State Government News
The lease of Darwin Port by Chinese-owned Landbridge Group is under renewed scrutiny...
Premier pushes regional posts
Premier David Crisafulli has urged senior public servants in Queensland to spend more time outside Brisbane.
REZ support surveyed
A new survey reveals strong backing for renewable energy initiatives among Australians living in Renewable Energy Zones (REZs).
AEMO seeks solar control
AEMO says Australia’s power grid could face collapse unless rooftop solar output is curtailed during emergencies.
NSW foster changes coming
The NSW Government has announced sweeping reforms to its $2 billion foster care system following a major review.
Reduction path plotted
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) says electrification will drive down energy costs.
Racism framework released
The Race Discrimination Commissioner has unveiled a 10-year plan to end racism across the nation.
Redress report shows flaws
A report on Australia’s National Redress Scheme has highlighted critical failures and inadequacies.
Youth detention payout determined
A $75 million settlement has been approved by the Tasmanian Supreme Court to compensate 129 men who suffered abuse at the Ashley Youth Detention Centre (AYDC).
Google drives new links
Australia is laying digital pipelines to become the internet's new Indo-Pacific hub.
Violence inquiry drives change
Australia’s shameful crisis of violence against First Nations women demands immediate action.
Time off for army mayor
Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson has been suspended for 12 months on full pay, accused of lying about his military career.
Truth-telling to continue
Queensland’s Indigenous treaty body is defying the government’s plan to shut it down.
State power set to rise
The Victorian Government has revealed plans for a $370 million, state-owned renewable energy initiative.
Heart health pressures pockets
Australia is spending over $1.2 billion a year to manage high blood pressure.
Rush to cut surcharge starts
The Federal Government is moving to scrap surcharges for payments to government agencies.
Sydney strike to continue
Commuters are being urged to plan ahead as Sydney’s train network faces a shutdown.
Exam leader leaves
The Victorian Government says it is addressing significant errors in the 2024 VCE exams.
Green needs assessed
Melbourne and Sydney are falling short of international benchmarks for urban tree canopy coverage.
NT health gap exposed
The Northern Territory faces a significant challenge in meeting its healthcare needs.
WA startup boost sought
Economists say Western Australia’s startup sector risks falling behind without targeted investment and reforms.