Women across NSW will be able to access oral contraceptive pills from their pharmacist, without first visiting their GP for a prescription.
Vic’s FOI system resistant to scrutiny, says new report
Victoria’s freedom of information laws are outdated and should be radically reformed, says oversight committee.
Innovation needed to drive public transport usage
A new report from PTAANZ examines how the sector can move beyond the post-Covid phase.
Queensland icon appointed state’s night-life czar
Since the emergence of Covid-19, around 200 music venues in Queensland have closed.
New fleet of electric ferries in the pipeline
A new generation of environmentally friendly ferries will take to Sydney Harbour by 2035.
Operators announced for Tassie bottle deposit scheme
Tasmania is one step closer to joining other jurisdictions by introducing a container refund program.
Qld introduces affirmative model of consent
The long-awaited change brings Queensland in line with other Australian jurisdictions.
Effectiveness of vaping penalties unknown
It’s important that vapes remain accessible to those that need them, says expert.
NT teachers score top pay rise
Teachers in the Northern Territory are set to become the highest paid in Australia.
New industrial relations chief for Queensland
Peter O’Neill has been appointed Queensland’s new industrial relations commissioner.