Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Rolling strikes for Catholic teachers started this week in New South Wales, with staff at schools across the state angry at attempt to erode their working conditions.
Big road bill could be tackled with Federal funds
The NRMA says there is $1 billion worth of roadwork in store just to bring roads on the north cost of NSW up to standard.
Marijuana matters as Mayors look for hemp to help
Australia is missing the opportunity for billions of dollars in revenue, thousands of jobs and a better life for many citizens by ignoring one single industry.
Sites seen ahead of asset attack
The Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance has identified dozens of assets that could be sold, and promises the money will be re-invested.
State's public freeze pushed to cut fees
The Tasmanian Government has signed off on a 12-month wage freeze for public servants, and said it will limit future increases.
Grey reports hide red alerts on Reef
The Australian Institute of Marine Science says the Queensland and Federal Governments are hiding the declining state of the Great Barrier Reef.
More Murray funds for better farming
Grants for more than $100 million worth of projects are flowing to almost 100 River Murray irrigation and industry projects.
ACT asbestos plague grows
ACT Health has confirmed two cases of lung cancer appear to be linked to asbestos insulation.
Corruption claims in push for bus justice
Dodgy bus shelter deals may be just the tip of the iceberg in state corruption inquiries.
RET scare puts green billions on the line
At least eight major projects have been put on hold in recent weeks, due to uncertainty over the Renewable Energy Target.
Gas grab leaving local bags empty
Thousands of jobs and billions of investment dollars are at risk from the ever-increasing gas price, economists say.
Health hampered by benefits for friends
A damning Integrity Commission investigation into nepotism within Tasmania's hospital system continues to take names.
Local light switch brings state-wide savings
Hundreds of millions in savings are coming for local governments in Victoria, as a majority switch to LED street lights.
More boundary talk on the state of states
The Reform of the Federation White Paper has re-enlivened an old debate in regional communities – asking whether Australia needs more states.
Push for rules to slow rampant asset sales
The Senate is looking for some extra conditions before passing the Federal Government’s asset recycling bill.
Resource rehab will run to billions
A conference this week discussed what can be done with Australia’s 50,000 disused mine sites.
Science keeps slipping with signs of more cuts
There are fears of a brain drain in Tasmania, with warnings that half the state’s CSIRO staff face the sack.
Living Water chief leaves amid investigation
The boss of a state government water agency embroiled in controversy has resigned.
Tassie's new group to get west working
The Tasmanian Government has put together a task force to help with rampant job losses in the state’s west coast mines.
Minister beams on waiting list drop
Many patients still wait up to two years for treatment, but the Queensland Health Minister says the state’s dental waiting list is the best it has been in years.
Call for unfair school funding to be undone
School staff want WA’s school fee system changed, saying voluntary charges mean schools in poorer areas miss out.