Archived News for Professionals in State Government - January, 2022
The architect of Queensland's crime and anti-corruption watchdog has been tasked with reviewing it.
Ambo union calls for help
South Australian paramedics are speaking out against issues plaguing the state’s health sector.
RACV backs hydro-factory
Melbourne will soon be home to Australia’s first purpose-built assembly plant for hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles.
Dam plan slammed again
The NSW government has been told to rework its plans to raise the Warragamba dam wall.
E-planning costs decried
SA councils say an expensive new e-planning portal is not doing what it should.
Land council calls for NT lockdown
Central Australia's peak Aboriginal health body has called for a “complete lockdown”.
PS honoured on Jan 26
Sixty-four public servants were among 1,040 Australians recognised in Australia Day honours this year.
Teacher return questioned
The Australian Primary Principals Association (APPA) warns bringing back retired teachers may not be enough ...
NSW supports more longwall
The NSW Government has endorsed Whitehaven Coal's Narrabri mine extension, despite “significant” emissions.
SA seeks missing RATs
South Australia has accused Victoria and New South Wales of intercepting rapid antigen tests (RATs) bound for the state.
State issues brown alert
The Victorian Government has activated a Code Brown alert across multiple hospitals.
WA launches health sweep
An independent review of governance of the WA health system has been launched.
Experts urge security works
Infrastructure Victoria wants the state government to do more to reduce climate-related risks to water supplies.
AC raised as rights issue
A lack of air conditioning at Roebourne Regional Prison in WA could be a human rights matter.
Green power breaks new ground
Australia’s renewable energy systems hit several exciting records in 2021, and 2022 is expected to bring more of the same.