Victoria introduces pill-testing bill

Mobile testing services will attend ten music festivals and events throughout the 18-month implementation trial.

12 September, 2024

Commonwealth follows SA lead on social media ban

SA legislation would see social media giants face substantial fines if they fail to comply.

9 September, 2024

Government News joins Positive Impact Media

The Intermedia Group is pleased to announce the creation of a new division with the launch of Positive Impact Media.

5 September, 2024

SA report highlights corruption risks with ministerial staff

Recruitment processes for ministerial advisors should be aligned with public sector guidelines, the SA ICAC says.

4 September, 2024

Public enquiry into Liverpool City Council can proceed, judge rules

Council has until 5 September to consider options for appeal.

3 September, 2024

NSW to introduce debarment scheme for dodgy suppliers

NSW will establish a debarment regime as it moves to stamp out corruption in procurement.

31 August, 2024

AI disclosure becomes mandatory for APS

Government agencies will have to publicly disclose all use of artificial intelligence from September 1.

27 August, 2024

Aviation industry overhaul includes more support for regional airports

Funding for regional airports will be expanded as part of the government’s plan to overhaul aviation.

26 August, 2024

Liberal Party drops threat of legal action after council elections stuff-up

The NSW Liberal Party has decided not to go ahead with threatened legal action against the Electoral Commission.

19 August, 2024

Govt unveils plans for TEx digital ID system

The government plans to add TEx to MyGov and MyGovID to create a digital identity ‘tech trifecta’.

14 August, 2024

APS Commissioner to get new powers to hold former agency heads accountable

The APS Commissioner will be given power to investigate former agency heads involved in Robodebt and make determinations.

13 August, 2024

Don’t even think about weaponising us, ICAC tells candidates

Local government candidates are being warned not to weaponise the ICAC ahead of council elections in September.

12 August, 2024

Two face criminal charges as Vic building regulator faces corruption probe

Two employees of Victoria’s Building Authority face criminal charges amid an ongoing investigation by the state’s corruption watchdog.

7 August, 2024

NSW public servants ordered back to the office

The NSW Premier’s Department has issued a circular to government agencies saying it’s time for employees to return to the office.

5 August, 2024