Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The Northern Territory (NT) Government is contesting a court's order to pay nearly $1 million in compensation to former youth detention inmates who were gassed.
Gladys takes ICAC action
Gladys Berejiklian, the former Premier of New South Wales, has initiated civil legal proceedings against the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).
Mandate drop shocks nurses
Queensland Health has decided to revoke its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, drawing criticism from the state’s nursing union.
State agrees to hydro plan
The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments have inked a $100 million agreement to transform Port Bonython into South Australia's inaugural large-scale hydrogen export terminal.
WA seeks Griffin help
The WA Government is looking for new consultancies to help with issues at Griffin Coal.
'Dehumanising' state practice slammed
The Queensland Human Rights Commission has recommended the elimination of strip searches in women's prisons.
Digital ID bill appears
Australia's long-awaited digital identity legislation has made its way to Parliament.
Reef kept off danger list
The Great Barrier Reef has avoided being added to UNESCO's endangered list.
Big fund for NSW wages
New South Wales is establishing a $3.6 billion fund to boost public sector wages.
CCC report to stay hidden
Queensland’s corruption commission has been blocked from releasing a recent report.
Commonwealth snub probed
Details have emerged about the Victorian Government’s decision to scrap the Commonwealth Games.
Glass urges action
Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass has criticised the state government's sluggish response to corruption findings.
Mining probe hears concerns
A NSW parliamentary inquiry has heard of the health consequences of lead, gold, silver, and zinc mining operations.
Oil giants sued in US
In a big legal move, California has taken five of the world's biggest oil giants to court.
Pharmacy boost tested
Pharmacists are being given new powers in an effort to assist Tasmanian aged care.
Rural shifts planned
Stats show city-dwelling Australians are flocking to the country, or at least want to.
Woodside testing blocked
Woodside's ambitious gas project off Western Australia's northern coast has hit a snag.
Racist cops keep jobs
Three Queensland police officers who made racist comments at a Brisbane watch house will retain their positions.
State funds fresh teachers
The Victorian government is scrapping tuition fees for secondary school teaching programs starting in 2024.