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The Australian Workers’ Union congratulates Bill Shorten on his remarkable 30 years of service to the Australian labour movement. Bill started his career at the AWU Victorian branch in 1994 where four years later in 1998 he was elected to the position of Victorian State Secretary. In 2001 Bill became the National Secretary of the … Continued
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There shouldn’t be any doubt that independent Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) are the preferred choice for students, with the latest official data showing that 90.5% of all student enrolments in skills training study with independent RTOs. The peak body representing independent RTOs, higher education, and international education providers, the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA) … Continued
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The latest advice to the Federal Government from its own Climate Change Authority shows Australia is already cutting climate pollution using proven technologies like solar, wind, and batteries. By leaning into what we know is working we can grow jobs in new industries and reach net zero by 2040, the Authority says. … Continued
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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties will hold the first public hearing today for its inquiry into the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction. The agreement closes gaps in the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity … Continued
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MARITIME UNION OF AUSTRALIA PADDY CRUMLIN MUA NATIONAL SECRETARYCFMEU NATIONAL PRESIDENT STATEMENT 5 SEPTEMBER 2024 MUA to join and fund High Court challenge to CFMEU Construction administration laws The Maritime Union of Australia will join other trade unions in funding a High Court challenge against the Federal Government’s unjustified, chaotic and reckless decision … Continued
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s part of its inquiry into the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water will travel to Brisbane to hear from representatives of the Queensland Government, the heavy vehicle industry, EV manufacturers and experts in battery technologies. The Committee will hold a half day of public … Continued
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The first month of the National Housing Accord saw new home building approvals hit a 14-month high, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Master Builders Australia welcomed the news today, particularly the strong uplift in higher density home approvals but warned more work is needed to reach the 1.2 million target. Chief … Continued
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is giving taxpayers some simple steps to help avoid an unexpected tax bill next tax time. Assistant Commissioner Rob Thomson said there are many reasons that a taxpayer may end up with a bill at tax time. ‘There are a number of factors that impact your tax assessment. In simple terms, if … Continued
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This week, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Honourable Milton Dick MP will be in Victoria, as part of the Parliament in Schools program. Students will learn about federation, democracy and the Australian Parliament, as well as hear first-hand from the Speaker and their local member on what a typical day looks like in their electorate and when … Continued
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Australia’s independent Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that deliver high-quality training to international students face an existential threat due to the Australian Government’s failure to provide clear and consistent guidance concerning the international education sector’s future. The Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA) is warning that business closures and job losses are the direct result. … Continued
