Archived News for Professionals in State Government - August, 2021
WA’s public sector union says cuts to the state’s Department of Justice will destabilise service delivery.
Logged forests linked to fire risk
New research shows logged forests near regional and rural towns are at increased risk of higher fire severity.
Fire risk rising over time
Research undertaken for Victoria’s Country Fire Authority (CFA) suggests the frequency of high-risk bushfire days could triple in some parts of Victoria in coming decades.
AEMC allows panel charge
The AEMC is allowing power companies to charge Australians with rooftop solar panels for exporting electricity to the grid.
Green light for WA gas pipe
WA's Environment Minister has approved a major part of Woodside's proposed $16 billion Scarborough LNG project.
Green work drops
There has been a big drop in investment in large-scale solar and wind farms this year.
Old coal risk detailed
Experts have warned about the toxic legacy of an old coal-fired power station in Queensland.
State seeks gas input
The Victorian Government is looking for input on its plan to bring back the onshore gas industry.
Jab money for giant council
Central Land Council staff and councillors have been paid $500 each to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
NSW pushed on COVID plan
The states have called on NSW to talk to them before going it alone on COVID-19 restrictions.
Passport pushed for NSW PS
A Sydney think-tank wants mandatory vaccines for the state’s public sector.
Waste dump challenge looms
The Federal Government has settled on a site for its planned nuclear waste dump.
Big cost in city soil dispute
Melbourne’s West Gate tunnel project spending has blown out by $3.3 billion.
Cabinet curtain could open
A legal decision could reveal new details of discussions at ‘National Cabinet’ meetings.
Tailored scheme seen to help
Experts report success in a culturally-adapted early childhood program for Aboriginal children.
NT ICAC chief speaks
The Northern Territory's new corruption commissioner has issued a warning to staff that do not meet his expectations.