Federal Court has backed a negotiating tactic which allows construction companies to sidestep unions on agreements for new projects.
Interstate upgrade to boost both ways
The Australian Energy Regulator has signalled its approval for an upgrade which will increase energy flows between South Australia and Victoria.
Funding fight asks who deprived Tasmania
Concerns have been raised about funds some thought were secured for Tasmanian schools.
Public papers' privacy protected by bolstered bill
New laws are being set up to regulate the handling of personal information by Public Service Agencies and contractors in the ACT.
Queensland hears ante for tourist casinos
Casinos are on the cards in Queensland, with the state government looking at proposed sites around the Whitsundays this week.
Teacher strike sees thousands on streets, 103 schools closed
Over one hundred WA schools were closed as thousands of teachers took their anger to the streets this week.
Locals back look into environment agency culture
A NSW environmental network says there should be a parliamentary inquiry into the state’s Environmental Protection Agency, which it alleges is riddled with flaws.