Global GreenTag International has joined forces in a collaborative partnership with the Australian Furniture Association (AFA), the only recognised peak industry body for the furniture industry in Australia. Joint initiatives planned for the Partnership aim to increase sustainability benchmarks of furnishing manufacturing practices, product design and output. This flows from AFA research conducted over the […]
The Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig is right to sack Liverpool Council given the level of dysfunction, says the union representing staff at the south west sydney council. Minister Hoenig announced today a public inquiry into the council, the deferral of the scheduled September elections at Liverpool Council until after that inquiry reports, and […]
Monash University The successful completion of novel community upgrades in Makassar, Indonesia, signals a potential new approach for millions living in urban informal settlements. 16 July 2024, Makassar – Today, residents in Makassar came together with Monash University (Australia) and Hasanuddin University (Indonesia) to celebrate the completion of community upgrades that aim to improve living conditions and enhance resilience in […]
The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has released data showcasing the most active areas for storm-related incidents across the state in the first half of this year. From the period of January to June, the NSW SES responded to a total of 18,015 jobs, including 12,044 storm incidents and 3,796 flood incidents. The Wyong SES […]
Today’s announcement of the appointment of four accomplished solicitors to judicial office marks an historic moment in the NSW justice system. President of the Law Society of NSW Brett McGrath said the appointments to the Local Court of four women, with almost a century of legal experience between them, will bring valuable and diverse perspectives […]
