The Australian Airports Association (AAA), the national voice of Australia’s airports, has appointed Simon Westaway as its new Chief Executive Officer. With more than 25 years… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2024/australian-airports-association-appoints-new-ceo.html)

The Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM) has announced the appointment of new Chief Executive Officer, Trish Manten. Trish Manten brings a wealth of experience… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2024/asum-appoints-trish-manten-as-new-ceo.html)

Membership bodies representing tax and BAS agents have published an open letter to the Government ahead of a roundtable with the Assistant Treasurer’s office where the group will… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2024/open-letter-from-peak-accounting-bodies-urges-prime-minister-to-stop-“unfair”-rules-for-taxation-and-bas-agents.html)

The Science Teachers’ Association of Victoria (STAV) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Shane Lucas as its interim Executive Director, following the resignation of former… More details

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The Australian Primary Principals Association turns 50 in 2024! APPA, a unique and outstanding association of primary school leaders, was established in 1974 by visionary educators. APPA… More details

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Effective from 16 August 2024 the professional development (PD) requirements for teachers maintaining Proficient, Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher accreditation have been changed. Who… More details

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Tim Westcott was elected as the new President of the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA). Owner of TDW Consultants (WA), for many years Westcott has been an influential… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2024/tim-westcott-elected-president-of-australian-drilling-industry-association.html)

By Raniya Dass While the case of Lawrence v Melbourne Football Club Ltd [2024] FCA 945 was dismissed, it serves as a reminder to associations of the importance of maintaining… More details

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New workplace laws that start from 26 August 2024 may affect you. Find out more about the new laws for regulated workers and businesses, the right to disconnect, and casuals. These… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2024/new-laws-fair-work-commission.html)

The CEO of Australian Retailers Association (ARA) Paul Zahra today announced his resignation, ending his near five year tenure at the end of 2024 as the association transitions… More details

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