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Supporting migrants to reach their potential
First 5000 | March 31, 2019The IntoWork Australia Group is delivering a new program to support migrants to settle and integrate into the Tasmanian community, with a particular focus on career and employment goals in partnership with the Tasmanian Multicultural Services (TMS).
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Wilkhahn showroom achieves Australian retail first
First 5000 | March 31, 2019The BVN-designed showroom for Wilkhahn in Surry Hills has received the first GOLD WELLS certification in Australia under the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) Retail Pilot Program.
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A third of consumers would sell their private data to a total stranger
First 5000 | March 31, 2019Reckless data is leaving consumers exposed to more than they bargained for, according to new research from Kaspersky Lab.
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Consultation process for unfair contract terms must listen to small business
First 5000 | March 30, 2019Consultations on changes to legislation on unfair contract terms (UCT) for small businesses must adequately consult and take into account the views of the small business sector and the regulators, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell.
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Join AI revolution for industry survival
First 5000 | March 30, 2019Australian businesses should embrace artificial intelligence (AI) to develop workplace survival skills, according to a leading Chinese entrepreneur who will address local entrepreneurs in Sydney next month.
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Surgeons biggest earners in 2016-17
First 5000 | March 30, 2019The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released the annual Taxation Statistics report for the income year 2016–17. The report presents an overview of 16.5 million 2017 income tax returns for 13.9 million individuals, 970,000 companies, as well as super funds, partnerships and trusts.
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Australian businesses believe election speculation no good for business
First 5000 | March 29, 2019On the eve of the Federal Budget, a new poll has shown that three out of five Australian businesses believe speculation around the federal election is having a negative impact on business and consumer confidence.
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ATO collects more than $500 million from illegal phoenix operators
First 5000 | March 29, 2019The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) today announced it has collected more than $500 million in revenue for the Australian community as a result of audits of illegal phoenix operators since the Phoenix Taskforce started in November 2014.
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Grants to accelerate smart businesses
First 5000 | March 29, 2019The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews MP, recently announced that 15 Australian businesses have been offered Accelerating Commercialisation grants under the Entrepreneurs’ Programme.
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Transgender visibility matters in the workplace
First 5000 | March 28, 2019International Transgender Day of Visibility on 31 March is a day we acknowledge each year to celebrate transgender and gender diverse people around the globe, their courage and accomplishments.
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Action required to prevent Victorian gas shortfall
First 5000 | March 28, 2019The Australian Energy Market Operator’s latest analysis finds that additional sources of Victorian gas are required to avert a crisis in gas supplies from 2024.
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AUSVEG welcomes announcement of Australian Fresh Produce Alliance
First 5000 | March 28, 2019AUSVEG has welcomed the announcement of the establishment of the Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA), saying it looks forward to working with the new association to further the cause of all growers in the industry.
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Assistant Project Manager (Maternity Leave Position – Part Time)
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | March 27, 2019Independent non-profit institute for active policy, Global Access Partners is seeking a part time Assistant Project Manager for an immediate start.
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Proposed wage increase could stifle business employment
First 5000 | March 27, 2019Labor’s proposal to move from a minimum wage to a living wage could negatively impact many businesses that are already operating on very low margins and put at risk their ability to employ or even survive, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell.
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South Australia’s first advanced welder training centre 0pens
First 5000 | March 27, 2019South Australia’s first Advanced Welder Training Centre (AWTC) is now open for business at TAFE SA’s Regency Campus.