Queensland Premier Anna Bligh and Industry Minister Desley Boyle have announced more than $27 million in funding for a range of research and development projects in the state. The majority…
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NSW Government moves to reform councils’ asset management
The NSW Government is moving ahead with integrated planning and reporting reforms it says will improve the financial sustainability of local councils. In Hobart today, NSW Minister for Local Government, Paul…
QLD’s online movement to combat youth violence
The Queensland Government has launched a new online platform to help tackle violence and bullying among young people. Education and Training Minister Rod Welford said the new Act Smart Be…
Rann announces cabinet reshuffle
South Australia Premier Mike Rann has announced a major reshuffle to "freshen up" cabinet and the state’s public service. The shake-up involves two thirds of cabinet ministers changing posts or…
Educational campaign shifts Queenslanders’ water habits
The State Government’s Target 140 campaign will soon mark its first year of operation with a record 12 consecutive months of meeting water savings. “Last week saw residents reach a…
Victoria to introduce a plastic bag levy
A plastic bag levy scheme is to be piloted in Victoria, aiming to develop a national approach to reducing plastic bag use. Environment minister Gavin Jennings said the Government and…
WA sizes up ‘centre of excellence’ for clean coal
Resources and Energy Minister for Western Australia Francis Logan has announced an agreement between the Western Australian Government’s Coal Futures Group and the Curtin University of Technology to investigate the…
Children increasingly at risk from drug and alchol issues: report
Parental mental health issues and drug and alcohol abuse are the fastest growing causes of child protection reports in NSW, figures show. The figures, compiled by Professor Sharon Dawe from…
Collaborative services for Indigenous Queenslanders
A Coalition of Indigenous Human Services is set to be established to provide Indigenous Queenslanders with more responsive supports. As part of the Indigenous service delivery reforms, the $1 million…
Stay connected to health services at home
Faced with unprecedented demands on hospitals, the Queensland Government has announced a new $3 million healthcare support program to provide more patients with free medial home care services. Health minister…