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- Energy
- 16/05/2025
- 15:18
Victorian Transmission Plan gives communities some certainty, but engagement is key
For immediate release, 16 May 2025 Victorian rural and regional communities have more certainty about the shift torenewables, with the release of the draft Victorian Transmission Plan – but more engagement is needed. The Victorian Government’s draft Transmission Plan, released today, is a 15-25 year plan for what Victoria's Renewable Energy Zones and transmission could be. The Renewable Energy Alliance (RE-Alliance), an independent not-for-profit working for more than a decade with regional communities at the centre of the shift torenewables, says this plan could offer some much-needed certainty for Victorians. RE-Alliance National Director Andrew Bray said: “What we hear from…
- Energy
- 16/05/2025
- 15:18
TALENT AVAILABLE: Victoria releases its blueprint for a secure and sustainable energy future
Friday May 16, 2025 The Victorian Government has released its first big plan for getting more of the state’s energy from renewable sources like wind and solar. The Victorian Transmission Plan (VTP) – currently in draft form and open for public consultation – is VicGrid’s long-term strategy to make sure the right infrastructure is in the right place at the right time. It’s an essential plan as dirty, unreliable, costly coal-fired power stations close down and more renewable power is needed to keep electricity affordable, reliable, secure and sustainable for everyone. The plan identifies seven proposed regions (collectively covering 7…
- Government Federal, Taxation
- 16/05/2025
- 15:04
Former EY partner and tax agent banned for tax evasion
A formerEY partner, Mr Peter Mark White, from Sydney, has had their tax agent registration terminated for misconduct and has been banned for 5 years from seeking registration with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB). Mr White is the sole director of an associated company, Albus Advisory Pty Ltd, that also had its tax agent registration terminated with the maximum 5-year ban being applied. The TPB found Mr White’s misconduct to be serious, deliberate and dishonest, involving multiple breaches of the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 and the Code of Professional Conduct. This resulted in a finding of Mr White no…
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- Education Training, Employment Relations
- 16/05/2025
- 14:50
Industry body welcomes govt. ‘continuity’
A leading peak body for higher education has welcomed the continuity within the new Albanese government ministry. The Australian Higher Education Industrial Association (AHEIA) as a key employer association for Australia’s world-class universities, looks forward to continuing to work constructively with the government. This is particularly in areas of reform such as fixed-term contracts and casual employment, to ensure that our institutions continue to drive national productivity and prosperity. “It was especially pleasing to see continuity for the sector, with Minister Jason Clare remaining at the helm of education. Our universities face both significant challenges and enormous opportunities. Minister Clare’s…
- Energy, Government NSW
- 16/05/2025
- 13:29
Gas disconnections set to get cheaper in NSW under pricing changes
Gas disconnections set to get cheaper in NSW under pricing changes Getting off gas for good is set to become far cheaper in NSW, while households sticking with it will be worse off as they absorb the disconnection costs. The Australian Energy Regulator has released its decision on the Jemena Gas Network’s 2025-2030 access arrangements, including the cost of permanent disconnections. Under the agreement, the cost of permanent disconnection will go from over $1,100 to just $250. Jemena will still receive a disconnection fee of over $1,200, but the remaining costs will be spread out among the remaining gas network…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 16/05/2025
- 13:17
On this weekend – Memory Walk & Jog Melbourne!
The 2025 Melbourne Memory Walk & Jog is upon us, with the much-anticipated event taking place this weekend on Sunday 18 May at Princes Park, Carlton North. Starting at 7:30am, we welcome everyone in the Melbourne community to join fellow participants as they walk, jog or run for better brain health and to help raise money in support of people living with dementia, their families and carers. Join MC’s Woody Whitelaw and Takaya Honda for a wonderful fun, family friendly day out. More than 2,260 people have already signed-up to take part – but there’s always room for more with…
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- Local Government
- 16/05/2025
- 12:43
North Sydney Council’s SRV Application Not Approved by IPART
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has not approved North Sydney Council’s application for a Special Rate Variation (SRV). Council had sought an increase of 45% in 2025/26 and 29% in 2026/27 to repair Council’s financial position, maintain existing services, fund the renewal of ageing infrastructure, and deliver strategic priorities for the changing and growing population. The timing of Council’s special rate variation application was critical. Liquidity pressures because of the North Sydney Olympic Pool project have reduced renewal of infrastructure and depleted internal reserves. Restoring Council’s liquidity must be Council’s first priority. While disappointed, Council respects IPART’s decision…
- Information Technology
- 16/05/2025
- 12:25
AI-Media Showcases Translation Innovation with LEXI Voice at KOBA and Broadcast Asia 2025
SYDNEY, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AI-Media (ASX: AIM), global leader in AI-powered language solutions, is set to make a major impact across Asia this May with its participation at two leading industry events: KOBA 2025 in Seoul, Korea, and Broadcast Asia 2025, part of Asia Tech x Singapore."Asia is a critical growth market for AI-Media," said Tony Abrahams, Chief Executive Officer at AI-Media. "We're excited to bring our latest innovations, including LEXI Voice, to KOBA and Broadcast Asia, and to demonstrate how our solutions are making global accessibility and multilingual engagement a reality for broadcasters, event producers, and…
- CharitiesAidWelfare
- 16/05/2025
- 12:20
Tour d’Horse Surpasses $1 Million in Donations- One Ride from the Finish Line
As Tour d’Horse enters its final stages, riders are mounting up for Day Five – proudly supported by Newgate, one of Australia’s premier thoroughbred…
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