Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Victorian MP Darren Cheeseman has resigned from the Labor Party following a series of allegations of misconduct towards his staff.
Beetaloo deal emerges
Concern has been raised around a gas deal meant to secure the NT’s energy future.
COVID guidelines reviewed
New research finds most national COVID-19 treatment guidelines recommend treatments that do not work.
Fines tightened for emergency attacks
Queensland is looking at tougher penalties for people who ram emergency services vehicles.
Hydromorphone trial backed
Hydromorphone, a potent synthetic opioid, is a central element of Victoria’s new drug strategy.
King delegates gas decision
The Resources Minister has excused herself from decision-making on the contentious Petroleum Export Permit 11 (PEP-11).
WA seeks gas progress
WA has urged the Commonwealth to apply its “use it or lose it” policy for energy companies holding undeveloped offshore gas field licences.
Detention report calls for change
The AHRC has called for an overhaul of Australia’s immigration detention system.
Teachers strike in WA
Thousands of WA public school teachers took to the streets this week, marking their first walkout in over a decade.
MDBP review talks begin
Major talks have outlined new plans for the management of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Murray unity sought
Researchers have called for unified water theft laws in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Crash data shows city links
A new study has uncovered insights from 15 years of crashes on Melbourne roads.
IV pushes preventative spend
Experts urge Victoria to bolster roads, electricity networks, and buildings against escalating extreme weather events.
First Nations centre backed
The Federal Government is supporting a “world first” gender justice institute for First Nations women.
Lockdown effect seen in social work
New research looks at the stress, demand and pressure for social workers in Melbourne’s COVID-19 lockdown.
Queensland lays green road
Queensland is taking new steps on its path to sustainable energy and climate management.