Archived News for Professionals in State Government - July, 2024
Nationals leader David Littleproud expects the Queensland LNP to support the federal opposition’s nuclear power plan.
Prison tests studied
Mandatory drug testing in Australian prisons does not deter drug use but does contribute to poor social, health, and criminal justice outcomes, an expert says.
WA deals coming
Western Australian public school teachers have agreed to a revised pay offer from the state government.
Key funding for education access
New funding should improve access to secondary education for students from the Torres Strait Islands.
Body-cam test for NSW health
The NSW Labor Government has announced a 12-month trial of body worn cameras for security staff in select public hospitals across New South Wales.
Council repairs counted
A survey of 458 councils in Australia has shown a notable improvement in the condition of local government infrastructure.
IBAC outlines plans
Victoria’s Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) has announced its strategic priorities for 2024/25.
Northern land handed back
130,000 hectares of land on Western Cape York have been handed back to traditional owners.
NT boosts forensics
The Northern Territory Police Force’s Forensic Science Branch will undergo significant upgrades due to a substantial funding increase.
WA works on LGBTQIA+ strategy
The WA Government has convened the inaugural meeting of the LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Strategy Reference Group.
Basin sharing birthday marked
This week marks the tenth anniversary of the Basin Plan water trading rules in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Big meetings for water ministers
Two high-level meetings have occurred to decide on significant plans for water in Australia.
WA appoints new OHS commissioner
The WA Government has announced Western Australia's new WorkSafe Commissioner.