Key industry associations have united to reinforce the consequences for homebuyers and small businesses should payroll tax be applied to mortgage and finance broker commissions.Together with the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia (COSBOA), the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) and the Commercial & Asset Finance Brokers Association of Australia (CAFBA) recently met with the New South Wales Government to bring attention to the threat payroll tax poses…

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  The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) announces that its Chief Executive Officer, Patrick Hutchinson, will step down from his role, effective 1 November 2024. Since July 2017, Patrick has led AMIC through a period of significant change, playing a key role in advancing the organisation’s strategic plan…

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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 of senior executive experience, Mr Westaway brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. Mr Westaway has a long association with aviation and travel, having previously held executive positions at Qantas Group’s Jetstar, Tourism…

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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 and executive skills to ASUM that span strategic planning, business development, commercial (contract) management, partnerships, project design and implementation. The Board identified Trish’s passion for building engaged and purposeful teams to deliver organisational objectives and enhanced…

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Canberra’s latest world-class events venue, built by locals for the community, is making waves. Red Shed, located right on Lake Burley Griffin, boasts state-of-the-art facilities, the latest audio-visual technology, and catering managed by Occasioni. Operating as a not-for-profit, the Red Shed is dedicated…

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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 continue to strongly advocate for amendments to the Tax Agent Services (Code of Professional Conduct) Determination. The letter describes the Government’s new rules as “overreach” and points to legal…

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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 Executive Director, Ms Joanne Phillips. It is with mixed emotions that we announce the resignation of Joanne, who has decided to pursue new opportunities; and whilst we will miss her leadership and vision, we are very excited to see where her career will take her next. Throughout her tenure with STAV, Joanne…

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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 is proud to celebrate 50 years of Government, Catholic and Independent primary school leaders working collaboratively in the best interests of Australian primary education. APPA’s credibility is strong and has been built over the past 50 years on its professional wisdom and experience,…

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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 the changes affect All NSW teachers who are maintaining their accreditation at Proficient Teacher, Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (HALT) are affected by this change.

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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 figure in the drilling industry, outstanding for his leadership and commitment to raising industry standards. Since November 21, 2013, Westcott has been involved with ADIA, in which he was elected as a Director. He contributed and gave strategic views such that he was appointed Board Vice President on December…

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Lasercraft Australia, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, is making a significant impact through its environmental initiatives. Since 1987, the organisation has provided valuable employment opportunities and skill development on the Central Coast, specialising in corporate awards and community access programs. A key element of Lasercraft’s sustainability efforts…

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