Archived News for Professionals in State Government - February, 2023
The Queensland Government has launched an independent review of the state’s workers’ compensation scheme.
'Solar-stopper' dumped
Australia’s energy ministers have scrapped plans for a new rule on grid connections, in a potential win for renewable energy storage.
IBAC reports influence
An investigation has found ex-politician and Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) board member Theo Theophanous improperly influenced government officers.
Psychosocial needs for ACT
A new resource details the optimal psychosocial conditions for public servants in the ACT.
SA to see health boost
The Federal Government has announced plans to open five urgent healthcare centres in South Australia, with four to be located in metropolitan areas and one in Mount Gambier.
Health data plan questioned
Concerns have been raised about a new plan to share information between hospitals in Victoria.
Legal change to spare elections
The South Australian government is changing the law to prevent dozens of councillors from losing their positions.
Liberals flee probe
People are having a very tough time tracking down Liberal members that have been called to appear at a NSW parliamentary inquiry.
NSW cop skirts jail
A former top cop in NSW has avoided jail after giving false evidence to the police watchdog.
WA opening adoption probe
After years of campaigning, Western Australia has announced an inquiry into forced adoption.
Gas to back WA coal exit
Western Australia has announced plans to wean itself off coal entirely within seven years.
IBAC issues red flag report
A new report says public servants must be able to spot infrastructure red flags.
Poll prompts admin paper
The NSW Ombudsman has released a paper on good administrative practices in the lead up to the state election.
Court hears clearing claims
The Northern Territory government is facing two separate lawsuits over a land clearing permit.
Leaking MLC retained
The NSW Premier is sticking by an MP who leaked explicit photos of a rival politician in 2018.
High Court reviews EV charge
A legal challenge against Victoria's electric vehicle tax has begun in the High Court.