Archived News for Professionals in State Government
ICAC reviews chief's travel
The Northern Territory's corruption court has called for enhanced scrutiny of politicians' travel expenses during election campaigns.
States seek online age change
Australian premiers have proposed barring millions of children from using major social media platforms.
Bird flu detected at egg farm
Avian influenza has been detected at an egg farm near Meredith in western Victoria.
New funds for SA supplies
The Federal Government is investing $65 million in SA's Northern Water Supply Project.
State forming safety group
The Victorian Government is set to introduce new legislation to better protect customer-facing workers ...
Pay rise tabled in NSW
The New South Wales (NSW) government has offered a 10.5 per cent pay rise over three years for public sector workers.
Pharmacy script power granted
The NSW Government is allowing pharmacists to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs).
SA signs AUKUS deal
South Australia and Maryland have formalised a significant collaboration aimed at developing the skilled workforce needed for the AUKUS program.
Santos case conduct probed
The conduct of the Environmental Defenders Office in a court case with Santos has been reviewed.
State swells big battery
The Queensland Government has announced a major expansion of Stanwell's Central Queensland battery energy storage system.
Victoria backs biotech
The Victorian Government has announced a $5 million investment in the development of life-saving innovations.
NT tops debt record
The Northern Territory's budget for 2024-25 reveals net debt exceeding $11 billion - a record for the jurisdiction.
Space spend questioned
The Victorian Government has invested $37 million in a US space tourism company.
Drought-free state pivots to preparation
Queensland’s remaining drought declarations have been revoked, making the state officially drought-free for the first time in over a decade.
Mary Basin plan complete
Queensland’s Mary Basin Water Plan has been finalised after an extensive review process.
Company fined for fire
Electricity distributor Powercor has been ordered to pay a $2.1 million fine after failing to maintain vegetation around power lines.