Archived News for Professionals in State Government - December, 2021
WA Parliament has passed cultural heritage protection laws that may not work.
Lockdowns blow NSW budget
The NSW budget deficit has blown out by more than double a recent forecast.
SA staff details leak
The personal details of around 80,000 South Australian public sector workers have been accessed in a cyber attack.
State port firm queried
Queensland’s auditor has referred a state-owned business to the corporate watchdog.
Sacred protections questioned
Concern abounds after the Northern Territory awarded its largest ever groundwater licence.
VR fires boost response
Researchers have used virtual reality bushfires to study peoples’ responses.
Premier proposes big shift
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet wants the states to take over responsibility for child care.
Court hears of friendly appointment
The Northern Territory’s Children's Commissioner has appeared in court over abuse of office charges.
Fees wiped for outback health
The Federal Government has announced new plans to lure doctors and nurses to rural, regional and remote areas.
Mental boost for APY Lands
The SA Government is sending more mental health staff to be sent to APY Lands.
WA workers locked out
More than 1,900 WA government workers have missed a deadline to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
MDBA reports on productivity boost
The MDBA says water for the environment is providing food and habitat for fish and other aquatic animals.
People power new plant
Authorities in WA are putting together a new power station made of the various assets of over 500 consumers.
SA close to fossil-free
South Australia is close to operating with no fossil fuels in its energy system.
Ambo report shows dark culture
Ambulance Victoria has promised changes after a report revealed its culture of disrespect, bullying and sexism.
Dept. fined over student death
Victoria's Department of Education and Training has been convicted and fined $200,000 following the death of a seven-year-old student.