Archived News for Professionals in State Government
Medical regulator AHPRA is investigating allegations of improper prescription of opioid replacement drugs at Fulham Correctional Centre in Victoria.
State spruiks green jobs
Victoria says its clean energy transition is projected to generate 10,000 jobs annually.
WA ploughs millions into Griffin
The WA Government has exceeded its budget to keep a failing coal mine afloat.
Queensland grows PS ranks
The Queensland budget has been hailed as good news for the state's public servants.
State boosts Apple options
NSW transport authorities have made a deal with Apple to allow new payment options.
Big boost for Burdekin
The Queensland government has announced a $1 billion investment to enhance the capacity of the Burdekin Falls Dam.
Shark data questioned
The accuracy of NSW’s shark net data has been used in a call to end the practice.
Docs sign gas letter
Paediatricians and federal independent MP Monique Ryan are urging the Northern Territory (NT) government to withdraw its support for a full-scale fracking industry.
Mental health abuse reported
An official report calls for financial redress and apology for victims of mental health system abuse in Victoria.
More hires for SA Police
South Australia Police should receive $81 million in funding over the next four years to address staff shortages.
Probe shows Banksia issues
Western Australia's only juvenile detention centre, Banksia Hill, is facing a severe crisis, according to a new report.
State's gap goal falters
Queensland is falling short of a target to close the gap on First Nations’ life expectancy.
ACT backs intersex protection
The ACT Legislative Assembly has passed a bill that prohibits unnecessary and irreversible medical procedures on intersex individuals.
Public school hit held back
The Victorian government has backtracked on its planned payroll tax for private schools.
Andrews rejects old media
The Victorian Government is depriving newspapers of millions in future revenue by pulling its ads from the medium.
Island returned to original name
A land mass briefly known as Fraser Island has reverted to its original name, K’gari.
Emission sweep shows issues
Analysis suggests some mines are emitting much more than they said they would.
Hospital grab goes to court
The battle over Calvary Public Hospital is heading to the Supreme Court.