Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Many Australians know about a pipeline dispute in Dakota, but ...
Shark net plan sped up
New South Wales is fast-tracking the rollout of shark nets on its far-north coast.
Big road fund to fix Vic arterials
The Victorian Government has announced a $1.8-billion public-private partnership to overhaul Melbourne arterial roles.
New SA link outlined
South Australia's electricity distributor is looking at options for a new interconnector to the eastern states.
Debate over WA disability cover
The Human Services Minister says there is no “clear winner” after trials of two disability models in WA.
Jury votes down nuclear dump
A citizens’ jury has voted strongly against a large nuclear waste facility in South Australia.
Late HSC concerns raised
NSW teachers have called for a re-write of new HSC syllabuses, which they say are “confusing” and contain “serious blunders”.
Green regulator's goal questioned
WA’s environment regulator says rapidly approving projects shows it is protecting the public.
PC calls for personal data-mining
People should have the legal right to mine their own data, says ...
Train fight off the tracks
The state-owned Queensland Rail (QR) has been plunged into chaos in recent weeks.
Last-minute water switch protested
Coal miners have gathered in protest against Queensland water reforms.
SAPN loses price appeal
The Australian Competition Tribunal has backed the AER’s denial of SA Power Networks’ plan to collect more revenue.
Solar firms accused of confusing deals
As the good deals for rooftop solar decline, energy retailers have been accused of capitalising on consumer confusion.
Taskforce to tackle power moves
Victoria is setting up a taskforce to plan closure of the Hazelwood coal-fired power station.
Joyce warns of red laws
Federal Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce says the Labor Party’s land clearing laws resemble those of a communist regime.
Talks to probe prison rates
The Federal Government will hold an inquiry into the incarceration rate of Indigenous Australians.