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The federal government’s decision to delay its essential aged care reforms in this budget threatens access to quality and dignified care for older Australians today and for the future, said Catholic Health Australia. The peak body, representing 350 Catholic not-for-profit aged care facilities, said the government is failing to implement the recommendations of the Aged … Continued
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The most significant outcome of the draft International Education and Skills Strategic Framework released by the Australian Government will be job losses across the international education sector. That’s the assessment of the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers. Although there are … Continued
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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties (JSCOT) will hold a public hearing for its inquiry into the Agreement between the Government of Australia and the Government of the United States of America on Technology Safeguards Associated with United States Participation in Space Launches from Australia. The treaty aligns with Australia’s national interest to develop a space launch sector … Continued
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MEDIA STATEMENT 11 May 2024 We welcome the certainty that the proposed International Education and Skills Strategic Framework could bring to what is currently a challenging and uncertain situation for our international students, who bring cultural diversity to Australia and make a vital contribution to our workforce. The focus on skills needs in areas such … Continued
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The national youth housing campaign, Home Time, has welcomed the decision by Federal Housing and Homelessness Minister Julie Collins to dedicate the $1 billion National Housing Infrastructure Facility (NHIF) to the creation of new housing for young people, as well as women and their children escaping violence. $700 million will be available as direct grants … Continued
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International Justice Mission (IJM) Australia has welcomed the Government’s announcement today of a Joint Parliamentary Select Committee into the impact and influence of social media. The scope of the inquiry is to include harmful or illegal content disseminated over social media, including scams, and child sexual abuse material. IJM Australia Country Director David Braga welcomed … Continued
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Last week, specialists from across Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) jurisdictions delivered crypto asset investigation training to over 50 members of Australia’s Serious Financial Crime Taskforce (SFCT). This collaboration between the J5 and SFCT comes at a critical time, as crypto assets are increasingly utilised in criminal activities, including to launder the proceeds … Continued
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Friday 10 May is Do It For Dolly Day, a national day in memory of Dolly Everett who tragically took her own life, aged 14, due to ongoing bullying and cyberbullying. Do It For Dolly Day is dedicated to bringing the community together by spreading kindness, raising awareness and vital funds, and GOING BLUE TO … Continued
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Overnight, the Federal Government has announced a $90.6 million investment to boost the number of skilled workers in the construction and housing sector, including a $1.8 million measure to streamline skills assessments for around 1,900 potential migrants from countries with comparable qualifications who want to work in Australia’s construction and housing sector, and prioritise the … Continued
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The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) is preparing to host its much-anticipated 8th annual Highly Accomplished and Lead teacher (HALT) Summit on 9 and 10 May in Sydney. This year’s HALT Summit is bigger than ever, bringing together esteemed educators and education representatives from all over Australia. The HALT Summit is a … Continued
