City of Perth has approved a review of city laws that will see penalties for tree vandals increased to $5000.
Challenges loom for Sydney Trains, panel warns
Sydney’s suburban passenger rail network operator is facing challenges around reliability, workforce gaps and governance.
Queensland seeks permanent Victim’s Commissioner
Queensland is recruiting a permanent independent commissioner to promote the rights of victims of crime.
Revenue NSW automated debt recovery ‘unlawful’, ombudsman finds
The Ombudsman has found an automated system used by Revenue NSW to recover unpaid fines and debts was unlawful.
Corruption flourished amid post-amalgamation chaos, ICAC finds
The amalgamation of three Sydney councils created a chaotic and poorly governed environment in which corruption was able to occur, ICAC says.
An idea that changed a city: former chief reflects on 15 years of Vivid
Vivid Sydney shows how the right event done well can bring huge benefits, the former head of Events NSW says.
Victorian infrastructure set to fail as climate change bites: report
Victoria’s infrastructure will fail more often without adaptation to climate change, according to the state’s infrastructure advisory body.
Biggest ever renewables tender announced
NSW is set to get the lion’s share of Australia’s biggest single tender for renewable projects.
Victorian corruption watchdog receives 4,300 allegations against police
Complaints and allegations relating to Victoria Police are on the increase, IBAC says.
Victoria appoints new Emergency Management Inspector General
Senior Victorian public servant Dr Emily Phillips is the state’s new Inspector-General for Emergency Management.