NSW considers border restrictions with Victoria

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Tue, 23/06/2020 - 13:56

New South Wales is considering tightening border restrictions for people crossing interstate from Victoria. 

Victoria has been hit with a second wave of infections prompting NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian to monitor the situation and suggests avoiding hotspots in and around Melbourne.

This comes alongside Prime Minister Scott Morrison saying that these localised outbreaks will be part of living with COVID-19. 
 

QIC and US Bidders forge agreement over Virgin Australia

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Tue, 23/06/2020 - 13:55

The Queensland Investment Corporation has come to an agreement with the two US bidders aiming to gain ownership of the struggling Virgin Australia Airline. 

The headquarters of Virgin Australia and the approximately one thousand three hundred jobs attached to it will remain in Queensland.

The choice of the new owner will be decided at the end of the month.
 

The Merindas - 'We Sing Until Sunrise'

Submitted by charlottec on Mon, 22/06/2020 - 09:33
Fresh #Melbourne-based duo, The Merindas are the synthesis of warrior queen, bringing an on-trend style of rhythmic, expressive and beautiful music dedicated to their cultural heritage. Blending their sultry tones and energetic stage presence, The Merindas, accompanied by producer Jake Steele, create an atmospheric fusion of Indigenous, electro-tribal pop sounds in an extraordinary presentation of choreographed movement and slay attire. The girls had kicked off their national album launch tour in March, intending an April release date, but had to rethink the release after their tour was cancelled because of the pandemic, so June 5 it now is. As First Nations women, their sweet, catchy brand of electronic pop features Nyoongar language, in a bid to preserve and share the language with the world. Achievement-wise, The Merindas have supported Craig David (at his Perth show, earlier this year); received a Deadly Award nomination as Most Promising New Talent, won Indigenous WAM Song Of The Year, 2015 and performed the title track to their album at The Aussie BBQ in Singapore as part of Music Matters. The Merindas have showcase BIGSOUND and billed alongside the likes of SLUMBERJACK, Jessica Mauboy, Yothu Yindi & The Treaty Project (who invited them to perform with them in NZ for Waitangi Day) Brandy and Mojo Juju. They recently performed a well-received, stripped-back set from home, as part of Isol-Aid Festival.

Facebook Removes Trump Advertisements due to NAZI symbols

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Sat, 20/06/2020 - 16:16

The social media giant, Facebook says it has removed adverts for US President Donald Trump’s re-election campaign due to inappropriate marketing.

The adverts feature a known symbol used in Nazi Germany. Facebook has said the offending ad contained an inverted red triangle--- similar to that used by the Nazis to label opponents. Donald Trump’s re-election team said the image was aimed for the far-left activist group, Antifa. Facebook has stated that the ads are in violation of their policy against organised hate.

China Releases 10 Indian Soldiers Following Border Clashes

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Sat, 20/06/2020 - 16:14

China has released 10 Indian soldiers that were seized in a border clash in the Himalayas that has already resulted in at least 20 Indian soldiers’ deaths.

A battle on Monday saw troops from both China and India fighting with nail-studded batons and hurling rocks at each other.

The release of the soldiers is an attempt to ease tensions between the two sides.
 

UNSW teaching Indigenous Fathers about Adolescent Mental Health

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Sat, 20/06/2020 - 16:12

University of New South Wales, Sydney is leading a program to educate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers on the mental health of their adolescent children.

Led by UNSW Sydney Associate Professor Susan Rees, the program centres on knowledge, emotional-wellbeing, and empowerment in Indigenous fathers. Aiming to improve Indigenous adolescent mental health, the project will be introduced in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across North Queensland.

Australian University fees to change in 2021

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Sat, 20/06/2020 - 16:10

Australian University fees to be reexamined with courses that lead to jobs in high-priority sectors set to be cut and others raised.

The cost of studying humanities is set to increase by 113%, whilst agriculture and maths courses may be given savings of up to 62% and teaching and nursing will reduce fees by 46%.

These proposed fee changes are set to occur from next year, for current students studying courses decreasing in price the price will reduce next year but for students currently studying degrees set to increase, there will be no increase.
 

Queensland Government introduces Worker Screening for NDIS

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Sat, 20/06/2020 - 16:08

The Palaszczuk Government has introduced a nationally consistent worker screening system for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This system will improve safeguards for those with a disability.

Disability Services Minister Caralee O’Rourke said the legislation bill had been introduced to replace existing worker screening provisions under the Disability Services Act 2006 (DSA). Mrs O’Rourke, spoke further, saying the Bill will improve safeguards for people with disabilities following the rollout of the NDIS. 

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