Archived News for Professionals in State Government - July, 2023
A NSW Parliamentary inquiry will look at mining’s impact on health and the environment.
Vaccine complaints stall
There has been very little progress on many vaccine mandate complaints in Victoria.
Compensation for locked gates
The residents of public housing towers in Melbourne have agreed to a $5 million compensation offer.
PC reviews Gap efforts
The Productivity Commission has exposed the ongoing failure of state and territory governments to alleviate Indigenous disadvantage in Australia.
Green light for kids' site
Western Australia's first children's hospice has been granted approval by the WA Planning Commission, overcoming objections from local councillors.
NT bails on funding plan
The NT Government has walked back education funding claims just days after they were made.
IBAC reveals deep influence
A new corruption report shows political influence can be bought in Victoria.
State treaty moves continue
Victoria's oldest families have visited the state’s Parliament House for groundbreaking treaty negotiations.
New emissions checks planned
Australia's governments are coming together to tackle emissions from infrastructure construction.
Big SEQ plan released
Proponents have launched the South East Queensland City Deal Implementation Plan.
Union block knocked in court
The CFMEU has been hit with a $60,000 fine for the use of its ‘No Ticket, No Start’ tactic.
Fire ant blocks imposed
The NSW Government has imposed movement restrictions on certain materials originating from Queensland to fight the threat of fire ants.
State flips on sackings
The Victorian government has decided to abandon its plans for mass redundancies targeting 4,000 state public servants.
State funds bullying response
The NSW cabinet has backed a substantial $15 million budget to implement anti-bullying and harassment reforms.