Identifying ways to support regional Tasmanians into higher education has been the focus of a forum today in Campbell Town. Federal Member for Lyons Eric Hutchinson hosted the Regional and Higher Education Forum to further understand the needs of the community. “We had a fantastic turnout from around the State that included Principals, teachers, UTAS,…
DetailsThe government has lifted the temporary ban on the importation of the lever-action shotgun, prompting concerns that it will destroy Australia's gun laws. Among those disappointed by the move is Port Arthur massacre survivor, Carolyn Loughton, and Greens Senator for South Australia, Penny Wright. They're also concerned by figures from the Australian Crime Commission which…
Detailshttp://www.coffscoastadvocate.com.au/news/coffs-education-forum-shows-high-costs-regional-st/2749276/ CHAIR of the Senate Standing Committee on Education and Employment, Senator Bridget McKenzie, visited Coffs Harbour on Friday for a regional higher education forum. The forum provided students, parents, teachers and community members with a chance to discuss the considerable difficulties students from regional areas face in the pursuit of higher education. The senator…
DetailsA higher education forum held in Coffs Harbour today has been labelled as a vital tool in working to provide easier access to the independent youth allowance. Speakers talked about the hardships encountered by regional students relocating to study at University. http://www.nbnnews.com.au/2015/08/21/coffs-education-forum-looks-at-youth-allowance/
DetailsAn emotional forum in Coffs Harbour today heard how hard it really is for regional students to get to university. Parents, students and school teachers told their stories, in the hope something will change. https://au.prime7.yahoo.com/n1/news/a/-/local/29320207/regional-access-to-tertiary-education-video/
Detailshttp://www.whyallanewsonline.com.au/story/3276694/forum-to-tackle-barriers-to-education/ Residents are being encouraged to voice their ideas on how the federal government can better support students to gain a university degree. Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey, senator Bridget McKenzie and education department representatives will host a Regional Higher Education forum in Port Augusta on Monday, August 31. Mr Ramsey said there were barriers…
DetailsBY Rowan Callick Asia Pacific Editor, Melbourne ANDREW Robb may seem an unlikely saviour of the Abbott government, but the Trade and Investment Minister is shaping the narrative for a Coalition that continues to struggle with its economic message. And he is doing it through the equally unlikely avenue of complex free-trade…
DetailsBY Amanda Hodge South Asia Correspondent, New Delhi TRADE Minister Andrew Robb says he will keep returning to New Delhi this year until negotiations over a free trade agreement with India, the fourth under his tenure, are concluded. Mr Robb finalised a free trade agreement with China last year, as well as deals with…
DetailsPic source: MCAV By TAHLIA MCPHERSON A WEEKEND of rain wasn’t enough to dampen the atmosphere at the Mountain Cattlemen’s annual get together in Mitta. About 4000 people occupied the 28-hectare flat surrounded by bush hill to the north and the Mitta River running to the south for three days of horsemanship, music and mud.…
DetailsPic source: globaltravelwriters.com AT the weekend's Cattlemen's Get Together at Mitta Mitta Mountain Cattlemen's Association president Charlie Lovick called on supporters to pressure the government to improve the level of care for the High Country. He told the crowd they had to accept the reality of the state government's decision to stop cattle grazing in…
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