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In the Australian, AREEA CEO Steve Knott says he will press the Coalition for “significant amendments” to the Albanese Government’s “same job, same pay” laws.
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A move to expand delegates’ rights aims to turn workers into defacto union organisers, AREEA CEO Steve Knott tells The Australian Financial Review.
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Source: New South Wales Community and Justice
More police hitting the beat in Tasmania
Friday, 4 April 2025 – 12:55 pm.
Tasmania Police has welcomed 15 new constables into its ranks today, with recruit course 5/2024 officially graduating from the police academy.
Education and Training Commander Damien George said the new officers have worked hard to complete their training and are ready to begin serving the Tasmanian community from next week.
“Each one of these 15 people should be extremely proud of what they have already achieved, and I look forward to seeing where their new career takes them,” he said.
“From project managers to personal trainers, our new police officers will bring a range of past experiences to the job when they hit the beat in Glenorchy, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie, Bridgewater and Hobart.”
“They’re stepping into roles which are anything but ordinary, with each shift offering a new opportunity to serve and engage with our communities.”
“I encourage anyone who’s looking to find purpose and a job where every moment matters to consider applying to join Tasmania Police.”
“At Tasmania Police, your actions have meaning, your efforts have purpose, and your presence makes a difference.”
Constable Callan Sexton and Constable Kate McMaster have been awarded Dux of Course and Runner-up Dux of Course, respectively.
Both new officers said they are looking forward to their first day in the job.
“It’s an exciting thing to be finishing up our time at the academy and then starting brand new at our stations,” Constable Sexton said.
Constable McMaster said she can’t wait to start her new career.
“My advice for anyone thinking of applying, is to go for it.”
“It’s never too late to apply or change your career – prior to joining Tasmania Police I had been studying at university for a decade”.
“I decided to apply because of the dynamic nature of the job, and the endless opportunities provided,” she said.
For more information about Tasmania Police recruitment, visit https://recruitment.police.tas.gov.au/
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice
Man charged with motor vehicle stealing
Friday, 4 April 2025 – 12:34 pm.
Police have charged a 25-year-old Hobart man in relation to the alleged theft of a motor vehicle from a business in Western Junction on 15 March 2025.
The stolen vehicle was intercepted by police last week in Rosny Park, and the driver was subjected to a roadside drug test that returned a positive result.
The man was charged with one count of motor vehicle stealing, and he will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court on 13 June 2025.
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin
We’ve updated our Small business benchmarks with 2022–23 financial year data.
Released annually, if you’re one of the small businesses included in the 100 industries covered, you can use the benchmarks to compare your performance, including turnover and expenses against others in your industry. This can help you make improvements to your business.
Take Anna for example. Anna is a sole trader and runs a pizza shop. She is curious about how her business is tracking against others in her industry.
By using the benchmarks, Anna can see that:
Anna looked at other suppliers in the market and got a better deal to reduce her business expenses and improve her profits.
The benchmarks also help small businesses to get it right and meet their tax obligations. Businesses with turnover or expenses outside the industry benchmark could be due to mistakes or errors. For example, income not being reported properly, or expenses might be overclaimed.
You can access the benchmarks on our website and via the ATO app’s business performance check tool.
We don’t collect personal information entered by businesses when using our tool. We make the benchmarks available (at no cost) to software providers for inclusion in their small business products.
Your registered tax professional can also help you navigate and gain insight from our benchmarks.
Source: New South Wales – News
Police advise that the bus interchange at Tea Tree Plaza is currently closed due to a single vehicle crash involving a bus.
There are no updates on injuries, but police advise no passengers were on the bus at the time.
The O-Bahn will be affected for transport from Tea Tree Plaza.
Please allow for extra time in your journey.
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On average, 18 people die in house fires in Victoria each year.
Fire Rescue Commissioner Gavin Freeman AFSM warned that in a fire, every second counts.
“While Victorians might gain an extra hour on Sunday, in the event of a fire they would not be so lucky – a smoke alarm is your first line of defence,” Commissioner Freeman said.
“Smoke alarms provide a vital early warning to help you and your family escape. Fires can engulf an entire room in just minutes and smoke will not wake you up.”
Commissioner Freeman said it was important to not only install smoke alarms in all bedrooms, living areas and hallways but to test them regularly.
“To test your smoke alarm, simply press the ‘test’ button for about three seconds. If you don’t hear three beeps it’s a good sign the battery or smoke alarm needs replacing,” Commissioner Freeman said.
“All smoke alarms should be replaced after 10 years, and those with replaceable batteries should be changed yearly.”
CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said the best way to keep your family safe is to install interconnected smoke alarms, so that when one alarm activates, all smoke alarms will sound, allowing you to evacuate early.
“Last year our CFA firefighters attended 870 residential fires and tragically, four of those ended with lives lost, which could have been prevented,” CO Heffernan said.
“Smoke alarms with 10-year long life batteries combined with monthly testing could just save your life.
“It’s also best to install a smoke alarm on each level of your home and where devices are often charged, such as garages.
“We encourage you to take the time to check your smoke alarms this weekend.”
When checking, installing, or replacing your smoke alarms, FRV and CFA recommend.
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There are volcanic eruptions occurring on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Southwest Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon. Avoid areas near the eruption site and areas close to mountains with steep slopes on the Reykjanes peninsula due to the danger of falling rocks. Further eruptions could happen at any time and without warning. Southern Iceland could be affected by potentially dangerous volcanic gas clouds, including Þorlákshöfn and Vestmannaeyjar. If you’re in an area affected by volcanic gas, monitor local media for updates and follow the advice of local authorities (see ‘Safety’). The international airport remains open.
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice
Fatal crash – Lyell Highway, Sorell Creek
Friday, 4 April 2025 – 2:40 am.
Sadly, a man aged in his seventies has died as a result of a two vehicle crash on the Lyell Highway at Sorell Creek.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene around 9:15pm after reports of a head on crash.
The driver, and sole occupant of one of the vehicles sadly died at the scene. At this stage, it appears the man suffered a medical episode. The occupants of the second vehicle were uninjured.
Investigations into the crash are ongoing and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.
Anyone who witnessed, or has dash camera footage of a silver Great Wall Utility around the time of the crash, is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously and quote TCRN: 25002254.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Both Thor’s Hammer and Women’s Shed Canberra are grant recipients.
Fourteen social enterprises have been successful in the ACT Government’s new social enterprise grants program.
The ACT Social Enterprise Grant Program aims to support new social enterprises to start up, and help existing social enterprises to take the next step in their business journey.
The 14 enterprises will share in $340,000, to help get their ideas off the ground with the support of The Mill House Ventures.
The Mill House Ventures is delivering the grant program on behalf of the ACT Government, and will work with the recipients to help them achieve their purpose.
“As the key organisation supporting social enterprises in the ACT, The Mill House Ventures is thrilled that these grants will provide so much practical assistance to our region’s early stage and start up social enterprises,” CEO at The Mill House Ventures Craig Fairweather said.
“The independent assessment panel had a very difficult, but rewarding, task in determining the final list of successful grant recipients.”
The recipients are highly motivated and committed to supporting the local Canberra community, providing solutions to challenges and building resilience.
Grant recipients include:
The delivery of social enterprise grants was identified as a transformative project in CBR Switched On: ACT’s Economic Development Priorities 2022 – 2025.
ACT Social Enterprise Grant Program recipients:
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