Archived News for Professionals in State Government - October, 2016
SAPN loses price appeal
The Australian Competition Tribunal has backed the AER’s denial of SA Power Networks’ plan to collect more revenue.
Solar firms accused of confusing deals
As the good deals for rooftop solar decline, energy retailers have been accused of capitalising on consumer confusion.
Taskforce to tackle power moves
Victoria is setting up a taskforce to plan closure of the Hazelwood coal-fired power station.
Joyce warns of red laws
Federal Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce says the Labor Party’s land clearing laws resemble those of a communist regime.
Talks to probe prison rates
The Federal Government will hold an inquiry into the incarceration rate of Indigenous Australians.
Cairns urged to avoid cavities
Dentists are again calling on the regional city of Cairns to fluoridate its water.
Palaszczuk pays for dam studies
The Queensland Government will spend $15 million on dam feasibility studies that it says Barnaby Joyce is avoiding.
Strict speeds could impede focus
Could taking a hard line on speed limits actually decrease road safety?
Experts brace for QLD Zika season
Seventy-six cases of the Zika virus have now been diagnosed in Queensland.
Hard sell for WA power plans
The WA Government is feeling the heat for attempts to sell its power network.
Hydro sends Basslink back to banks
Tasmania’s undersea power cable operator Basslink is in talks with banks to stay afloat.
Pot bill passes in QLD
Queensland has passed laws allowing Queensland GPs to prescribe medicinal cannabis for patients.
Family-friendly MP push blocked
WA Premier Colin Barnett is against MPs breastfeeding in Parliament.
SA ICAC calls for new eyes
South Australia's Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) says public officers suspended with pay should be watched.
Funding flows in Vic. water plan
The Victorian Government released a new $500 million water management framework.