Archived News for Professionals in State Government - November, 2019
PS silenced on climate link
New South Wales public servants have been told “not to discuss the link between climate change and bushfires”.
Victoria PS growth beats population
Victoria’s Auditor-General says the state will have to continue borrowing cash to fund major infrastructure projects.
Authorities respond to Yuendumu death
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has been criticised for its delayed response to the police shooting of a teenager in the Northern Territory.
Ambos push back at RHH
‘Unsafe’ conditions have led paramedics to stop treating patients outside of ambulances at Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).
SA battery scheme sluggish
South Australia's subsidised home battery scheme has got off to a limping start.
SA to desalinate
South Australia is turning on its desal plant so that upstream farms can have more water.
Victoria to fell logging
The Victorian Government has announced a multi-million-dollar plan to end native logging.
Drought loans re-jigged
The Federal Government is unveiling a reformed $500 million drought stimulus package.
NSW drought leader dropped
The NSW Government has sacked its drought coordinator less than a year into the job.
NSW outsourcing audited
With $1.5 billion spent on contractors and short-term workers last financial year, NSW may not be getting value for money.
Murray 'emergency' call urged
Experts are calling on the Federal Government to declare a water emergency in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Study shows ancient value
Indigenous academics are calling for a new look at the governance and practices of mainstream environmental management.
Cladding list to stay secret
A list of 444 NSW buildings potentially clad in flammable material will not be made public.
Water safety laws questioned
Experts have issued a warning about the systems and legislation intended to keep drinking water safe.
Will to test pills missing
Experts say Australia should adopt pill testing, but lacks the political will to do so.