Archived News for Professionals in State Government - February, 2015
The new MP in charge of federal water policy says he has a lot to learn.
Terms questioned in $20b sub deal
The Prime Minister says the Australian Submarine Corporation will have a shot at a $20 billion dollar submarine-building contract, but there are fears it may just be a rouse.
Casino bid on hold as QLD poll rolls on
The political situation in Queensland could push back an $8 billion mega-resort project near Cairns.
Coal costs up in the air
Analysts say Victoria’s increased demand for coal power since the axing of the carbon tax is increasing Australia’s energy industry emissions.
Greens seek points between the lines of MP's letter
The Greens have leapt on a letter written by NSW Roads Minister Duncan Gay, which they say shows some serious risks in electricity privatisation.
Greens' coal plan would damn whole industry
The Greens have unveiled a plan to end all coal mining in New South Wales.
SA to peer at nuclear future
South Australia will have a Royal Commission to investigate its role in all parts of the nuclear power cycle.
Allies and offers to define new QLD
The partly-elected Queensland Labor party faces a long wait to see if it can form a government on its own, as minor parties put out the price of their allegiance.
Council cards on table ahead of March poll
New South Wales councils have put out a list of demands (and polite suggestions) ahead of the March 28 state election.
Cuts, budgets and leadership in 2015
Insiders have spoken on what to expect within state and federal governments this year.
Obeid's passports pulled
Former New South Wales Labor minister Eddie Obeid has been ordered to hand over his passports, as prosecutors fear he will flee to Lebanon.
Public leaders lined up for recognition
Three leaders of the public sector have been nominated as finalists in the 2015 Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards.
Record shifting details for mergers and other moves
Cuts, reforms and changes of government can mean headaches for public servants nationwide, especially when it comes to dealing with sensitive data.
Sticky stand-off delays pay talks again
A delicate dance continues this week between tens of thousands of public servants and the departments they work for.
Funding tap turned for dry NSW
Dry times have prompted the Baird Government in NSW to unveil a $300 million drought assistance and resilience package for farmers.