Archived News for Professionals in State Government - July, 2024
Sydney commuters will endure significant peak hour disruptions this week as light rail workers strike over pay and conditions.
Labor to reject union money
The Australian Labor Party's national executive is reassessing its relationship with the troubled construction division of the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU).
Local links in Port Augusta plan
A new community partnership has been formed in the hope of creating a safer, stronger Port Augusta.
Treaty process continues
Victoria is on the brink of a historic milestone, poised to become the first Australian state to negotiate an Indigenous treaty.
Millions drive NT efforts
The Federal and Northern Territory governments have announced new investment in water security projects.
New greyhound inquiry outlined
An inquiry has been launched into Greyhound Racing NSW in response to animal welfare allegations.
River renaming floated
Sydney's Cooks River could be renamed “Goolay'yari”, meaning “place of pelican dreaming” in local Aboriginal languages.
Inquiry slams Sydney road
A parliamentary inquiry has condemned the traffic chaos caused by the $3.9 billion Rozelle interchange in NSW.
"Tough" approach increases crime
As Queensland gears up for its election, proposed policies addressing child offending have come under sharp criticism.
Hospo health targeted
The NSW Government wants to enhance mental health support for hospitality workers.
Racism missed on all levels
Governments have been accused of inadequately addressing racism, with many even avoiding the term altogether.
SA signs green deal
South Australia has become the first state to sign a deal aimed at providing renewable energy to every ...
Setka leaves CFMEU
John Setka, the face the Construction, Forestry, Maritime and Energy Union (CFMEU), has resigned amid serious allegations of misconduct involving himself and the union.
First Nations hesitation reported
Many Australian teachers hesitate to teach First Nations histories and cultures due to fears of saying something wrong.
ICAC reforms drive retirement
Ann Vanstone, the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) for South Australia, has resigned, citing personal and professional reasons.
Integrity Commission calls for more
Tasmania's Integrity Commission is calling for more funding to address major resourcing challenges.
Dingo DNA shows low mixing
Australian researchers have shown that modern dingoes share almost no ancestry with domestic dogs.
Flood moves continue
The NSW Government is celebrating milestones in a major flood disaster adaptation project.
Indigenous protection expanded
The Federal Government has announced the creation of 12 new Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) following a $14.6 million investment.
Union calls for WA reform
The offshore workers' union wants an overhaul of WorkSafe WA after it declined to prosecute for a 2021 Santos platform incident.
New England REZ deemed critical
NSW has declared the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission project as Critical State Significant Infrastructure (CSSI).