Minister for Multicultural Affairs Robin Scott today announced a new advisory group that will support the Andrews Labor Government’s efforts to strengthen social cohesion in Victoria. The Social Cohesion and Community Resilience Advisory Group will help address economic and social disengagement that may lead to individual or community isolation, anti-social behaviour or violent extremism. The […]
Queensland’s vibrant multicultural community will for the first time have guaranteed recurrent funding to promote the State’s harmony and diversity. Community organisations and local councils across Queensland will be able to apply for a share of $1 million in State Government grants to stage events and projects that celebrate and promote multiculturalism. Multicultural Affairs […]
Plans for the New M5 are picking up pace with the Australian and NSW governments today announcing a key tunnelling location for the New M5 on government owned land at Arncliffe, minimising impact on local residents. The site will be located on Roads and Maritime Services and Rockdale City Council land, currently used by Kogarah […]
Minister for Emergency Services David Elliott today thanked 31 emergency services workers who are flying to Vancouver to help fight Canada’s wildfires. Personnel from the NSW Rural Fire Service, Fire & Rescue NSW, Forestry Corporation and the National Parks and Wildlife Service are among a national contingent of 102 emergency services workers who left […]
The Andrews Labor Government is providing $450,000 for a new grants program, so multicultural media outlets across Victoria can upgrade equipment and technology. The grants will enable media outlets to upgrade their equipment to meet modern technology standards, ensuring the delivery of high-quality news and information to more readers, listeners and viewers. The Andrews Labor […]
Minister for Primary Industries, Niall Blair, has welcomed the release of a series of draft recommendations, which outline proposed changes to ensure the long-term sustainability and viability of the commercial fishing industry in NSW. The independent Structural Adjustment Review Committee (SARC) is writing to all commercial fishing businesses in NSW, with each fisher receiving […]
Reaching a major milestone, the Liberal National Government has this week completed delivery of 20,000 affordable homes across Western Australia since 2010. The Government committed to at least 20,000 homes by 2020 under its ‘Opening Doors’ Affordable Housing Strategy. Premier Colin Barnett today announced a new target of 30,000 affordable homes by 2020. […]
Improving the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders; preventing serious respiratory diseases in children; and understanding fungal disease resistance in crops are just some of the research activities being undertaken by the finalists in the 2015 Premier’s Science Awards. Premier and Science Minister Colin Barnett today announced the 13 finalists representing a broad cross-section […]
Minister for Primary Industries, Niall Blair, has welcomed the release of a series of draft recommendations, which outline proposed changes to ensure the long-term sustainability and viability of the commercial fishing industry in NSW. The independent Structural Adjustment Review Committee (SARC) is writing to all commercial fishing businesses in NSW, with each fisher receiving […]
The Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) welcomes the appointment of a new Chairperson, well-known media personality Helen Kapalos. An accomplished journalist, presenter, executive producer and filmmaker, Helen Kapalos is a passionate Victorian who is deeply involved with the community, and brings a personal perspective to leading cultural diversity in the state. “This is a meaningful new […]