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Tonight, our members were seeking a Budget that supports the very businesses who have the opportunity to boost economic growth, bring down inflation and build for all Australians but are currently hamstrung by their capacity and increasing costs to deliver, said Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn. “The Federal Budget has finally recognised the importance … Continued
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Media release | Tuesday 14 May, 2024 The Australian Workers’ Union has tonight strongly endorsed the Albanese Government’s second budget, which the union has characterised as relief for Australian workers today and an exciting future for Australian workers tomorrow. “This forward-looking and compassionate Labor budget is a breath of fresh air compared to the sloppy, … Continued
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The Construction, Forestry, Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) has backed federal budget measures to help more apprentices and women forge careers in construction. Building and construction apprentices will have access to $5000 to help them complete training, while employers will be eligible for the same amount to subsidise costs. The Building Women’s Careers program will spend … Continued
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The 2024 Federal Budget has some great investment to address workforce skills shortages but represents a missed opportunity to put students at the heart of the skills training system. That’s the view of the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers. “The … Continued
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Data released today by Medical Deans Australia and New Zealand (Medical Deans) revealed a growing interest from medical graduates in pursuing a career as a Rural Generalist. The discipline jumped to rank as the 6th highest choice for the Australian medical students who graduated in 2023, with 7 per cent of respondents to Medical Dean’s … Continued
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The federal government is expected to provide more detail on its Future Made in Australia plan when Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers the 2024-25 federal budget today. The plan is designed to revitalise local manufacturing by turbocharging clean manufacturing, industry and energy such as solar and wind. As well as outlining government support for specific, local … Continued
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There is increasing pessimism that today’s federal budget will move the student loan tax, resulting in thousands of students having a student debt higher than necessary according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers. “The current tax on learning, charged … Continued
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Monash Experts: Federal budget Monday 13 May, 2024 Monash University experts are available to discuss issues relating to the federal budget, to be handed down by Treasurer the Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP on Tuesday 14 May. CLIMATE CHANGE Kylie Turner, Sustainable Economies Lead, Climateworks Centre Contact: (Bri Hudson) +61 492 … Continued
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MEDIA RELEASE: EMBARGOED until Monday 13 May, 2024 New research from the Australia Institute has found that state and federal governments provided $14.5 billion in subsidies to fossil fuel producers and major consumers in 2023-24 – the equivalent of $27,581 for every minute of every day, or $540 for every person in Australia. The analysis finds that over the forward estimates the Federal Government … Continued
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11 May 2024 The Federal Government has today given new home building across the housing spectrum a much-needed funding boost said Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn. “The key to solving the housing crisis: supply, supply, supply. “We know whether it’s social and community housing, rentals or owner-occupiers, there is not enough supply to house … Continued
