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- Crime, Education Training
- 14/02/2025
- 15:01
Union condemns “claim farmers” for sexual abuse scam against innocent teachers
14 February 2025 The union representing teachers and support staff in non-government schools welcomes the crackdown on fraudulent compensation claims for historical sexual abuse. Several people have been charged over an alleged scheme to make fraudulent compensation claims against the NSW Department of Education and the NSW Department of Communities and Justice for historical child sexual abuse. The individuals arrested by detectives from Strike Force Veritas allegedly targeted adults who were former young offenders, inmates and school students. They were then encouraged to file fraudulent compensation claims for historical abuse while in care. Prospective claimants were coached on how to…
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- Building Construction, Manufacturing
- 13/02/2025
- 10:15
AGWA Calls for Government Action Against Cheap Imports to Prevent Further Erosion of Local Manufacturing
The Australian Glass and Window Association (AGWA) has warned of serious consequences for Australia’s building sector and national housing supply targets unless more is done to protect the domestic glass and window industry from the effects of cheap imports. The caution follows the appointment of an administrator toDandenong-based Oceania Glass, Australia’s only local producer of architectural glass. The company, which employs 260 people, has been a cornerstone of Australian manufacturing for 170 years. ClintonSkeoch, CEO of AGWA, said the Oceania Glass situation underscores the ongoing threats the industry is facing from cheap imported products and global trade uncertainties. “Australia’s $6…
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- Building Construction, Government Federal
- 12/02/2025
- 13:09
Builders welcome review of stringent lending rules
12 February 2025 The review announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers into regulations around lending practices for first home buyers and developers is a welcome step for all involved in the building and construction industry and supply chain. The announcement confirmed that the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority and Australian Securities & Investments Commission will soon launch consultations and implement changes to help unlock more finance from the banks. Master Builders Australia has long called for measures to encourage banks and other financial institutions to take a more realistic and sensible approach to lending and financing practices. Bank lending practices have significant…
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