Archived News for Professionals in State Government - November, 2017
Victoria’s auditor-general says the state's IT recovery systems are not good enough, and could fail under attack.
Papers signed for NT space push
Leases have been signed at what could be the site of Australia's first commercial space centre.
Royal Commission on water launched
South Australia has launched a state royal commission into water theft.
TasWater takeover drowned for now
Tasmania's bid to take over TasWater has been defeated in the Upper House.
Andrews unveils big road plan
The Victorian Government has unveiled the route for Melbourne's $16.5 billion ‘missing road link’.
Bill up for new ICAC
NT's Labor Government says it will have an anti-corruption commission up and running next year.
NT makes powerful pledge
The NT Government has announced a push for a 50 per cent renewable energy target by 2030.
Push to expand cancer compo
Tasmanian unions and workers are outraged that cancer compensation laws to not extend to Parks and Wildlife firefighters.
Doctors call for jail age increase
Doctors have joined a push to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 years old.
NEG survives COAG assault
The Federal Government has managed to keep its latest energy policy alive.
Tesla claims success in SA
Tesla has completed construction on what is described as the world's most powerful lithium ion battery.
AG uncovers PS nepotism
Tasmania’s auditor-general has reported on conflicts of interest and “jobs for mates” in the state’s public sector.
Vic moves to tighten terror laws
The Victorian Government is looking at tough new laws to terror-proof Melbourne.
Cops hear of new cuts
More job cuts have been announced at WA Police, while talks continue on a new pay offer.
Diverse groups demand energy action
A joint letter from 16 groups across the political and social spectrum has called for immediate action on the National Energy Guarantee.
SA stamps feet on MDBP changes
The SA Government says it will not sign off on any changes to the Murray Darling Basin Plan, leading the Federal Government to accuse it of playing “petty politics”.
Gov. told to take action on tobacco
Experts say governments should not be afraid to sue tobacco companies for their enormous cost to health systems.
Special schools slammed by NESA
The NSW Education Standards Authority has delivered a scathing report on the compliance of three alternative schools.
Baird making bank
Former NSW premier Mike Baird was paid close to $900,000 for his first five months of work at NAB.
MDBA puts up amendments
The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has proposed amendments to the Murray–Darling Basin Plan.