Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Reports this week claim Transport NSW undertook a survey to inform its new north-west Sydney rail link plan, but ignored the results in its subsequent planning.
Law centre to gauge QLD gas concerns and invoke innovations
A new centre for mining law research will focus on fair negotiations between land-owners and CSG companies.
New method cuts to the heart of emergency concerns
A fast-track diagnostic tool is helping decongest some Queensland emergency departments.
Victorian teachers shown 3D path to inspiration
The 3D printing revolution has landed for internet communities, artists, designers, and large-scale industry – and the modern futuristic techniques are now working their way into the classroom.
Abbott and O'Farrell agree to hurry tape cuts
A joint statement from the Prime Minister and New South Wales Premier says the state’s new ‘one-stop-shop’ arrangement for environmental approvals is a step closer, with the signing of the second Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Brief window opens for WA abalone hunters
The short and tightly-controlled Western Australian abalone fishing season has started this week, with anglers given just one hour a week to bag the green-lipped delicacy.
Ministers to mull old Tasmanian NBN plan
The Federal Communications Minister and Prime Minister are reportedly considering a Labor government model for the National Broadband Network roll-out, based on suggestions from the Tasmanian Premier.
Online link for Victorian research chain
An online booking system has created a greater level of access to Victoria’s large range of world-class research infrastructure.
Open invite to builders strips planning rights
The South Australian Local Government Association (LGA) says plans to re-enliven property development in Adelaide will deprive city councils of important planning powers.
Opposition opens fire on Perth council confusion
The plan to merge the 30 councils of metropolitan Perth into around half as many has been called a “dog’s breakfast” by the WA Opposition.
Resignation prompts hunt for PS top spot
Director-General of Chief Minister and Treasury Directorate for the ACT has resigned, kicking off a search for the next top public servant to fill the job.
State government scores rare fish film from river study
In a rare moment of uninhibited expressiveness, the Murray Cod has shown off some of its daily routine for the benefit of science.
Submission raises raft of council concerns on tax repeal
The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) is concerned over the ramifications of federal moves to undo carbon pricing legislation.
Grant gives wings to electric aircraft plan
A Victorian Government grant has allowed engineering students at Swinburne to look skyward for a sustainable method of air travel.
Tips updated to keep WA students starting on safe path
A new version has been launched for a Western Australian program providing free work safety resources to senior high school students and young workers.
Age issues cost billions, keep experience out of the game
Experts say age discrimination is keeping thousand of fully capable Australians out of work, and costing workers through increased welfare needs.
Mass gas worker expansion sighted in QLD
While there has been contraction in some Queensland resource-linked trades, it seems demand for LNG and CSG workers is about to explode.
Turnbull calls for tango in telecoms talks
The Communications Minister has called for negotiations to continue between NBN Co and the companies in charge of the optical roll-out in Tasmania, saying that it takes two to tango over contracts.
Girls' sport course cut in NT
The Northern Territory Government is considering scrapping a scheme which provides sport and health education to girls, causing deep concern from advocates.
Maths and reading dip all over, worse in QLD
A round-up of figures from the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) has tracked educational progress across the states, showing room for improvement in several classes.
Word on closures delayed in WA
The Western Australian Premier still intends to shut several schools, but has put off revealing which will go until next year at least.