Archived News for Professionals in State Government - June, 2017
Treasurer Scott Morrison has threatened to impose financial penalties on governments that limit gas exploration.
QLD to halt hog-tying
A whistleblower says youth workers were aware of systemic abuse inside Queensland's juvenile detention system.
Soft drink tax may not hurt much
Research suggests the benefits of a soft drink tax could outweigh the costs to disadvantaged groups.
WA cops get more vests
West Australian frontline police officers will soon be supplied with stab-proof vests.
Senator calls for nursing safety boost
A South Australian senator has called for immediate action to protect rural nurses.
Vic. in line for big rail boost
The Federal Government will provide over $1 billion towards Victoria's Regional Rail package.
AMEC questions WA department
The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) has been slammed for leaving a mine safety levy and trust fund $10 million in debt.
Fines held back after camera attack
Police have had to cancel hundreds of speeding tickets and fines after a virus ...
WA opens NDIS divide
An unnecessary stoush is growing between the WA and federal government over the NDIS.
SA budget hacks at banks
South Australia’s 2017/18 budget includes new taxes on banks and foreign investors.
Land Title sale questioned
The SA Budget includes plans to sell the Lands Titles Office for up to $400 million.
Victorian fire fight ongoing
Negotiations continue over the Victorian Government's controversial plan to split fire services.
ACT's water deal questioned
Questions are being raised over a deal between ActewAGL and Icon Water worth tens of millions of dollars per year.
WA bans new uranium
The WA Government has banned uranium mining, but will allow four projects that have approval to proceed.
Police planning PTSD help
The Queensland Police Union has partnered with the Queensland Police Service to develop vital mental health strategies for officers.
Call for teleheath continuity
Advocates want to make sure funding for important telehealth services stays strong.
Pumped hydro study spots SA sites
Researchers have identified over 180 possible sites for pumped hydro energy storage across South Australia.
QLD stemming solar subsidy
The Queensland Government is looking at tightening the rules on how households with solar panels use and sell excess energy.
ECQ review released
The Electoral Commission of Queensland has been labelled a secretive, authoritarian organisation ...