Government News
Concern has been raised over widespread land clearing in Queensland, which may be occurring without any public consultation.
Papers meter the cost of water security
Two new reports on the state of Australia’s water industry show most Australians now enjoy safe and secure water supplies, but prices have increased.
Millions more to keep working Reef plan rolling
Two million dollars over three years will help conservation groups improve the health of the Great Barrier Reef.
Councils take charge on CSG risk check
Two regional councils are taking control of their water supplies, conducting tests to determine risks potentially posed by coal seam gas extraction.
Firing and inflexibility in workplace pregnancy stats
A new report has shown a high level of discrimination across Australian workplaces, which can lead to personal, economic and even safety issues.
Bike shift to form clear rear buffer
New laws in Queensland are aimed at making it easier for drivers to understand what to do when passing cyclists.
Community group leaves repeated Rio plan buried
The residents of a small New South Wales town will be celebrating victory against a mining giant today, after the Supreme Court ruled against Rio Tinto’s Warkworth mine expansion.
Building body gets new corporate capstone
A replacement for the chair of Infrastructure Australia has been announced, as Rod Eddington prepares to leave his post.
Finding means greenfield deals can come from just a few
The Federal Court has backed a negotiating tactic which allows construction companies to sidestep unions on agreements for new projects.
Energy chiefs push for union power wind-back
Some influential groups from the oil and gas industries have told the Federal Government to get cracking on changes to the Fair Work Act, saying billions of dollars and thousands of jobs are at risk.
Mental health reviewed and renewed nationwide
One hundred and fifty important programs have had their funding renewed, as the Federal Government pours $170 million into mental health services.
Data farm pushed back by internet insiders
One of Australia’s largest internet providers has attacked federal, state and territory governments over their continued push to harvest metadata for security purposes.
Interstate upgrade to boost both ways
The Australian Energy Regulator has signalled its approval for an upgrade which will increase energy flows between South Australia and Victoria.
Bourke beaming made cleaner with nearby solar site
The Bourke Council has approved a 2,000 square metre solar farm to power local NBN services.
Funding fight asks who deprived Tasmania
Concerns have been raised about funds some thought were secured for Tasmanian schools.
Fund members could fight for floating rights
The Australian Shareholder’s Association says the planned sale of Medibank Private may be hindered by members seeking leverage.
Public sector bargain rules reformed
The Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Public Service has outlined the new policy for conducting enterprise bargaining in the Australian Public Service.
Public papers' privacy protected by bolstered bill
New laws are being set up to regulate the handling of personal information by Public Service Agencies and contractors in the ACT.
Dead bat played to strong call for tax reform
The Federal Government says it will not touch the GST, despite the top treasury official saying it should.
New deal for Polish working swap-over
A new visa arrangement means young people from Australia and Poland will soon be able to work and holiday in each other's countries.
Council takes to the air for high-tech planning help
A council in rural New South Wales is taking a technological approach to cut costs and boost productivity, bringing in a drone to help with a range of services.