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The Victorian Government has released a new framework for managing the State’s groundwater resources.

NSW to crack down on 'misbehaving' councils

The New South Wales Government has unveiled new powers that will enable the Minister for Local Government to suspend ‘misbehaving’ councils.

Queensland passes major council reforms

The Queensland Government has passed what it calls ‘the biggest reform of Local Government in a generation’, saying it will fundamentally change the way Local Government do business.

SA extends Olympic Dam expansion plan

The South Australian Government has announced it will grant the extension to the indenture for the BHP Billiton Olympic Dam expansion works.

SA goes to war on red tape

The South Australian Government has called on South Australians to help identify key areas where Government can make more major cuts to regulatory burden.

Tasmania passes mental health rights legislation

The Tasmanian Government has successfully passed mental health legislation that seeks to ensure human rights of mental health consumers are strictly observed.

Tasmania passes Water and Sewerage Corporation legislation

Tasmania will now have a single, statewide water and sewerage entity following the passage of legislation through State Parliament.

Tasmania tables energy reform legislation

The Tasmanian Government has tabled legislation before State Parliament that it says paves the way for major reforms of the State’s electricity industry.

Brighton Bypass open to traffic

The Tasmanian Government has officially opened the $191 million Brighton Bypass to motorists, months ahead of schedule.

Investment unlocked for Illawarra

The Federal Government has announced the second round of the Illawarra Region Innovation and Investment Fund (IRIIF), generating over 500 jobs and $48.8 million in investment.

Surat Basin legislation passes Queensland Parliament

The Queensland Parliament has passed the Surat Basin Rail (Infrastructure Development and Management) Bill, enabling the delivery of large scale rail infrastructure in the area.

Victoria unveils Environmental Partnerships Plan

The Victorian Government has announced its new Environmental Partnerships Initiative, aimed at promoting greater collaboration between government, business, industry and community groups in environmental conservation efforts.

WorkCover reforms working claims Government

The New South Wales Government has released figures which it claims shows that its recent reforms to the Workers Compensation scheme are already producing benefits.

Victoria raises Federal ire over kindergarten funding claims

The Victorian Government has announced it will allocate a further $40 million in capital grants to be shared between 92 services throughout the state.

$1.1 billion for pre-schooling

The Federal Government has announced $1.1 billion in new funding for preschool and kindergarten in a bid to ensure all children can access 15 hours a week of early childhood education in the year before they start school.

Victoria announces Banksia support

The Victorian Government's Banksia Working Group has announced a series of support measures aimed at providing immediate assistance to communities impacted by the recent collapse of the Banksia Finance Group.

Victoria names first FoI Commissioner

The Victorian Government has appointed career public servant Lynne Bertolini as the State's inaugural Freedom of Information (FoI) Commissioner.

$30 million water upgrade for Huon Valley water supply

The jointly funded $30 million upgrade and expansion of Southern Water’s Huon Valley water supply infrastructure has been given the go ahead.

EOIs to be called for new cruise ship terminal

The Queensland Government and Gold Coast Council have announced they are planning to call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to develop an international cruise ship terminal and associated development on the Gold Coast.