Archived News for Professionals in State Government - May, 2018
Victoria has released new oil and gas reserves for exploration off the west coast.
NAIF makes second investment
A fish farm has become just the second project to be offered a NAIF loan.
Outrage over paramedic assault ruling
The Victorian Government is considering new measures to protect paramedics.
Report reveals commissioner's conduct
An investigation has revealed details of the conduct of Queensland's former electoral commissioner, Walter van der Merwe.
SA says hands tied on sale
The SA Government says it may be forced to sell off the state's Motor Vehicle Registry.
SafeWork faces inquiry
SafeWork SA will face a public inquiry into its practices, policies and procedures following several serious complaints.
WA aims at lithium
The WA Government says it wants to position the state at the centre of the booming lithium industry.
Probe launched on language lessons
An inquiry has been launched into concerns that a Chinese program in NSW schools could expose students to propaganda.
Infrastructure injections questioned
An infrastructure lobby says the “big spending” infrastructure budget will actually see a reduction of about $2 billion.
Taxpayers to cover more for polls
Victorian taxpayers will cover more election campaign costs after a donations shakeup announced this week.
Deal to see Murray moves proceed
Labor and the Coalition appear to have reached agreement on proposed MDBP amendments.
Department charged over NT death
NT WorkSafe has charged a government department over the death of a Darwin musician.
Ergon faces overcharge claims
Over 1,000 Queensland businesses have been “illegally overcharged” by Ergon.
Commissioner questions MDBP basis
A royal commissioner has questioned the legality of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
State pays for Palm Island riots
Queensland will pay $30 million to settle a class action over the 2004 Palm Island riots ...
WA cuts have major cost
It has cost over $15 million to get rid of some of WA’s highest paid bureaucrats.