NSW Premier Mike Baird today announced condolence books would be placed at public locations across NSW so residents can pay tribute to the victims of flight MH17. “This has been an unspeakable tragedy, devastating families and communities in our State and across the nation,” Mr Baird said. “Our grief is compounded when we learn of […]
Mines and Petroleum Minister Bill Marmion says Western Australia should build on its world-leading resources technology to take a major role in the global uranium industry. “We have seen competitor nations expand their energy mining sectors and now, with Australia home to one-third of the world’s known reserves, it’s time we embraced a leadership role […]
NSW Premier Mike Baird has offered his deepest condolences to everyone affected by the Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 disaster. “I offer my thoughts and prayers to the families and loved ones of those on board the Malaysia Airlines flight,” Mr Baird said “This is a shocking and terrible tragedy which will be felt right across […]
NSW Fair Trading Minister Matthew Mason-Cox today took his warning about scams direct to consumers in Sydney’s Northmead, opening a scam awareness seminar at the Northmead Bowling and Recreation Club. “Scammers target people of all backgrounds, ages and income levels with online, mail, door- to-door and telephone scams,’’ said Mr Mason-Cox. “Information sessions such as […]
· $34 million for major mental health upgrade at Werribee Mercy Hospital · More than 100 construction jobs and 30 additional clinical jobs in Werribe · Largest ever boost to mental health in the Melbourne’s west The Victorian Coalition Government is investing $34 million in the construction of the Werribee Mercy mental health expansion project – […]
In a major boost for the tourism industry, the first Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to Western Australia will land at Perth International Airport today. Acting Tourism Minister John Day said the airline, which has been named the World’s Leading Airline at the World Travel Awards for the past five years, would offer a […]
NSW Fair Trading Minister Matthew Mason-Cox today urged owners of ethanol fireplaces to be vigilant this winter following reports of several incidents involving ethanol fireplaces in Queensland. “The Queensland Office of Fair Trading has launched an investigation into the safety of ethanol fireplaces after several serious incidents involving people suffering severe burns,” he said. “The […]
· 30-level, 229-apartment residential tower approved for Yarra’s Edge in Docklands · Design invigorates waterfront precinct and provides a striking skyline addition · Reflects Plan Melbourne initiative to direct housing growth to CBD areas A $100 million, 100-metre high apartment building has been approved for Docklands, becoming the first tower in the prime riverside Bolte Precinct. Planning Minister […]
NSW Fair Trading Minister Matthew Mason-Cox has released the results of NSW Fair Trading’s recent compliance audit targeting the trust accounts of real estate agents across the State. Mr Mason-Cox said Fair Trading received 506 qualified audits for the 2012/13 financial year with 51 matters referred for further investigation and 83 warnings issued to agents. […]
NSW Fair Trading Minister Matthew Mason-Cox today said Fair Trading raided two Sydney CBD retail sites and one Western Sydney warehouse last Friday, after a tip-off that they were dealing in counterfeit cosmetics, including the world renowned Mac brand. Mr Mason-Cox said more than 8,000 counterfeit products have been seized as a result of the […]