Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Content review coming
The NSW Government has announced a parliamentary inquiry to investigate the impacts of pornography on young people.
Corruption summit backs list
Australia’s anti-corruption chiefs have backed a set of fundamental principles.
Defence funnel funded
The federal government says new funding will open defence industry pathways for school students in SA and WA.
Disability pledge deemed weak
The Albanese Government has unveiled its initial response to the Disability Royal Commission ...
Last state changes drinking laws
Queensland has become the last state to decriminalise public drunkenness.
Queensland adds teacher sweeteners
The Queensland Government has announced a $54.5 million investment for more teachers in regional, rural, and remote areas.
State outlines commission response
Victoria has accepted several of the recommendations from the federal government’s Disability Royal Commission.
Uranium lease to be scrapped
The federal government is moving to end a uranium lease at Jabiluka and add it to Kakadu National Park.
Bond change to save renters
The NSW Government has committed to developing the nation's first Portable Rental Bonds Scheme.
Council monitors continued
The appointment of municipal monitors at Victoria's Moonee Valley City Council has been extended for an additional seven months
Councils call for grant return
Local government advocates have called for funding shake-up in a federal inquiry.
NCAT leadership shifts
Theresa Simon has been appointed as the new Deputy President and Head of the Consumer and Commercial Division of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT).
SA inquiry for DCP claims
South Australian Child Protection Minister Katrine Hildyard has ordered a review of her department's complaints process.
Mixed review for youth scheme
An independent review has revealed mixed results for Queensland Youth Co-Responder Teams.
NSW curriculum updated
The NSW primary school curriculum will undergo a significant transformation in 2027.
Earthquake concern lowers dam
Hunter Water has announced immediate measures to lower water levels in Grahamstown Dam.
Funding backs plastic work
New funding should see more than 14,000 tonnes of soft plastics diverted from South Australian landfills each year.
CFMEU reviews pledged
An independent MP wants a new watchdog to address the “toxic elements” within the CFMEU.