Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The NSW Government says it will enhance the Water Management Act 2000, following the outcomes of a long-awaited review.
Cochlear compo opened
Compensation claims have been made over Cochlear implant issues at SA’s Women's and Children's Hospital.
Native title for WA stretch
The Federal Court has recognised native title rights in WA’s northern Goldfields.
Private prison switching back
The privately managed Junee Correctional Centre will be returned to public hands.
Repairs laid at Housing's door
A recent High Court ruling has held NT Housing responsible for neglected repairs.
SA teachers set to strike
South Australian teachers have voted in favour of strike action next Thursday.
ACT drug laws change
The ACT has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to decriminalise small quantities of illicit drugs.
Public call-out slammed
A Tasmanian MLC has been called to apologise after making allegations against specific public servants.
QLD cards go digital
Queensland residents can now access their driver's licences via their smartphones.
Brumby cull enhanced
The NSW Environment Minister, Penny Sharpe, has given the green light for an aerial cull of feral horses in Kosciuszko National Park.
Legal action over water talks
First Nations groups have launched a legal challenge over a water plan.
Water sales sizzle
Irrigators in the Murray-Darling Basin have sold almost double the amount of water the federal government initially sought ...
Expert silence questioned
Concern has been raised about the integrity of NSW inquiry into mining health impacts.
Hospital move questioned
Controversy has emerged around the planned relocation of a Perth maternity hospital.