Archived News for Professionals in State Government - September, 2023
A report has emerged from a two-year inquiry into the Tasmanian government's handling of child sexual abuse within its institutions.
ACT influence alleged
The ACT Integrity Commission has been told of ministerial influence on contracts.
ICAC sees reputation hit
South Australia's anti-corruption watchdog, ICAC, says its reputation suffered due to a botched inquiry into a former prominent government official.
New premier backs policies
Victoria's newly appointed premier, Jacinta Allan, has embarked on her first day in office.
WA cops tap Starlink
The WA Police Force has allocated $8.5 million to equip 550 vehicles and 129 regional police stations with Starlink technology and internet services.
TasWater welcomes security
TasWater says a new chapter of water security for 200,000 customers in southern Tasmania has been written.
COVID inquiry announced
The Federal Government has announced an inquiry into the country's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gas payout appealed
The Northern Territory (NT) Government is contesting a court's order to pay nearly $1 million in compensation to former youth detention inmates who were gassed.
Gladys takes ICAC action
Gladys Berejiklian, the former Premier of New South Wales, has initiated civil legal proceedings against the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).
Mandate drop shocks nurses
Queensland Health has decided to revoke its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, drawing criticism from the state’s nursing union.
State agrees to hydro plan
The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments have inked a $100 million agreement to transform Port Bonython into South Australia's inaugural large-scale hydrogen export terminal.
WA seeks Griffin help
The WA Government is looking for new consultancies to help with issues at Griffin Coal.
'Dehumanising' state practice slammed
The Queensland Human Rights Commission has recommended the elimination of strip searches in women's prisons.
Digital ID bill appears
Australia's long-awaited digital identity legislation has made its way to Parliament.
Reef kept off danger list
The Great Barrier Reef has avoided being added to UNESCO's endangered list.
Big fund for NSW wages
New South Wales is establishing a $3.6 billion fund to boost public sector wages.
CCC report to stay hidden
Queensland’s corruption commission has been blocked from releasing a recent report.
Commonwealth snub probed
Details have emerged about the Victorian Government’s decision to scrap the Commonwealth Games.
Glass urges action
Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass has criticised the state government's sluggish response to corruption findings.