State Government News
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has faced sharp criticism after approving extensions to three coal mines ...
GPs react to bulk drop
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has raised concerns over declining bulk billing rates.
Green link pushed through
The Australian government has approved the HumeLink energy project, against the wishes of some locals.
Booze laws reviewed
A review of NT’s alcohol policies shows a significant reduction in alcohol-related injury (ARI) hospitalisations in Central Australia.
Bin deal made with states
State and federal environment ministers have agreed on measures to harmonise recycling practices.
New rail strike looms
Rail workers across Sydney have voted in favour of escalating industrial action.
Agencies link for summer risks
Water agencies are working to safeguard the Menindee Lakes and lower Darling-Baaka as warmer weather increases risks to water quality, fish health, and supply.
Doubt thrown on NSW logging
The New South Wales native logging industry is facing a critical review of its future.
ACT to pay for discrimination
The ACT Government has been ordered to pay $265,000 in damages after a tribunal found it unlawfully discriminated against a former public servant over her “irrelevant” criminal history.
States ranked for business cred
The Business Council of Australia (BCA) has declared South Australia the best Australian state for doing business.
NT medics show low support
A survey conducted of NT paramedics union has found 88 per cent lack confidence in the leadership of St John Ambulance NT.
Vic. seeks red tape savings
The Victorian Government has unveiled a plan to halve the number of state business regulators by 2030.
Nuclear plan lands
The Coalition’s nuclear energy plan promises billions in savings - but skips the fine print.
Victoria seeks gas feedback
Victoria is looking for public feedback on its plan to get gas out of homes.
Renewable push hits new peak
The Albanese government has outlined the successful projects in Australia’s largest renewable energy tender.
QPS resists diversity
A review of the Queensland Police Service (QPS) has revealed an entrenched system of racism, sexism, and exclusionary practices.
Police seek new COPS
The New South Wales Police Force is planning a third attempt to overhaul its decades-old Core Operational Policing System (COPS).
Santos costs ordered
Santos has won $9 million in court costs from environmental lawyers who challenged a planned pipeline.
Dam power date pushed back
Queensland’s flagship hydro project is facing soaring costs and slipping deadlines.