State Government News
Russia has imposed sanctions on 235 Australians, including high-profile politicians.
High-tech certificates go live
New South Wales has become the first state to introduce digital birth certificates.
Vaccine impact modelled
Research suggests COVID-19 vaccination significantly mitigated the death toll among older adults in NSW.
Green laws going slowly
The Australian government has delayed plans to rewrite the nation's environmental laws.
Surveys show major bleaching
The Great Barrier Reef is undergoing its fifth major bleaching event since 2016, according to the latest snapshot.
WA teachers to strike
Western Australia’s teachers are set to strike next week over an ongoing pay dispute.
Second swearing for new seats
Brisbane Councillors will be sworn in again after an administrative bungle.
Sepsis effort launched
A new campaign is encouraging people to ask frontline healthcare workers; “Could it be sepsis?”
Alinta boss sees price rise
A big player in the energy sector says Australians will pay more for power.
Processing suggested for Darwin hub
The possibility of new fossil fuel activities have stirred controversy in the Northern Territory.
Hydro milestones marked
Queensland has announced milestones with two significant projects: the Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project and the Gladstone hydrogen facility.
Big bump for QLD tradies
The minimum pay for the average Queensland construction worker on civil projects has been increased to over $200,000 a year.
Regional staffing slashed
The Department of Regional NSW has announced the elimination of over 100 roles.
Long leases to lock poll sties
In a surprising sign of Australia’s tight rental market, the Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) says it has secured year-long leases for multiple venues initially acquired for the March 16 local government elections.
Cop media bungle prompts probe
An inquiry will be held after the controversial hiring of a top cop's media chief in NSW.
Billions missed in school review
In the latest review of Australia's education funding, a government report has highlighted a significant issue that could see public schools miss out on $13 billion over the next five years.