Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The NACC commissioner has reflected on the watchdog’s first year, while others criticise its direction so far.
Questions asked of outgoing government
Before being rolled in an election over the weekend, the former NT Government had been facing serious calls for an investigation of its water plan approvals.
State split re-jigged
State and territory taxpayers could soon fund a larger share of major infrastructure projects.
CFMEU leaders shunted
The federal government has placed the Construction and General Division of the CFMEU under administration.
Green light for SunCable
The Federal Government has granted approval for what could be the largest solar farm in the world.
Middle Arm fuel issues raised
The role of fossil fuels in the NT’s “sustainable development precinct” has been questioned.
More boring for slowed project
Snowy Hydro Limited is buying a fourth tunnel boring machine (TBM) in a bid to keep the Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project on track.
Border role filled
Ian Leavers has been appointed Queensland's first Cross-Border Commissioner amid rising border tensions.
Experts model city issues
New modelling is being used to predict water catchment issues decades ahead.
New funds to boost flows
Over $274 million has been committed to enhancing environmental flows in the Murray-Darling Basin.
PFAS found in Sydney supply
PFAS chemicals have been detected in Sydney’s drinking water catchments.
Debt review calls for action
Tasmania is on track to face a severe financial crisis over the next three years, according to ...
Energy spend claims labour
Analysts say energy projects are taking away funding for housing and road infrastructure.
Green power systems rise
Official reports show Australian power systems are on a path to greater renewable integration.