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- Telecommunication
- 13/01/2025
- 16:07
Media Release – New investment in NBN welcomed by consumers
Australians stand to benefit from a $3 billion equity investment from the Federal Government in the National Broadband Network to upgrade Fibre to the…
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- Employment Relations, Human Resources
- 13/01/2025
- 15:52
Closing the Gender Gap in Technology, E-Commerce and Cyber: How Parents Can Help Shape a Better Future
[Melbourne, Vic]– As industries like technology and e-commerce evolve to embrace digital innovation, the gender gap remains a critical issue, with women significantly underrepresented in leadership and technical roles. The new Empower Her Future Program, developed by Business in Heels and powered by SEDA, is stepping in to create systemic change—and parents have a vital role to play in shaping this future. This groundbreaking gap-year initiative equips young women with the skills, confidence, and industry exposure needed to thrive in careers traditionally dominated by men. Participants graduate with a Diploma of Business and complete two-week work experience placements with leading…
- Information Technology
- 13/01/2025
- 15:40
Prestigious Scientific Event: Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025
Calling Outstanding Young Scientists in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences!HONG KONG, Jan. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global application for the Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025 (the Forum) now opens and will close on 31 March 2025. We invite applications from PhD graduates, postgraduate (PhD / Master) students, as well as undergraduate students aged 35 or below who are pursuing studies or research in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, Mathematical Sciences, or other closely related fields. Eligible applicants are encouraged to submit their applications via https://application.hklaureateforum.org/registration/.The inaugural Forum offered a world-class platform, providing an opportunity for…
- Finance Investment
- 13/01/2025
- 14:34
AFCA appoints Jonathon Hunyor to board
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) today announced the appointment of lawyer Jonathon Hunyor to its independent board, as a director with consumer experience. The appointment became effective on 1 January 2025. AFCA’s Board Chair, Professor John Pollaers OAM, said Jonathon would bring an impressive set of skills and experience to the board. “With his legal expertise and proven leadership in advancing consumer rights, Jonathon will bring a unique and valuable perspective to our mission,” he said. “He has extensive experience working with socially, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, which is extremely beneficial for our work as an ombudsman service…
- National News Current Affairs, Religion
- 13/01/2025
- 14:28
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community celebrates Australia Day across all its Mosques in Australia
Media Opportunities: LIVE interview of Australian Imams, National President, Proud Aussie Muslims, Volunteers, Youth & more. Flag Hoisting | National Anthem | Thanksgiving Speeches…
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- Animal Animal WelfareRights, Political
- 13/01/2025
- 14:23
Media Alert – Latest edition of Deborah’s Diary published
Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) Chair Deborah Tabart OAM has published her first ‘Deborah’s Diary’ for the year. In the introduction, Deborah touches on the…
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- Environment
- 13/01/2025
- 14:15
EPA ISSUES CLEAN-UP NOTICE IN RESPONSE TO MARY’S MOUNT LANDFILL FIRE
EPA ISSUES CLEAN-UP NOTICE IN RESPONSE TO MARY’S MOUNT LANDFILL FIRE The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a clean-up notice to the owner of Mary’s Mount landfill near Gunnedah, following a fire that broke out in waste cells on the site in December 2024. The clean-up notice requires the owner to engage an independent expert to establish the extent of the fire and identify hot spots within the waste cells, prepare a plan for extinguishing the fire and submit a report detailing all the damage caused by the fire. EPA Executive Director Regulatory Operations David Gathercole said the…
- Agriculture Farming Rural, Environment
- 13/01/2025
- 14:08
Pesticides in Melbourne drinking water catchment
In early September 2024, Friends of the Earth applied to Melbourne Water in a Freedom of Information request concerning detections of PFAS chemicals since 2022 and pesticides in Melbourne's drinking water supplies since 2017. After a lengthy process information was provided on the 30th of December. In terms ofPFAS there were no detections. This is partly due to Melbourne Water's third round of PFAS testing which commenced in August 2024. Prior to this date, Melbourne Water conducted PFAS testing at seven locations between 2010-11 and 2014-17. PFAS chemicals were detected at Lilydale Water Treatment Plant in 2010 and also twice…
- Business Company News
- 13/01/2025
- 12:16
Registrations open for the 14th World Chambers Congress
We are excited to announce that registrations for the 14th World Chambers Congress (14WCC) are now officially open! Dubbed the ‘Business Olympics,’ this prestigious…
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