Archived News for Professionals in State Government - April, 2020
A big shift in the Australian school system is leaving thousands of casual and temporary teachers out of work.
Tehan offers re-opening money
The Federal Government has been accused of bribing schools to reopen by June.
Angus accused on three fronts
Energy Minister Angus Taylor is being criticised for obfuscation and opacity on a number of important matters.
Funds flow to regional flights
Regional Express has secured funding to double flights to regional and remote areas.
GM ban largely lifted
South Australia is lifting its ban on genetically-modified crops, but councils still have a choice.
State stopping Coffs plans
A NSW government minister appears to be thwarting plans to fast-track major projects during COVID-19.
Colossal sewer probe outlined
The leaders of Australia’s COVID-19 sewage surveillance scheme have given more details on their plan.
Cops probe cruise ship spread
The NSW Homicide Squad is investigating 21 deaths connected to the Ruby Princess cruise ship.
Ombudsmen alerted to NSW issues
Clinicians have asked NSW’s ombudsmen to investigate claims of systemic failures at NSW Health.
Death in custody case continues
The Supreme Court has rejected a bid to have a deputy coroner removed from an Aboriginal death in custody inquest.
Victoria models big hit
Victoria says the COVID-19 pandemic is pushing it towards a “catastrophic” economic downturn.
MDB cop's report released
The Murray-Darling's ‘top cop’ says protests over water access last year were directed at the wrong government.
Studies probe drought effect
Experts have taken a deep dive into the scientific and social impacts of droughts; past, present and future.
Bushfire studies funded
The Federal Government has put up $5 million for researchers to study the health impacts of bushfires.
Funding threat over Redress Scheme
The Victorian Government has threatened to deny funding to organisations that do not join the National Redress Scheme ...
Low-use warning for WA
Experts say a steep drop in power use could lead to system overload and blackouts in WA.
Power plant plans progressed
The West Australian Government has announced the next step in the $218 million redevelopment of an old power plant.
Privacy pledge for tracing app
The Federal Government is attempting to calm privacy fears over its new contact tracing app.
Sewers swept for virus data
Every flush of the toilet could soon play a role in tracking and stemming the spread of COVID-19.