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See what’s in new laws to restrict social media

By Daniel Angus The Federal Government today introduced into parliament legislation for its social media ban for people under 16 years. Communications Minister Michelle

Harrison to guide construction industry blueprint

A former Deputy President of the Australian Industrial Relations Commission has been selected to deliver a plan to reform the building and construction industry. Federal

Ticketing companies to front parliamentary inquiry

Event ticketing companies are set to front a Federal parliamentary committee to answer questions raised in recent media reports on ticket pricing. The House of

Claims GDP is an outdated measure of policy impact

Scientists are urging governments to ditch GDP as an indicator of policy success and adopt a more wholistic measure of the health of an economy. A research paper out of

A cybercrime reported every six minutes in Australia

Australians reported cybercrimes at a rate of one every six minutes over the past year. The annual Australian Signals Directorate’s (ASD) Cyber Threat Report has shown

Cap-free cleaning and gardening support for elderly

Older Australians will be able to access unlimited gardening and cleaning support next year under changes to a Federal Government initiative. Aged Care Minister Anika

$40m boost to Toowoomba mining tech manufacturer

A Toowoomba company is the first to benefit from a Federal Government program to boost sovereign manufacturing capabilities. Russell Mineral Equipment (RME) has secured

Skills-based qualifications to drive future jobs growth

Nearly all the jobs that will drive employment growth in Australia over the next decade will need more than a high school qualification. The 2024 Jobs and Skills Report

Government prepares cash mandate for business

The Federal Government will determine next year which businesses will be required by law to continue to accept cash in an increasingly digital world. Federal Treasurer

Strathpine set to be a hub of student activity

The Moreton Bay suburb of Strathpine will be home to one of the first Suburban University Study Hubs (SUSHs) in Australia. The centre, 20km north of Brisbane, will be

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