Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Australian hospitals are facing criticism for their handling of COVID-19 infection controls.
ICAC alerted to PS claim
Allegations of corruption in the NSW planning department have prompted an ICAC referral and suspension of an official.
Power figures listed
Analysts have compiled a list of the most influential forces in Australia’s energy arena.
VicForests stops risky work
VicForests has announced the early termination of community forestry operations in Victoria, linking its decision to the financial and legal risks associated with ongoing litigation.
Black Summer hit studied
Experts say the ‘Black Summer’ bushfires wiped billions from Australia’s tourism supply chain.
Reef efforts continue
The Australian and Queensland Governments have launched the Reef 2050 Wetlands Strategy.
River funds to flow
The Federal Government has opened funding for the Resilient Rivers Water Infrastructure Program (RRWIP).
Singleton win in NT court
The NT Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge against a decision to re-issue a substantial groundwater licence.
Rail plan backed
An $80 million federal pledge has been made for the business case behind the Sydney-Newcastle high-speed rail line.
Extremist ethics questioned
Disturbing reports claim Australian counter-terrorism police “fed” a 13-year-old’s fixation with Islamic State, and waited to charge him.
Health worker jab claim backed
A South Australian public servant has won compensation for a vaccine-induced injury.
Heat drives ambulance issues
Researchers have measured the significant increase in ambulance call-outs during heatwaves.
Class action over kids' treatment
A class action has been launched against child protection departments in various Australian states, citing allegations of racial discrimination and systemic misconduct.
WA to see full school funds
The federal and WA governments have struck a deal to fully fund public schools in Western Australia by 2026.
Anger aimed at law office
Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has issued a stark warning to the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO)...
EPA responses questioned
A NSW watchdog has been accused of overlooking asbestos risk at schools and childcare centres.
Housing issues build
With the weakest home-building pipeline Australia has seen in over a decade, there is a growing push for...
SafeWork issues leaked
SafeWork NSW has been accused of being “timid” and “ineffectual”, with systemic cultural and operational issues.