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- Finance Investment
- 23/10/2024
- 15:10
Cbus Super statement regarding IMF report – Attacks on preservation a threat to market stability and worker savings
Cbus Super has welcomed the increasing recognition from the RBA and IMF of superannuation’s systemic role in the Australian economy, and the reminder of the risks to workers’ savings and national productivity posed by radical policy change. Having a local pool of patient capital has been a significant national advantage during times of economic stress and crisis. Super funds have helped recapitalise businesses during the GFC and Covid-19 pandemic. Cbus Chair Wayne Swan said the recent IMF statements on liquidity highlights the risks of cracking the system open and how workers and the economy benefit if the preservation principle remains…
- Government TAS, Union
- 23/10/2024
- 14:44
LAUNCESTON BUS DRIVERS TO STOP WORK FOR ONE HOUR TOMORROW
Bus drivers will step up their industrial actions on the Metro Tasmania network from tomorrow, with a one-hour work stoppage to affect services in Launceston TOMORROW (Thursday 24 October). Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) Tasmania Secretary Byron Cubit said Launceston bus drivers would stop work for one hour between 1.03pm and 2.03pm, bringing lunch time services to a halt. “Bus drivers are frustrated with the offer from Metro that’s on the table, which is effectively an 18-month pay freeze before the next pay rise kicks in,” Mr Cubit said. “It is disappointing that drivers feel they need to escalate…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 23/10/2024
- 14:43
Dementia Australia supports Bridgetown & Nannup
Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Bridgetown and Nannup between 6 and 8 November. It is estimated there are more than 40,500 people living with all forms of dementia in Western Australia. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to almost 87,000 people living with dementia by 2054. These Dementia Australia sessions are an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education to better understand dementia and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia…
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- Government VIC, Local Government
- 23/10/2024
- 13:59
Surge in candidate pledges shows “Better Buses” a key issue in Melbourne’s local council elections
In a rare show of major cross-party solidarity, Over 90 candidates in Melbourne’s council elections have pledged their support for the “Better Buses” campaign, demonstrating that better buses are a key issue for voters. In a survey sent out by the Sustainable Cities collective, who have been campaigning for better buses in the west for the past 3 years, a Labor candidate for Melton City Council (unendorsed), spoke to their experience of “Having had to pay up for Ubers because buses are running too infrequently, walking long distances to get to the closest bus stop and being turned away because…
- Transport Automotive
- 23/10/2024
- 13:57
Australian rail industry moves towards national standards
The rail industry has released important research outlining the case for consistent national standards which could save billions of dollars by supporting a more efficient, safer and productive industry. The Harmonisation of Rail Standards Research Report outlines several initiatives to streamline standards, technologies and processes for operating the rail network. The report was jointly funded by the Australasian Railway Association (ARA), National Transport Commission (NTC), Office of National Rail Industry Coordination (ONRIC) and the Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB) and prepared by GHD Advisory. It proposes a national body to oversee the development of a National Rail Standards…
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- Aviation
- 23/10/2024
- 13:34
SAFETY CHECKS AT NSW AND QUEENSLAND AERODROMES
Residents of communities in New South Wales and Queensland may see an aircraft flying unusually low next week as the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carries out important flight path safety checks. The checks are being conducted by CASA to make sure instrument procedure flight paths at various aerodromes operate safely. CASA regulations require that the approach procedures are checked every five years to confirm their ongoing safety. The checks will be carried out from Friday 1 November at the following aerodromes: 1-Nov SHELLHARBOUR WILLIAMTOWN PORT MACQUARIE 2-Nov BALLINA LISMORE BROMELTON GOLD COAST 3-Nov BRISBANE ARCHERFIELD AMBERLEY GOLD COAST 4-Nov…
- Information Technology
- 23/10/2024
- 12:10
BlackBerry Partners with ISC2 to Advance Cybersecurity Skills in Malaysia
Malaysia's Cybersecurity Center of Excellence marks first six months, expands Cybersecurity Curriculum with more globally-certified training programs to help upskill cyber professionals in ASEAN KUALA LUMPUR / ACCESSWIRE / October 23, 2024 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) has announced a new partnership with The International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2), the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, to deliver its globally recognized cybersecurity training and certifications in Malaysia. In support of the Malaysian Government's ongoing efforts to boost digital skills, capacity and cyber-resilience, the courses are now offered as part of the BlackBerry Cybersecurity Curriculum at the world-class…
- National News Current Affairs, Religion
- 23/10/2024
- 12:00
VOICES FOR PEACE UNITE AT WOMEN’S SYMPOSIUM IN CANBERRA
The Women’s Auxiliary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (ACT Chapter) will hold its annual peace symposium, Voices for Peace: Empowering Women to Shape Society, at 11:00 AM on Sunday, 3 November 2024, at the Flynn Community Hub in Canberra. The symposium will highlight the crucial role of women in fostering peace and societal harmony, especially amid rising global tensions. It will feature inspiring talks, discussions, and personal stories to showcase how women’s leadership is essential in bridging divides and driving positive change. Among the distinguished speakers are: Chiou See Andersen, President, National Council for Women Australia Joslyn Eeades-Tass National Aboriginal…
- Energy, Information Technology
- 23/10/2024
- 11:55
AI driving data centres to the edge
In the past year, artificial intelligence (AI) has surged forward like a digital renaissance, echoing the rapid and transformative rise of the Internet in…
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