Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The Northern Territory Government has announced it will conduct a comprehensive review of the state-owned Power and Water Corporation, after findings emerged that showed it to be in dire financial straights.
NT on the edge of debt black hole
The Northern Territory’s debt stands to explode to $6.2 billion from $2.7 billion over the forward estimates period unless there is a significant change in financial direction, according to the latest findings posted by the Territory Government.
Queensland outlines red tape reduction plan
The Queensland Office of Best Practice has handed down its Interim Report on ways the best ways to cut onerous red tape and regulation by 20 per cent.
Skills and Training Taskforce releases final report
The Queensland Skills and Training Taskforce has handed down its final report, identifying key strategies to be used to improve the match between training and job outcomes for individuals and employers.
Solar panels to blow out electricity bills says Queensland
The Queensland Competition Authority (ACA) has released research that suggests that rooftop solar costs are projected to add over $240, or 12 per cent, to the average electricity bills within five years.
Victoria seeking EOIs over gas plan
The Victorian Government has announced it is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIS) in delivering Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) technologies to expand access to natural gas throughout the state.
WA releases Royalties for Region report
The Western Australian Government has tabled a progress report on the Royalties for Regions program for the 2011/12 period.
WA signs gas JV
The Western Australian Government has signed the Natural Gas (Canning Basin Joint Venture) Agreement with JV partners Buru Energy and Mitsubishi Corporation.
Government announces transfer of business amendments
The Federal Government has passed amendments to the Fair Work Act that apply transfer of business rules to protect the entitlements of state public sector employees in Queensland, NSW, South Australia and Tasmania through Parliament.
Melbourne Water releases five-year pricing plan
Melbourne Water has submitted its final 2013 Water Plan to the Victorian Essential Services Commission (ESC), outlining proposed investment, service provision and prices for the next five years following 1 July next year.
Queensland stays the course with exploration
The Queensland Government has moved to reassure resources companies that it will continue to pursue policies and initiatives aimed at encouraging growth and exploration in the sector across the State.
Royalties funding to target infrastructure
The Queensland Government has announced the first round of projects under the pilot Royalties for Regions initiative, with the majority of the funding targeting road infrastructure.
Burke delivers Murray plan feedback
Federal Water Minister, Tony Burke, has delivered his feedback to the Murray Darling Basin Authority on the recently revised Basin Plan, confirming the Federal Government's support for the new 3,200 gigalitre benchmark.
Government releases draft framework accreditation
The Federal Government has released the draft Framework of Standards for Accreditation under national environmental law.
Government releases wildlife corridors plan
The Federal Government has announced the release of the National Wildlife Corridors Plan, an initiative aimed at ' reconnecting the Australian landscape through a network of wildlife corridors across Australia.'
New Ombudsman for NT
The Northern Territory Government has announced the appointment of Peter Shoyer as the Territory’s new Ombudsman.
Queensland releases draft Barrier Reef ports strategy
The Queensland Government has released the Great Barrier Reef Ports Strategy, outlining the State Government’s approach to future port development and planning in the Great Barrier Reef region.
SACS pay rise passes Parliament
The Federal Government has hailed the passage of legislation through Parliament that locks in equal pay increases for 150,000 social and community services (SACS) workers.
Government announces Riverland support
The Federal Government has announced additional funding for water projects and industry support in the Riverland area of South Australia.
King steps down from Power and Water Corporation
Judith King has announced her resignation as Director of the Northern Territory’s Power and Water Corporation, having served in the role since 2000.
Murray amendments pass lower house
The Federal Government’s amendments to the Water Act which set the provision for an additional 450 gigalitres of environmental flow for the Murray-Darling, have passed the house of representatives.