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New data shows Australia’s charity sector grows – consistent with greater demand for services

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New official data shows a rise in charity sector revenue and staff, which the national regulator says is consistent with greater community demand for services. The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has published the 11th edition of the Australian Charities Report. ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM said the report demonstrates the significant contribution charities … Continued

Fortude unlocks second Microsoft solutions partner designation in Azure Digital & App Innovation

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Singapore, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fortude has announced its second Microsoft Solutions Partner designation, ‘Azure Digital and App Innovation’ in addition to Data and AI. This recognition demonstrates the company’s deep technical expertise and proven success in delivering transformative solutions using Microsoft technologies. The Solutions Partner designation is awarded to companies that meet … Continued

AI-powered trade, innovation deepen China-ASEAN ties

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NANNING, China, June 3, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/ — Vietnamese truckers, armed with AI-enabled gadgets that provide real-time navigation and safety tips, deftly maneuvered their way into China through Friendship Pass in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Meanwhile, several kilometers away at a buzzing e-commerce industrial park, Southeast Asian live streamers passionately engaged with their viewers, churning out … Continued

Supporting Regional Integration with Payment Services: UnionPay Attends the First ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Forum

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SHANGHAI, June 3, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– From May 27 to 28, the ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Forum 2025 was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Mr. Dong Junfeng, Chairman of China UnionPay and UnionPay International, was invited to attend the Forum, including the lunch co-hosted by Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, and Mr. Ren … Continued

Breaking New Ground in Innovation, Setting Sail from Hong Kong — A Preview of the International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference

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GUANGZHOU, China, Jun. 3, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/ — From June 6 to 7, 2025, the International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum (ISTIF) of Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) will make its inaugural appearance in Hong Kong. Jointly hosted by the BFA and the HKSAR Government, the Forum will be held under the theme “Transitioning Towards the Future: Powered by Science and … Continued

Anglicare Sydney comments on FWC minimum wage decision

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Commenting on today’s decision by the Fair Work Commission to increase the National Minimum Wage and all modern award minimum wage rates by 3.5 per cent, effective from 1 July 2025, Simon Miller, CEO of Anglicare Sydney said: “Today’s decision to increase the minimum wage at above inflation is a welcome development for Australians struggling … Continued

CIFTIS 2025: Spotlight on New Technologies, Achievements, and Applications from Leading Enterprises

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BEIJING, June 3, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– The 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS 2025) held a diplomatic and representative exchange event on May 28 in Beijing. Piao Xuedong, Director-General of the Beijing Municipal Commerce Bureau, stated that CIFTIS 2025 will extend broad invitations to foreign government agencies, international organizations, and representative enterprises in … Continued

CIFTIS 2025: Australia to Mount Largest-Ever Exhibition as Country of Honor

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BEIJING, June 3, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– The “Executive Talk on Service Trade — Country of Honor: Australia” interview event was held on May 28 as part of the preparations for the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS 2025). Iannis Patin, Commercial Counsellor at the Australian Embassy in China, announced that Australia will serve as the … Continued

More than 1 in 4 young people confuse controlling behaviours in a relationship as ‘healthy boundaries’. New Campaign launches with interactive tools and celebrity support.

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Sharing social media logins. Kissing and touching. Sharing your location. Going on a date with someone new. Being told what to wear (or not to wear). What’s OK and not OK when it comes to setting boundaries in a relationship?   Navigating relationships can be tricky, and new data released today shows more than a quarter … Continued