Archived News for Professionals in State Government - June, 2022
NT ICAC says its work will be impacted by a recently-announced funding cut.
Integrity report released
The Queensland Government has accepted recommendations from a wide-ranging integrity review.
Queensland tackling serious shortage
Queensland is wrestling with a sharp increase in teacher vacancies.
Big response to bee bug
A new biosecurity zone has been set up after the deadly varroa mite was discovered at NSW properties.
Logger fined for hollow move
Forestry Corporation of NSW has been fined over a 2020 breach of post-bushfire logging conditions.
Snowy releases cause concern
The need for more power from Snowy Hydro has prompted flooding fears for farmers.
Farm safety probe prepared
The WA Government has launched a review of safety issues in the agricultural sector.
Flood rebuild stats revealed
New stats show the insurance bill for February floods in NSW and QLD has reached $4.8 billion.
State sorry for gymnast suffering
The WA government has apologised to gymnasts who suffered abuse and mistreatment at ...
QLD mulls reporting scheme
Queensland is considering creating a mandatory data breach reporting scheme.
State backs bigger batteries
The Queensland Government wants energy independence without solar battery rebates.
State body rejects coal plan
A NSW government agency has come out against a proposed coal mine extension.
Crown allowed to roll dice
Crown Resorts has been given permission to open its flagship Sydney casino, almost two years after it was banned.
Big Hobart delay slammed
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on the Tasmanian government to “get on with” a Hobart development he helped fund when he was last in government a decade ago.
Butler maintains health split
The Federal Government says it will not increase its share of hospital funding.
NSW slams strikes
The NSW Government is looking to increase fines for illegal strikes, ahead of planned industrial action next week.
Plum job origins probed
Questions are being asked about the appointment of former NSW deputy premier John Barilaro as ...
Court action over gas risk
Conservationists are seeking to halt the $16 billion Scarborough gas project due to its risk to the Great Barrier Reef.
Health trip rebate enhanced
This week’s NSW state budget will include funding for people to travel from regional areas for medical treatment.