Archived News for Professionals in State Government
NT council sacked
The Northern Territory government has suspended all members of the Barkly Regional Council and placed the council under official management.
Ombudsmen standards slip
The Commonwealth Ombudsman has fallen significantly short of its service standards in the past year, achieving only 24 per cent of its target of 90 per cent.
SA breach revealed
The South Australian government has disclosed a significant cyber security breach that potentially compromised the data of many individuals.
Big desal plans underway
Queensland is set to invest billions in the construction and expansion of desalination plants.
EV tax deemed invalid
The High Court has invalidated Victoria's tax on electric vehicles, ruling that only the Commonwealth could enact such legislation.
Scientists run big sweep
The Federal Government is assessing the nation's subterranean water reserves.
Water rights returned
The Victorian government has announced the return of water rights to the Gunaikurnai traditional owners.
New body for MP misconduct
The Victorian Government says it will establish an integrity commission for MP misconduct.
No charge in pill probe
WA authorities have wrapped up an investigation into the loss of a tiny yet dangerous radioactive capsule.
Australia fails to listen
Australia has boldly denied the need for its Constitution to reflect reality.
Bar lowered for QLD police
The Queensland Police Service is grappling with a surge in officer turnover.
Diversion scheme declines
Experts have reported a decline in effectiveness for South Australia's Police Drug Diversion Initiative.
State beats gender target
The Queensland Government has exceeded its women’s representation targets for government-owned businesses.
Consultant costs counted
Several Queensland government departments have seen a substantial increase in consultancy expenses, exceeding $50 million.
Council scraps tooth help
Fluoride will no longer be added to the water in the Central Highlands Regional Council area.
QPSC seeks boost
The Queensland Public Sector Commission (QPSC) has unveiled a five-year strategy for workplace enhancement.
School scholarships backed
NSW is investing $12.2 million in its early childhood education workforce.
Schools warned of hack threat
Australia's national cyber security coordinator has warned schools are prime targets for ransomware groups.
Hydro savings detailed
A Queensland government office has estimated the cost of diving into pumped hydro.