Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Australia is investing nearly half a billion dollars to stop the spread of fire ants.
Expert suggests suppression
A NSW fisheries expert has voiced concerns over the suppression of scientific voices.
Asbestos checks expand
Asbestos contamination concerns widen in New South Wales, with additional sites including schools and hospitals...
Fresh buybacks prepped
The Commonwealth has earmarked $205 million for the first round of water buybacks under the Albanese government.
New track for gouge claims
The ACCC is fast-tracking the community complaints process for corporate price gouging.
Power cut prompts calls
Calls for change have been made in the wake of widespread power outages in Victoria.
Big teaching change called
A new report calls for schools to overhaul teaching methods in favour of science-backed techniques.
Councils slam flight plan
Councils in New South Wales are raising concerns over the proposed flight paths for Western Sydney International Airport.
Leaker payments proposed
Financial incentives have been proposed as a way to support whistleblowers.
Paris to punish big cars
Residents of Paris have voted to triple the city’s parking charges for SUVs.
State crash data sought
The Albanese government is looking at compelling states and territories to disclose confidential road accident data.
New case could shake native title
A looming legal battle could have implications for native title claims across Australia.
NT croc plan lands
The Northern Territory (NT) government has unveiled a draft plan to address the management of its burgeoning saltwater crocodile population.
Shire accused of waterway damage
A WA shire faces charges of violating the state’s Aboriginal Heritage Act.
COVID issues linger
Australian hospitals are facing criticism for their handling of COVID-19 infection controls.
ICAC alerted to PS claim
Allegations of corruption in the NSW planning department have prompted an ICAC referral and suspension of an official.
Power figures listed
Analysts have compiled a list of the most influential forces in Australia’s energy arena.
VicForests stops risky work
VicForests has announced the early termination of community forestry operations in Victoria, linking its decision to the financial and legal risks associated with ongoing litigation.
Black Summer hit studied
Experts say the ‘Black Summer’ bushfires wiped billions from Australia’s tourism supply chain.