The Hunter JO is the first joint local government entity to enter into a regional climate partnership with the Cities Power Partnership.
Category: State
New heads announced for NSW Planning, Transport
The NSW government has announced new permanent secretaries for the departments of planning, and transport.
Govt programs recognised for innovative use of GIS technology
Australian government agencies are using geospatial information technology to modernise services and operations.
Unions slap down proposal for public sector WFH pay cut
Unions have slammed a proposal for the salaries of people who work from home to be cut.
Former City of Sydney manager made first NSW Rental Commissioner
Appointments, departures and movement in and around government.
AI road maintenance trial extended to two NSW councils
Two NSW councils are participating in a trial of AI-driven road maintenance technology following a pilot using TfNSW vehicles.
Education department gets F for protecting school principals
The number, complexity and pace of government initiatives is taking its toll on Victoria’s school principals
MoGs can hurt employees’ mental health: research
A study says the 2019 creation of DCS in NSW was poorly handled and highlights the mental health risks of MoG changes to staff.
Contract awarded for East Perth homelessness project
State, federal and local government are involved in the Common Ground project to deliver housing for Perth’s rough sleepers.
NSW Heritage body lacks oversight of heritage items
An audit has found poor oversight of NSW’s most precious buildings, objects and precincts by the state government agency charged with their management and conservation.