Archived News for Professionals in State Government - September, 2014
Two states’ minerals councils have lobbed volleys at The Australia Institute, accusing it of fudging its numbers to fight an ideological war.
Dice roll on public health, PHAA looks for better bet
Gambling and its impact on public health will be a key focus for a major conference this week.
Moves to secure gas as tech issues darken Darwin
The Northern Territory Government will review its processes as the capital city suffers through more blackouts.
New checks after corruption probe takes ten
Tails of dodgy developers and paper bags stuffed with dirty funds have shaken NSW politics, and a new inquiry seeks to check the foundation of the dubious building approvals.
Warnings after short-change on WA health jobs
Reports say the opening of a new hospital could put hundreds of healthcare jobs at risk.
$10k Tax offer to move bean-counters to the big smoke
The Australian Tax Office is closing a string of its regional outposts, and is offering staff $10,000 to move to the capital.
Nurses call for new rules to amputate bad bosses
Two Queensland Health executives have been taken off duty and referred to the corruption watchdog over “employment procurement issues”, and nurses say it is time for a change.
SA keen to shine light on corruption
University of Adelaide researchers have found a strong desire among South Australian residents for the establishment of a corruption court.
Dump drifts though risks remain
The plan for what to do with tonnes of dredge spoil from the Abbot Point port expansion has changed, and gained the backing of one of the state’s least environmentally-friendly groups.
Flood of unanswered questions over Nimmie-Caira
A community group in New South Wales has opened fire on the state’s water authorities, saying they have shown a shocking lack of transparency around a major wetlands preservation project.
New wave of asbestos danger mapped
The Australian Mesothelioma Registry (AMR) has released a new annual report showing a decrease in the number of new cases, as the deadly legacy of asbestos insulation continues.
Emails another brick in foundation of federal ICAC
There are more calls for a federal anti-corruption body to be set up, as builders’ donations continue to trouble NSW politicians.
Hot desks could chill public spend
Queensland public servants are testing what could be a normal arrangement in the office of the future.
Premier moves to sink foundation of pole price rise
Victorian Premier Denis Napthine wants to stop power companies from charging customers for work to improve the safety of powerlines in bushfire-prone areas.
Repeated incidents investigated at Rockhampton Base
Dozens of clinical incidents in a short period have prompted an investigation at the Rockhampton Base Hospital.
Training slide shows power sale ahead, union says
A community campaign has been launched to stop the partial privatisation of the New South Wales power network.
Cop robbers and cold-callers in latest Police crime
Tales of dodgy cops abound this week, with accusations of robbery, corruption and money laundering levelled against several guardians of the peace.
Offers float as buyers court WA ports
Buyers are lining up for the first three West Australian government assets to be privatised.
States take lead on lunge for clean power
State governments and small communities are filling the gap left by a Federal Government that seems unwilling to change.
Queensland sets scene for new drilling means
The Queensland Government is getting into newer, deeper forms of gas and oil drilling, which could bring big risks for water supplies.
Shots fired to fix sad state of STEM
Australia's chief scientist wants a greater focus towards the skills that will drive the future economy.