Archived News for Professionals in State Government - August, 2022
Thousands of WA public sector workers descended on state parliament this week to demand better pay and conditions.
State seeks treaties
The Queensland Government says it is committed to the development of a First Nations treaty.
WA pays for innovation demo
The WA government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote its innovation capability.
Bushfire risk for those who move
Research suggests people who are forced to relocate after a bushfire are at a higher risk of PTSD.
Call to expose dam case
Opponents of a new dam in NSW say it will cost several times more than the benefit it brings.
Resilience NSW replaced
The NSW government is replacing Resilience NSW in response to a recent flood report.
Building cop's letter revealed
Details of former NSW building commissioner David Chandler's resignation have been sent to ICAC.
CCC head makes federal suggestions
A legal expert says the Federal Government should look to WA when creating its national anti-corruption body.
Energy MPs reach agreement
Australia’s federal, state and territory energy ministers have voted to focus on emissions reduction as an energy goal.
Darwin prison issues exposed
Lawyers say the Northern Territory should scrap mandatory sentencing due to issues at Darwin's prison.
NSW report shows grim culture
A culture of bullying and sexual harassment in NSW parliament has been revealed.
CCC probe suggests changes
The report from an inquiry into Queensland corruption watchdog has been released.
Feds fund bin expansion
The federal and ACT governments are working to stop the export of waste products in Canberra.
Murray-Darling dams near full
Murray-Darling Basin dams and catchments are nearly full, and its management authority says high flows are likely to continue.
New lab for mRNA advance
The Victorian Government is providing funding for the state’s first mRNA innovation hub.
Power boon at SA site
A wastewater site in South Australia has been generating more electricity than it requires.
Barilaro fronts job probe
Former NSW deputy premier John Barilaro has fronted an inquiry into a job role he allegedly created for himself.
CFMEU money returned
The SA Labor Party has been pushed to return a $125,000 election donation from the Victorian branch of the CFMEU.
Cop culture hurts DV response
Cultural issues at the Queensland Police Service (QPS) are affecting its response to domestic violence.
MPs agree to bio scheme
Federal, state and territory ministers have agreed to Australia’s first national biosecurity plan.