Archived News for Professionals in State Government
The WA Government is launching what it says is a global best practice IP policy.
Mungo report requested
First Nations elders are calling for the release of an independent report on the reburial of Mungo Man and Mungo Lady.
NT farm plan could cost big
The Northern Territory (NT) government's proposal to expand cotton production has sparked concern among environmentalists ...
Murray plan concerns farmers
Controversy has emerged following plans to use River Murray water for a hydrogen power plant in SA.
State logging felled
This week’s Victorian budget includes plans to shut down the state’s logging industry.
State tightens WorkCover
Businesses will have to pay higher premiums and face stricter criteria around mental health claims in reforms to Victoria’s WorkCover system.
Sydney defects tallied
An interim report has revealed a backlog of nearly 40,000 defects across Sydney's train network.
Call for lithium excitement
Some local firms want state and federal government to be bolder in their embrace of lithium.
DNA lab still struggling
Queensland's forensic testing services are struggling to process a backlog of over 10,000 cases awaiting DNA testing, the state says.
Drag pushed to Parliament
Embattled drag performers have found safety in one of Victoria’s best known houses.
Small gift for struggling services
The Federal Government has offered a $21 million lifeline to Aboriginal legal services.
First Nations focus in NT justice
The Northern Territory parliament has approved legislation that could revolutionise the criminal justice system for First Nations offenders.
Vic. picks ticket firm
Victoria says it will overhaul its ‘Myki’ transport ticket system with a new operator.
New water plan slammed
An Aboriginal land council has denounced a draft water allocation plan in the NT.