Archived News for Professionals in State Government - October, 2023
The Queensland Police Service is grappling with a surge in officer turnover.
Diversion scheme declines
Experts have reported a decline in effectiveness for South Australia's Police Drug Diversion Initiative.
State beats gender target
The Queensland Government has exceeded its women’s representation targets for government-owned businesses.
Consultant costs counted
Several Queensland government departments have seen a substantial increase in consultancy expenses, exceeding $50 million.
Council scraps tooth help
Fluoride will no longer be added to the water in the Central Highlands Regional Council area.
QPSC seeks boost
The Queensland Public Sector Commission (QPSC) has unveiled a five-year strategy for workplace enhancement.
School scholarships backed
NSW is investing $12.2 million in its early childhood education workforce.
Schools warned of hack threat
Australia's national cyber security coordinator has warned schools are prime targets for ransomware groups.
Hydro savings detailed
A Queensland government office has estimated the cost of diving into pumped hydro.
McGowan finds new jobs
Former WA premier Mark McGowan has made a very soft landing since leaving the state’s top job.
Sexism blocks paramedic reports
New research shows reporting sexism is difficult for paramedics, and outcomes are often “inadequate”.
Water win for NT town
The Northern Territory (NT) Supreme Court has determined that the territory's housing department is responsible for ensuring safe drinking water for its tenants.
Coastal rights reduced
NSW coastal harvestable water rights have been reduced amid recent controversy.
Concern over NT extraction
A farm located near the NT’s renowned Mataranka Hot Springs is seeking to extract millions of litres of water using a controversial licence.
Grand Final flushes watched
This year’s AFL Grand Final has been linked to some unique water usage patterns.
Hospitals test safety hotline
Hospitals in Queensland will soon test a new hotline for escalating safety concerns.
AG leaving shakes Tasmania
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has ruled out calling an election in the wake of Attorney-General Elise Archer's resignation.