Archived News for Professionals in State Government - June, 2023
PwC Australia is planning to sell off its government consulting arm to private equity investor Allegro Funds for a nominal fee of $1.
Tertiary woes in QLD
TAFE Queensland's financial future hangs in the balance, while universities in the state grapple with declining domestic enrollments.
ACT cutting HR scheme
The ACT government has announced the termination of its Human Resources Information Management Systems (HRIMS) project.
AI aimed at critical protection
Experts have proposed using AI to help protect critical infrastructure including power, water and communication networks.
ICAC calls out NSW ex-leaders
Former NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian and ex-Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire have been found guilty of serious corrupt conduct.
Minns shifts staff
NSW Premier Chris Minns is shaking up the public service to focus on housing, jobs, and infrastructure.
Green power drives union split
Mining and energy workers have voted to split from the CFMMEU over differing stances on the renewable ...
Finkel leaves SEC
Former chief scientist Alan Finkel has resigned from his advisory role at Victoria's State Electricity Commission (SEC).
Green bodies audit poorly
An audit has exposed deficiencies in NSW’s Forestry Corporation and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Key gaps widen
Indigenous Australians continue to experience worsening life outcomes despite efforts to Close the Gap.
Vic preps FoI review
Victoria is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its Freedom of Information (FoI) Act with a comprehensive review.
Canberra cop numbers swell
The ACT is set to address concerns about its low police-to-population ratio by adding 126 new police officers.
NSW opens slavery plan
The NSW Government says it is taking a leading role in the fight against modern slavery.
Vic. MP pay rise outlined
Victorian MPs are set to receive a 3.5 per cent pay increase starting from July 1.
NT releases water plan
The Northern Territory has introduced its first comprehensive water plan, aiming to ensure water security for all Territorians.
Broome records 'code black' rise
Stats show it is becoming more dangerous to be a health worker in WA.
Prison drugs probed
Medical regulator AHPRA is investigating allegations of improper prescription of opioid replacement drugs at Fulham Correctional Centre in Victoria.
State spruiks green jobs
Victoria says its clean energy transition is projected to generate 10,000 jobs annually.
WA ploughs millions into Griffin
The WA Government has exceeded its budget to keep a failing coal mine afloat.