Archived News for Professionals in State Government - November, 2016
Prime provisions in QLD IR bill
A generous new industrial relations bill has passed Queensland Parliament.
Vic. paramedics see $500m boost
Victoria has put up $500 million for 450 new paramedics and a raft of other improvements.
Drumline dolphin gets second shot
Authorities have freed a dolphin that learned how to feed from Queensland’s floating drum lines.
Farmers' views greening
A survey of farmers has found many are concerned about looming threats, but feel unrepresented.
Report calls for more say on gas
SA’s Natural Resources Committee says there should be no unconventional gas work without a social licence.
Stanwell slammed for cold coal deal
Six executives at a Queensland Government-owned power company have been criticised for accepting bonuses while subcontractors go unpaid.
AEC sheds light on SA solar risk
The Australian Energy Council has warned South Australia about the risks of solar power.
Australia missing big gas capture
Authorities say revenue from oil and gas production has fallen “far behind” in capturing the benefits of the LNG boom.
Climate cuts need smart plans
Experts say Australia’s climate change response could depend on planning.
RACGP wants triage fee change
Doctors say money paid for patients who leave the ER could be better spent elsewhere.
Airport city plan draws bold view
Planners say the future of Western Sydney hinges on an “aerotropolis” growing around the Western Sydney Airport.
Gift fix hits Tasmanian staff
Tasmanian politicians and government employees will soon follow new rules about gifts and benefits.
Basin Plan changes outlined
The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has put up its plans for changes to the Basin Plan.
NT caps once open roads
The NT Labor Government has scrapped open speed roads, imposing a 130km/hr limit in the name of safety.
Forced ECT rates questioned
Concerns have been raised about the high rate of forced ECT and low legal representation of mental health patients.
Nurses lead deliberate drug stats
Nurses are the most likely health professionals to die from deliberate overdose.
Treasurer says waste advocates 'silent'
SA’s Treasurer says a “silent majority” want the state’s nuclear waste dump ...