Archived News for Professionals in State Government - June, 2021
The NSW Government has threatened a Sydney council over its questioning of an ICAC probe.
WA blocks cops from COVID data
The WA Government has had to pass legislation to stop police from accessing data from the SafeWA app.
'Blue ribbon' plan released
A new strategy seeks to both protect and profit from areas within 50km of the ocean.
Expert laments EV 'wars'
Electric vehicles are being “caught in the culture wars”, according to one expert.
Forced labour drives train work
A company accused of using forced labour is still supplying parts for new Melbourne trains.
Herd approach reviewed in WA
Experts say a ‘herd immunity’ approach to COVID-19 in WA would have cost the state almost $5 billion.
Planners raise coal concerns
The NSW planning department has recommended that a new Hume Coal mine be refused.
Police swoop on YouTube producer
Counter terrorism police have been dispatched to arrest the producer of a YouTube show.
Projects pave over health issues
Experts say the health impacts of major transport projects are too often glossed over during the planning phases.
State office leaks long list
An SA Government department has accidentally revealed the email addresses of thousands of grant applicants.
Sugar excised from WA hospitals
The WA Government has banned the sale of sugary drinks in public hospitals.
Don Dale patch-up contracted
The NT Government is expanding a youth prison that it previously pledged to close.
School boost aims at attainment
More high schools are expected to help increase the number of Tamsnaians finishing their secondary education.
Grim stories in Vic. police report
A Victorian youth justice report has recommended raising the age of responsibility.
Insider questions Barilaro 'contract'
Questions have been asked about a quiet payment to an agricultural cooperative associated with a federal MP.
Sport database abandoned
The federal government has abandoned a plan to keep track of local sport needs.
Almond firm fined for water take
A major irrigator has been fined for an illegal water take, but some say the penalties should be higher.
Feds eye Vic. quarantine site
The Federal Government will fund a purpose-built quarantine hub in Victoria.
SA expands Tesla scheme
The SA Government is continuing to roll out Tesla home battery systems to create a virtual power plant (VPP).