State Government News
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.
Rail firms fined over fatality
Fines of over half a million dollars have been issued following a fatal train derailment in NSW.
EPA takes action on asbestos
Australia’s asbestos mulch scandal has spread, with discoveries in a number of Melbourne parks.
Pioneering commissioner resigns
Criticism over disaster response is one of the reasons the NSW SES commissioner is resigning.
Vaccine requirement reconsidered
NSW Health is consulting about proposed changes to mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements ...
NT seeks more police
The NT Government has put up $200 million to recruit 200 additional police officers over the next four years.