The Queensland Government has announced two major initiatives aimed at strengthening the state’s construction workforce, supporting up to 4,500 new apprentices across the building industry. The new TradieStart program will fund 2,500 apprenticeships in construction, plumbing, engineering and electrical trades. Eligible small businesses hiring their first apprentice can receive $10,000, with an additional $4,000 for…
Canberra’s iconic spring festival is preparing to light up the capital once again, with NightFest 2026 promising four unforgettable evenings of live music, dazzling light displays and vibrant entertainment. Running from Thursday, 1 October to Sunday, 4 October at Commonwealth Park, NightFest transforms the beautiful Floriade gardens into a spectacular nighttime experience. Visitors can stroll…
Australia has announced a comprehensive national response to combat Islamophobia, with the Albanese Government unveiling a series of measures aimed at strengthening community safety, social cohesion, and protections for Muslim Australians. The new initiatives follow the release of “A National Response to Islamophobia”, a report prepared by Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia, Aftab Malik,…
Canberra, ACT — Canberrans looking to start or change their career in the construction industry can access free, hands-on training through the ACT Government’s Pathways Hub program. The initiative is designed to help participants develop practical construction skills, gain nationally recognised qualifications and complete work experience on ACT Government construction projects. Eligible participants will undertake…
CANBERRA- The Australian Government has announced plans to introduce a national artificial intelligence (AI) framework, including new standards for large data centres and stronger protections for Australian creators. Under the proposed framework, large data centres will be required to fund their own additional power supply, cover the full cost of connecting to the electricity grid,…
CANBERRA, More than 814,000 Australians have enrolled in Free TAFE courses since the program was introduced in 2023, with over 258,000 students completing their qualifications, according to new figures released by the Australian Government. The latest data for the first quarter of 2026 shows continued growth in enrolments across priority industries, including nursing, aged care,…
Canberra, ACT – Eighteen new firefighters have graduated from ACT Fire & Rescue’s Recruit College 53, completing a 22-week training program before beginning frontline duties with the ACT Emergency Services Agency. This year’s graduation also marked the 50th anniversary of the first ACT Fire Brigade Training College, whose inaugural recruits entered service in 1976. The…
Brisbane, Australia — The Queensland Government has committed $3.4 million in the 2026–27 State Budget to develop a detailed business case for the Water for Warrill Irrigation Project, a key initiative aimed at improving water security for farmers in the Scenic Rim. The funding will support detailed planning to assess long-term options for delivering a…
NT-Territorians with lived experience of homelessness will play a central role in shaping the future of homelessness services, following a $2.112 million investment by the Finocchiaro CLP Government. The Government has appointed YWCA Australia to independently coordinate the new Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG), with Anglicare NT providing delivery support. Expressions of Interest are now…
Canberra, ACT- ACT Policing has taken enforcement action against several motorists following a series of speeding and drug-driving incidents across Canberra over the past few days. On Thursday evening (9 July), Road Policing officers detected a 17-year-old Bonner man driving a black Volkswagen Golf GTI at 114 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Horse Park…
New Sports Collaboration Roadmap aims to boost training, technology, investment and major sporting events as Canberra and New Delhi strengthen bilateral ties. Australia and India have launched a landmark sports partnership aimed at expanding cooperation in athlete development, sports science, technology and major international events, while announcing that the opening match of the 2026–27 Big…
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reaffirmed the strength of Australia–India relations, saying the partnership between the two countries “has never been stronger” as he welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi back to Australia. In a statement released during Prime Minister Modi’s visit, Albanese said Australia and India are expanding cooperation across key sectors, including…
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