Archived News for Professionals in State Government - December, 2017
Parkinson wants public survey
PM&C chief Martin Parkinson wants public service leaders to hold a national survey of Australian views of government service delivery.
WA makes deep school cuts
The WA Government has announced $64 million worth of education spending cuts.
Defence holds PFAS meetings
The Defence Department is continuing to respond to PFAS contamination near old RAAF bases.
Frack review makes many calls
The NT Government’s fracking inquiry has handed down a preliminary report that includes a call to protect groundwater resources.
IBAC uncovers big TAFE scam
Victoria’s corruption watchdog has found evidence of a $2 million TAFE scam.
NSW makes discrimination change
NSW is making sure pregnant woman are not discriminated against, but ...
Call for misconduct measures
Tasmania’s Integrity Commissioner says the state must greatly improve the way it handles misconduct.
Education cuts coming in WA
The WA Education Department is cutting almost 200 positions from its central and regional offices.
Call for new WA water charges
Western Australia’s water utilities are charging more for water than it costs them to provide.
Review makes river recommendations
A scathing review has called for MDB water meters to be upgraded.
Audit slams TAFE SA
A scathing audit of TAFE SA has revealed substandard courses and led to calls for management to resign.
SA boosts rural safety
South Australia has passed new safety laws for nurses and other health professionals.
Tesla battery called on early
The world's largest lithium ion battery has been switched on in South Australia.
Voluntary dying passes in Victoria
Victoria has passed its voluntary assisted dying bill, making euthanasia legal from 2019.