Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The South Australian Government has released its Stormwater Strategy, developed by the Stormwater Taskforce which was established in September last year.
The strategy, The Future of Stormwater Management, contains nine actions to be implemented over the next four years to improve the capture and reuse of stormwater in Adelaide and recommends a more unified approach between all the responsible parties – Government, the Local Government Association and the Stormwater Management Authority.
Queensland targets $22b borrowings for infrastructure repair
The Queensland Government’s financing arm, Queensland's Treasury Corporation (QTC), has released a report that reveals a projected $11.8 billion in new borrowing and $10.2 billion in refinancing of existing debt, as the state anticipates raising $22 billion on global bond markets over the current financial year to finance repair of flood damaged infrastructure.
Funding for WA country hospital upgrades
The Western Australian Government has announced that $147 million will be spent upgrading six country hospitals, the largest single investment in regional healthcare in WA’s history, according to the Premier Colin Barnett.
NSW announces reviews of renewable energy policy
The NSW Government has announced two reviews of renewable energy policy at its recent Solar and Renewable Energy Summit.
New appointments to Tasmanian EPA board
The Tasmanian Minister for Environment, Brian Wightman, has announced the appointment of two new members to the board of Tasmania’s Environment Protection Authority.
Industry anger over new Victorian eServices panel
The Victorian Government’s announcement of its new eServices Panel has prompted an angry response from the IT companies shut out from government tenders.
Funding announced for nine WA 'super towns'
The Western Australian Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls has announced the initial nine towns that will share in $85.5million in Royalties for Regions funding this year under the Regional Centres Development Plan (SuperTowns).
SA claim to Future Submarines project confirmed in land agreement
The South Australian Government has set aside land as part of an agreement with the Australian Government that confirms that the multi-billion dollar Future Submarines will be constructed in Adelaide.
$800 million WA road funding agreement signed
A new road funding agreement has been signed by the Western Australian Government with local governments in Western Australia to deliver more than $800 million across Western Australia over the next five years.
Tasmania's draft mental health bill released
Tasmania’s draft Mental Health Bill 2011, which proposes reforms to the treatment and care of Tasmanians with mental illness, has been released for comment.
Forestry Tasmania to undergo strategic review
The Tasmanian Government has appointed URS and Deloitte to oversee a strategic review of Forestry Tasmania (FT).
NSW Water Management (General) Regulation Act draft released
The NSW Office of Water has released a draft Water Management (General) Regulation 2011 for public comment.
States push for more water control
State governments are set to win more control over multimillion-dollar water-saving infrastructure projects across the Murray-Darling under a new deal being discussed with the Commonwealth.
Victorian Biotechnology Advisory Council established
The Victorian Government will establish a new advisory council for Victoria’s biotechnology sector, with funding of $1.2 million over four years to operate the council.
Inquiry into NSW parliamentary budget office
A public inquiry will be held into the NSW Parliamentary Budget Office to examine its future role and functions.
Victoria appoints new members to VicHealth
The Victorian Health Minister David Davis has announced the appointment of eight new members to the board of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation.
Queensland Government announces Smart State fund allocations
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh has announced how the Queensland government will allocate $100 million in a new round of Smart State funds.
New Perth port to deal with expanding container trade
The Western Australian Government has shelved plans to expand operations in Fremantle Port after announcing the possibility of constructing a new port closer to Perth.
300,000 workers needed in resource states
Queensland and Western Australia are set to experience a massive demand in skilled labour over the coming years, with 300,000 workers required to continue economic growth.
Infrastructure NSW legislation passed
Legislation to establish Infrastructure NSW has been passed in the NSW Parliament, and the former Premier, Nick Greiner, has been appointed as its chair. Paul Broad, currently chief executive of AAPT, has been appointed chief executive of the new body.
Attorney-General announces more NSW recovery assistance
Attorney-General Robert McClelland today announced Maitland City Council and Great Lakes Shire Council Shires in NSW are now eligible for disaster assistance from the Australian Government following last week’s flooding.