Review into Higher Education Provider Category Standards will be commenced to ensure quality education from universities and non-university providers. It will also ensure that this education sector has the capacity to meet the evolving needs of students, employers, and the wider community. “It’s imp
NSW beaches are the cleanest they have ever been in nearly a decade, according to the recent Beachwatch report. The report revealed that for the first time since 2010, 85 per cent of NSW swimming sites have been rated as ‘good’ or ‘very good’. The annual Beachwatch report informs the community with
The Invictus Games for the wounded, injured and ill service men and women will open in Sydney this weekend. The international sports event will commence from 20 to 27 October 2018, and will attract 500 competitors from 18 countries. The Opening Ceremony will be held on 20 October at the Sydney Opera
An inquiry will be made to address Australia’s status as the third most expensive G20 country to send money overseas. The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) will focus on sending money overseas and buying foreign cash, and the foreign currency conversion services with the big four b
At least 60 popular dining spots in Newtown have be audited by the Fair Work Ombudsman this week. Cafes, restaurants and take away businesses around King Street, Newtown have been audited by Fair Work Inspectors to ensure fair pay. “Inspectors are speaking with King Street employers, managers and em
According to the NSW Government, NSW residents have saved around $200 million this calendar year through various cost of living measure initiatives. The initiatives under the Cost of Living Service include Free Rego, Active Kids Vouchers, and CTP refunds. From 2018, cost of living rebates have been
The new $50 banknote will be in general circulation in Australia from 18 October 2018. The improved banknote has been created with upgraded security features to tackle counterfeits, and four tactile dots for the blind and visually-impaired. The anti-counterfeit technology embedded into the new bankn
From 1 October, casual workers may ask for permanent positions if they have worked that job for 12 consecutive months. Fair Work Commission has announced that casuals who have worked a regular shift with regular hours for at least one year may apply for a permanent position, that is to be seriously
Major fuel retailers are getting blamed for soaring petrol prices as the premium fuel prices reached $1.90 in most capital cities last weekend. According to the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC), Australian motorists are paying three cents a litre more than standard. “In our view,
The construction industry in Australia experienced the fastest growth of any industry in the June quarter 2018 according to the new figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Overall, the number of filled jobs grew by 0.8 per cent or 117,000, with the construction industry increa
The driverless Navya shuttle at the Sydney Olympic Park has started its first trial, as it will deliver passengers with free rides until the end of 2018. The driverless shuttle is electric and self-guiding. It has the capacity to carry up to 12 passengers and travel up to 40 kilometres per hour.Also
Queensland was recorded as the most popular destination for Australians moving from other states, according to the new population figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). In the year to end of March Quarter 2018, Queensland recorded a net interstate migration gain of 24,000 peo
The new minimum standard for NSW renters will ensure no rent increases for periods less than 12 months. Included in the new set of standards, renters will also be able to make minor alterations to their home, and have basic access to electricity and gas, adequate natural or artificial lighting, vent
Reports of celebrity endorsement scams have increased by 400 per cent in 2018 according to the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC). Reports of losses have also increased by 3,800 per cent in 2018. This has totaled to more than $142,000. “The growth in these scams is very concerning,
New sentencing laws will be enforced in NSW to drive down reoffenders and ensure community safety. Stronger Intensive Correction Orders will replace suspended sentences and include supervision by Community Correction Officers through home detention, electronic monitoring, curfews, and community serv
Australian residential property prices have fallen 0.7 per cent in the June quarter 2018, according to the recent figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Sydney and Melbourne were the two largest cities that affected this decline. “Sydney recorded the fourth consecutive quarte
The Morrison Government announced a tougher criminal penalty for the contamination of food as a response to the ongoing strawberry needle crisis. The maximum jail time will be raised from 10 to 15 years to emphasise the seriousness of this issue and to deter copycats. “Someone who has an offence for
After the death of two people at Defqon.1 music festival in Penrith, Premier Gladys Berejiklian has set a high-level expert panel to provide advice on safer music festivals in NSW. Defqon.1 music festival, which was held on 15 September, left two people dead and many others injured from drug-related
Over 2,300 students in regional and remote Australia are set to receive more benefits from the Youth Allowance change.From 1 January 2019, students will be able to access Youth Allowance more easier when they move away from home to study. “The Morrison Government recognises the barriers regional, ru
New law has been passed by the Parliament to protect patients against shortages of critical and life-saving medicine. Under the new law, medicine companies will be required to report shortages of important medicine as soon as they occur. Moreover, if a critical medicine is to be discontinued and be