Archived News for Professionals in State Government - June, 2017
Three federal MPs have been called to court over comments they made about sentencing in terrorism cases.
WA allows DV leave
The WA Government has introduced 10 days of paid domestic violence leave for the state’s 40,000 public servants.
Greens say Reef needs more money
The Queensland Government has been accused of applying a band-aid to the Great Barrier Reef.
Victoria boosts ER safety
Victoria has doubled funding for security in public hospitals after a disturbing attack on a surgeon.
Powerful papers outline middle ground
The long-awaited Finkel review has been released, offering a blueprint for Australia’s energy future.
WA Chief Scientist honoured
Western Australia's chief scientist Peter Klinken has been made a Companion of the Order of Australia for his service to medical research and biochemistry.
Local schools rise in ranking
Five Australian universities have made the top 50 in a new QS higher education ranking.
Short exposure for NT budget
The NT Government has halved the allocated time for scrutiny of its budget.
WA decries wage change
The WA Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) has hit out against a planned minimum wage increase.
Councils launch TasWater campaign
Tasmanian councils are spending tens of thousands of dollars campaigning against Treasurer Peter Gutwein's ...
CSIRO sees big things for blockchain
Data61 has reviewed blockchain tech for government and industry...
Perth pipe problems continue
New water quality concerns at the new Perth Children’s Hospital have emerged.
Carmichael gets green light
Adani’s Carmichael mine is going ahead, with the Indian mining giant giving the green light to the first stage of the $16 billion megamine.
Macdonald jailed on coal deal
Former NSW Labor MP Ian Macdonald has been sentenced to up to 10 years’ jail for wilful misconduct in public office.