Archived News for Professionals in State Government - September, 2020
The most recent bushfire season in Australia racked up smoke-related health costs of around $1.95 billion ...
KD rides SA privatisation
The winning bidder has been announced for the $2.14 billion privatisation of Adelaide's passenger train network.
AER assesses pole costs
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) says consumers are now paying less for the transportation of electricity.
Data-sharing details open
Authorities are working out the kinks in proposed public data-sharing laws.
Self-serving sought by Services
Services Australia is taking serious cues from Service NSW – bringing in digital kiosks and other technological improvements.
State backs COVID-hit firms
The Victorian Government has announced a $3 billion COVID-19 business support package.
States want women
The New South Wales and Victorian governments want more women to stand for their communities ...
Yuendumu case continues
Committal hearings ahead of a possible murder trial for an NT Police officer are now complete.
Reforms predate review
The Federal Government started work on new environmental laws before the report that was meant to inform them.
'Fire Shield' seeks investors
Mining money has been used to create a high-tech fire-detection system for Australia.
PM guns for gas recovery
The Morrison government is preparing a sweeping intervention into Australia’s gas industry ...
CHO gets police protection
Queensland's Chief Health Officer (CHO) is under police protection after receiving death threats over her stance on borders.
Hydro-hubs in planning
A central Queensland city could be home to a $300 million hydrogen production facility – the first of several.
NAB chief highlights coal risk
NAB’s CEO has explained why the bank is moving away from coal investments.
Top solar weekend in SA
South Australia was able to meet almost 94 per cent of its Sunday energy needs with solar power.
Big donor gets healthy contract
Questions have been asked after a pathology company linked to Tasmanian Liberal donor was granted a multimillion-dollar contract.
AFP searches NT Health site
The AFP has executed search warrants at the future home of the NT Health Department.