Australians will be able to transport themselves to vivid virtual worlds, sit front row at events and play immersive 3D games from the comfort of their lounge room when Telstra launches the new Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge alongside a futuristic headset that transforms these smartphones into virtual reality devices. The new Samsung Galaxy […]
Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash Minister for Employment Minister for Women Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Public Service Senator for Western Australia The Australian Government has today announced that the structural adjustment programme to help retrenched Queensland Nickel workers launched on 20 January 2016 will be open to all workers who have lost […]
Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation Victor Dominello today announced a major review of the NSW CTP Green Slip Scheme aimed at creating a fairer and more affordable system for road users. Mr Dominello said the current scheme, in operation since 1999, was now the least affordable in the country, with premiums increasing by 70 […]
The Andrews Labor Government has fulfilled its commitment to open 101 new beds and points of care through the $200 million Beds Rescue Fund, less than one year after they were promised. Member for Altona District and Minister for Health Jill Hennessy said the $200 million Fund had delivered 4 new critical care beds at […]
Minister for Local Government Paul Toole has announced regulations applying to the sale of properties with swimming pools to take effect from 29 April 2016. New amendments to the regulations will give home buyers of properties with swimming pools 90 days to rectify non-compliant swimming pool barriers. “While there is no substitute for vigilant adult […]
Offsetting the carbon produced by fuel use A Western Australian fishing company has been commended for becoming the world’s first seafood company to be certified as carbon neutral, by offsetting its emissions with the planting of native Australian trees. Agriculture and Food Minister Ken Baston said Austral Fisheries, based in West Leederville, would invest in […]
Applications for 2016-17 Multicultural Arts and Festivals grants funding have opened, Assistant Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Craig Laundy MP, announced today. This annual Commonwealth Government programme aims to encourage respect and a sense of belonging for Australians of allbackgrounds. With $125,000 total funding available this year, Mr Laundy said that organisations hosting events offering Australians […]
Come along and celebrate Harmony Day at Ashfield’s Carnival of Cultures 2016, taking place at Ashfield Park on Sunday 20 March, from 10am to 4pm. The Mayor of Ashfield, Lucille McKenna OAM said the Carnival is Ashfield Council’s flagship community event attracting thousands of visitors each year. “I really can’t think of a better way to celebrate […]
A member of Sydney’s Jewish community who has served the community for more than 40 years promoting multicultural and interfaith dialogue has received top honours at the 2016 Premier’s Harmony Dinner. NSW Premier Mike Baird presented the Stepan Kerkyasharian AO Harmony Award to Jeremy Jones AM at tonight’s event at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse. “Mr Jones […]
Queenslanders are encouraged to nominate now as representatives on the new Multicultural Queensland Advisory Council. The Council will advise the Minister for Multicultural Affairs on how to support a unified, harmonious and inclusive Queensland. Nominations are encouraged from people located throughout Queensland. For information or to nominate online visit www.qld.gov.au/multiculturalcouncil. Nominations close at 5pm on 29 March 2016.