Archived News for Professionals in State Government - October, 2022
South Australia’s ICAC has found that a public servant who submitted a “fake receipt” was not corrupt.
State tallying flood cost
Victoria is facing a “huge” bill for recent flood damage on regional roads.
Union scraps Opal plan
The NSW rail union has given up a plan to turn off Opal card readers off during peak hour.
NSW insists on dam plan
The NSW Government says it will raise the Warragamba Dam wall with or without federal funding.
Queensland considers park expansion
Commercial fishing operations are concerned about Queensland Government plans to expand a protected zone.
Racetrack wall questioned
Melbourne Water will review a decision to approve a flood wall built to protect Flemington racetrack.
QPS promises response
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) says it will investigate alleged sexist and racist behaviour revealed at a recent inquiry.
State seeks new redress
The Victorian government is creating a redress scheme for victims of historical abuse and neglect in institutional care.
NSW MP claims "toxic" workplace
Independent MP Helen Dalton says New South Wales parliament is a “toxic” place for women.
Fishing leak prompts legal threat
The NT Government has threatened a media outlet after it obtained documents about fishing rights, before withdrawing the threat.
SA questions recovery test
The Murray-Darling Basin Ministerial Council is preparing to hold a pivotal water recovery debate.
Dam plan advanced
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet says it is critical to raise the Warragamba Dam wall.
Fluoride effects checked
A new study shows that fluoridated water is safe and does not affect children's development.
WA farm probe opens
After 14 deaths in 18 months, an inquiry into safety on WA farms is holding public hearings.
Gas risks reviewed
A new report says gas exploration in Queensland's Channel Country is likely to be abandoned.
Labor offers NSW gig protection
The New South Wales opposition says it would better protect workers in the gig economy, if elected.
Police probe exposes issues
An inquiry has heard claims of bullying, sexism, racism and homophobia within the Queensland Police Service (QPS).
Station shut to save coal
The WA government has switched off a power station to conserve the state's coal supplies.