NewsMatch Alert: Press Release Summary | 5 December 2024
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ATO cracking down on GST fraud
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning businesses not to get involved in related-party structuring arrangements or schemes to cheat the tax and super systems. The Serious Financial Crimes?Taskforce (SFCT) has identified an increase in fraudulent claims for large GST refunds across a number of industries.
Consumer body to scrutinise NBN expenditure
Consumers will now have a voice at the table to determine how the NBN can better serve the needs of communities around Australia thanks to a $2.56 million funding grant from the Australian Government to the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN).
Redefine what productivity is to improve it says the Institution of Civil Engineers
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has today published a report, How Can Infrastructure Delivery Productivity In Australia Be Improved? The report’s findings follow a green paper and consultation that gathered input from the ICE’s civil engineering experts and partners in Australia and the UK. The ICE says productivity improvements are critical to delivering the infrastructure Australia needs to support its growing population, particularly as many projects are currently over budget and over schedule.
NSW Gov now spending more public money on coal boosting than coal transition: new research
The NSW Government is currently spending significantly more public money promoting coal than helping regional communities transition away from it, according to new research by the Australia Institute. The report,?Greenwashing Coal in New South Wales, reveals a stark contrast in funding priorities.
First Nations co-owned grid-scale solar project shovel ready
Pilbara Solar, a 50% Aboriginal-controlled startup business and recognised social enterprise, has received an Offer to Connect for the Junja Solar Farm to deliver power to Horizon Power ’s coastal network. “This is the final milestone in developing our first renewable energy project, a 10MW solar farm on our community land at Jinparinya near Port Hedland,” said Barry Taylor, spokesperson for the Jinparinya Community.? ?
Top predictions for Crypto in 2025
As the year draws to a close, Independent Reserve CEO, Adrian P. , reflects on the year that was and outlines his top predictions for crypto in 2025. “The 2024 year has been a year of resilience and growth for the crypto industry, marked by significant developments in adoption, regulation and innovation,” he said.
New agreement helps reduce the number of children entering foster care
Almost 2,000 families in NSW have received early legal advice under a landmark agreement to help prevent their children being taken into care. The agreement introduced and implemented by the NSW Government in October last year, involves a partnership between Legal Aid NSW, the Aboriginal Legal Service, and the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ). The agreement ensures all families, particularly Aboriginal families, are guided towards early legal advice where there is a risk of a child being removed from their care.
National Dementia Action Plan provides a clear vision for the future
Dementia Australia welcomes the National Dementia Action Plan, a ten-year framework for government that provides the opportunity to make enduring positive changes to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia. Dementia Australia CEO Professor Tanya Buchanan, PhD GAICD said the plan is vital to ensure that the more than 421,000 Australians living with dementia, their families and carers have access to the best care and support available. ?
Government action required to deliver accessibility for Disabled Airline Passengers- Airlines can’t be trusted to do this themselves
Shane Hyrochec, Disability Advocate and Chair of Accessible Beaches Australia .
As Australia enters the busiest travel season of the year, people with disability risk being left behind. Given the lack of consistent support from airlines, a new campaign is being launched to seek action from the Federal Government. Only consistent, regulated standards will ensure all people with disabilities are able to travel on planes with ease and dignity.
Ball-shaped debris being cleaned up on Silver Beach Kurnell
More ball-shaped debris has been found on Sydney beaches. The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) was alerted by a member of the public to ball-shaped debris at the eastern end of Silver Beach at Kurnell on Tuesday, 3 December 2024. EPA officers collected samples for analysis which will be tested and compared to others found in the last two months.
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EPA continues Belubula River water monitoring program
NSW Environment Protection Authority
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has completed its latest round of surface water sampling along the Belubula River as part of an ongoing sampling program designed to understand potential sources of PFAS contamination. The latest sampling results showed PFAS substances were detected in 16 of the 20 sites sampled.??
AI supercharges smart irrigation for farms
A smart irrigation system powered by artificial intelligence will tell sugarcane farmers when and where to water their crops in an advance that could one day revolutionise agriculture – and help preserve the health of the Great Barrier Reef.
‘A million times better’: how frequency combs could provide a quantum leap for Satellite Network Synchronisation
Engineers at UNSW say exciting new developments in the way optical clocks can be synchronised has the potential to radically change global positioning systems – as well as fundamental cosmological theories.
Monash expert: NAPLAN results
Australia’s 2024 NAPLAN results were released yesterday, benchmarking students in yYears 3, 5, 7 and 9. The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is an annual assessment undertaken in each state and territory to test reading, writing and numeracy.
International Volunteer Day time to recognise firefighters at the ready this holiday season
The Rural Fire Service Association (RFSA) has thanked volunteer firefighters on International Volunteer Day as they stand ready to protect communities from bush fires and other emergencies over the festive period.?RFSA President Scott Campbell AFSM praised volunteer firefighters for their dedication to their communities no matter the time of year or the emergency response required, be it bushfire, motor vehicle accident or structure fire.
JD Sports opens southern hemisphere’s largest megastore at Highpoint – Joining Berlin, London and Paris
Renowned global retailer JD Sports has reopened in Highpoint with the creation of a true megastore - the retailer’s largest in the southern hemisphere and 67th store opening in Australia since the brand landed here 7 years ago. Crowds of Melbourne shoppers lined up outside to shop the latest in international sports and street style, JD global exclusives and sought-after sneaker styles and enjoy the beginning of month-long celebrations in store.
New Year’s Eve to unite Sydney Harbour like never before
Sydney New Year’s Eve will feature fireworks launched from 80 new positions on the western side of the Harbour Bridge, ensuring a better show than ever before on both sides of the famous landmark.?This morning Lord Mayor Clover Moore AO revealed plans for the famous event, which will include more than 20 minutes of fireworks at 9pm and midnight.
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