All past corruption findings by the Independent Commission Against Corruption will be validated by urgent legislation as part of the Government’s response to the decision of the High Court in ICAC v Cunneen, NSW Premier Mike Baird announced today. “We will not tolerate corruption in this State, end of story,” Mr Baird said. “All […]
The State Government has approved the appointment of three new members on the Western Power Board, Colin Beckett, Greg Martin and Peter Iancov. Energy Minister Mike Nahan said Colin Beckett had been appointed to replace the outgoing chairperson, Alan Mulgrew, and Greg Martin would replace John Cahill, the former deputy chairperson. Colin Beckett […]
C ommonwealth Minister for Justice Michael Keenan and NSW Minister for Emergency Services David Elliott today announced additional disaster assistance for NSW communities affected by the recent storms and floods. Assistance is being extended to the local government areas of Gloucester, Hawkesbury, Ku-ring-gai, Mosman and Waverley through the jointly‑funded Commonwealth-State Natural Disaster Relief and […]
Planning Minister Rob Stokes today welcomed Australian Bureau of Statistics figures showing more than 170 new homes were approved every day of March in NSW. Mr Stokes said almost 5,500 new dwellings were given the green light in March, with an increase in new units and apartments leading the rise. “Approvals for March […]
Premier Colin Barnett today provided a $60,000 cheque to the Salvation Army for its annual Red Shield Appeal. The Premier presented the State Government’s annual gift during a breakfast at Perth Arena ahead of the annual doorknock appeal later this month. “The Red Shield Appeal is an essential fundraising campaign that allows the […]
The NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) Unit in Strathfield has been inundated with 59 requests for assistance from April 20 to May 2 – the largest number from a single storm event in Strathfield since the storms that caused the beaching of the Pasha Bulker. “We’ve had 59 requests for assistance in the Strathfield […]
An investment in our multicultural communities is a great investment for all Victorians. The Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) welcomes the Government of Victoria’s announcement of $74 million to be invested in multicultural affairs and social cohesion. “One of our state’s greatest assets is our unique multicultural society. The Victorian Government’s investment in supporting harmony amongst […]
The NSW Government today introduced legislation to Parliament to prohibit the sale of electronic cigarettes and e-cigarette accessories to minors. The Public Health (Tobacco) Amendment (E-cigarettes) Bill 2015 will amend the Public Health (Tobacco) Act 2008, making it an offence to sell e-cigarettes and accessories, including e-liquids, to anyone under 18. Health Minister […]
Students in Point Cook are big winners in the Andrews Labor Government’s first State Budget. The 2015-2016 Victorian Budget includes funding for purchase of land for Point Cook Senior, with further funding to be provided in future Budgets. In total, $40 million has been allocated to fulfil the Government’s commitment to the purchase of land […]
Nominations are open for contenders in the prestigious WA Industry and Export Awards. Commerce Minister Michael Mischin said Western Australian winners of export categories would automatically become finalists in the national Australia Export Awards, giving them an opportunity for recognition at a national and international level. “There are many businesses which make a […]