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Australian Government Construction Skills Training Boost Welcome

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The Australian Government’s funding announcement which is designed boost the number of skilled workers in the construction and housing sectors.  has been welcomed by the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers. This announcement includes an $88.8 million commitment for fee-free places in … Continued

Queensland Government Deaf to People of Faith

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7 May 2024 – For Immediate Release   Queensland Government Deaf to People of Faith   Detailed and genuine concerns expressed by faith leaders, and supported by Christian schools, have been dismissed by the Premier and Queensland Government according to reports in the media today. The letter to the Premier earlier this month, supported by … Continued

PRESS CONFERENCE REPORT – Unity Over Division: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Perth Invites Dialogue And Counters Ignorance with Education and Dialogue

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Post Event News Report:  For the Audio/Video/Transcript of the press conference CLICK HERE Perth, 07/05/2024 – In response to recent reports and social media discussions regarding the tragic knife attack and the misuse of sacred Islamic terms, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Perth hosted a press conference today to address the growing concerns of public. Imam … Continued

Somerville House Empowering Internationally Minded Citizens

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Somerville House is delighted to announce that we have applied to enter the candidacy phase for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre-Prep to Year 6 students and Diploma Programme (DP) as an alternative pathway for Year 11 and 12 students.   IB is a global leader in international education – developing … Continued

Action on sexual violence still on hold

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The peak body for specialist sexual assault and harmful sexual behaviour services is disappointed that today’s budget does not deliver the urgent change needed on sexual violence. We asked the government for an initial investment of $9 million to deliver: No funding for the overdue sexual violence strategy Kathleen Maltzahn, SASVic CEO, says, “Sexual assault … Continued

BUDGET STATEMENT: Vasey RSL Care Disappointed by Funding Setback for Bundoora Affordable Housing Project

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Despite fervent efforts, Vasey RSL Care is disappointed at not securing funding for the Bundoora Affordable Housing Project in Tuesday’s Victorian State Budget.   While understanding the complexities of the budget process and the multitude of worthy projects vying for support, Vasey RSL Care stresses the urgent need to address the critical gap in housing … Continued

IEU welcomes paid practicum for teachers

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The union representing staff in Queensland and Northern Territory non-government schools has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement to reduce the financial burden on student teachers by introducing government payment during a practicum. Independent Education Union – Queensland and Northern Territory (IEU-QNT) Branch Secretary Terry Burke said the move follows long-running advocacy from our union for … Continued