More than 90 per cent of councils said connectivity would be lost during an emergency.
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Committee established to probe ‘forever chemicals’ in environment, consumer goods
A parliamentary select committee will inquire into the health and environmental impacts of PFAS chemicals.
Queenslanders want more renewables: survey
Most Queenslanders believe the state needs to quickly bring more renewable energy online, according to a poll.
Queensland goes cap-in-hand for funding to support planned Metro expansion
The Queensland government has unveiled plans for the expansion of the Brisbane Metro public transport system.
Report warns outer Melbourne Councils face rising financial pressure
LGAs in Melbourne’s outer suburbs will face rising costs to meet the needs of growing communities, a report warns.
AI disclosure becomes mandatory for APS
Government agencies will have to publicly disclose all use of artificial intelligence from September 1.
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.
Green light for world’s largest solar precinct in NT
The federal government has approved what will be the world’s largest solar precinct in the Northern Territory.
Mark McGowan to chair Frontier Energy
Former WA Premier Mark McGowan has been appointed non-executive chairman of Frontier Energy.
South East Water to deploy one million IoT smart meters
One million narrowband internet-connected digital meters will be deployed across South East Water’s 27,000km water pipe network.