Archived News for Professionals in State Government

The Tasmanian Government has outlined the size of its public sector cuts, and expressed “regret” that so many will be sacked.

Mental pain shouldn't swing on MP's whim

West Australian mental health authorities say politicians should not decide the freedom of mentally impaired people.

Premier's pick pipped

Queensland Premier Campbell Newman has been hampered in his mission to place people in top-level anti-corruption roles.

Tighter laws to curb SA lobbies

The South Australian Government has tightened the rules for MP’s, lobbies and political donations.

Banks recoil from risky port

Major banks say they are not keen on Queensland coal port expansions, which are also the subject of a damning scientists’ report.

Regulator's claims revealed in SA

News Limited has published a resignation letter from the former CEO of South Australia’s water regulator.

Water worry washed in media back-and-forth

The WA Conservation Council has been slammed for a full-page advertisement that claimed CSG ‘fracking’ puts water supplies at risk.

Billion dollar fund to fight ghost of Mr Fluffy

The Federal Government has put up $1 billion to help asbestos-affected families in the ACT.

Claims of kick-back found in WA rail deal

A secret deal for the Western Australian Government to get a slice of Brookfield Rail’s grain profits has been revealed.

Palmer's plans slammed by former party-mate

A former Palmer United Party candidate has the party for alleged attempts to gain political leverage for the party leader’s mining interests.

Prescribed program puts lives at risk

New Queensland Health software could kill within a month, a report says.

Tassie's old renewable efforts get historic tick

On the 100 year anniversary of Hydro Tasmania, the Great Lakes power scheme has been awarded heritage listing.

City lines detailed, councils call for funds

The West Australian Government has finally released details of planned council mergers, but the Local Government Association says it is just the start.

Emergencies join in Tassie wage fight

A stand-off over wages continues in the Tasmanian public sector, and the Government is also being accused of trying to water-down an important anti-corruption office.

New vote money laws fall short, critics say

The New South Wales Government has backed down on a proposal to slash the amount that can be spent on political advertising.

Big water fund for more NSW efforts

State and federal governments have put up $350 million for big water projects in New South Wales.

Green paper on farm money sees need for dams

Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce has released a green paper on agricultural competitiveness, listing 27 dams and irrigation projects that may warrant Commonwealth involvement.

New site to spot mine licences online

The Victorian Government has put up an interactive online map for plotting mining and exploration leases.

Think-tank's bold claims in fight for coal value

The Australia Institute (TAI) has fired another shot at the coal industry, in its quest to turn the Australian public against the old energy industry.