WA government

The government of Western Australia’s 2019-20 State Budget, set to be handed down on May 9, includes an additional $8 million on top of the $4.7m already funded for shark hazard mitigation initiatives using technology such as drones. The funding boost will see Surf Life Saving WA helicopter, drone, beach and jet ski patrols continue … Continue reading WA invested in scientific shark hazard mitigation strategy →

The WA Government will transform the existing Ocean Reef Boat Harbour into a world-class waterfront precinct, creating hundreds of jobs in the northern suburbs. Delivering on an election commitment to kick-start the development, the McGowan Government has committed $120 million over the life of the project and will see the long-awaited transformation finally get underway. … Continue reading Ocean Reef Marina project to see creation of “hundred of jobs”: WA Government →

The WA state government will be increasing penalties for workplace safety offences to bring Western Australia into line with other States and ensure penalties better reflect the importance of a safe workplace. In a press report, the WA government stated that the amendments will increase penalties for businesses which commit safety offences under the Occupational Health … Continue reading McGowan Government to increase penalties for workplace safety offences →

In a statement released by the state government of WA, it says that more than 1,500 Western Australians will be missing out on long-term jobs after the Federal Coalition Government declined the State’s funding application for two important irrigation projects from the National Water Infrastructure Development Fund. According to the WA government, the two projects … Continue reading More than 1500 to miss out on jobs with Fed snub: WA government →

Datacom has been named one of three successful suppliers to deliver Western Australia’s (WA) new GovNext-ICT initiative alongside NEC and ATOS, according to ARN. The multi-billion GovNext-ICT programme means that Datacom will assist the state government to change from an owner and operator of ICT infrastructure to a consumer of ICT services. The new contract … Continue reading Datacom wins big with Western Australian ICT deal →