Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The Department of Regional NSW has announced the elimination of over 100 roles.
EPA takes action on asbestos
Australia’s asbestos mulch scandal has spread, with discoveries in a number of Melbourne parks.
Rail firms fined over fatality
Fines of over half a million dollars have been issued following a fatal train derailment in NSW.
NT seeks more police
The NT Government has put up $200 million to recruit 200 additional police officers over the next four years.
Pioneering commissioner resigns
Criticism over disaster response is one of the reasons the NSW SES commissioner is resigning.
Vaccine requirement reconsidered
NSW Health is consulting about proposed changes to mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements ...
VicGrid plots path
VicGrid has announced details of its planned investigation into a new transmission line route.
State rejects justice calls
The Victorian Government has rejected key recommendations from the Yoorrook Justice Commission's inquiry into child protection and criminal justice systems.
ACT signs water deal
A new deal should allow the ACT to fulfil its water recovery commitments under Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
Dry models show mega risk
Experts say Australia is on track for unprecedented, decades-long megadroughts.
NWI shift outlined
The Federal Government has unveiled a new plan to overhaul the nation’s overarching water policy...
Air standards outlined
Experts say new standards are needed for indoor air quality in public buildings.
Green job body forming
Businesses are concerned about attempts to shift workers into more sustainable work.
Pole costs fall on owners
Western Power has urged property owners to replace private power poles at their own expense.
Charges laid for alleged bribe
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) says charges have been laid over an airport bribery scandal.
Sports funds unjustified
A WA Auditor General's report on sports spending has raised pork-barrelling allegations.