The Department of Immigration and Border Protection today granted an additional significant investor visa, just in time for Christmas. The recipient, Santa Claus, has committed to investing in local toy manufacturers as an alternative to his elves in the North Pole, ensuring all children in Australia receive their toys on time and helping to bolster…
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6 projects receive $1.8 Mill through Film Vic’s Production Investment program
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Victorian Minister for Innovation, Services and Small Business Louise Asher has recently announced that six screen projects (two for film and four for television) have received a total of $1.8 million in funding through Film Victoria’s Production Investment program. Ms Asher explained that the Investment Program aims to support local filmmakers in maintaining Victoria’s reputation…
WWII Pilot Receives Honorary Rank of Flight Lieutenant
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The Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Geoff Brown recently presented an Honorary Rank of Flight Lieutenant (FLTLT) to 93 year old World War II pilot Ken Wright. Air Marshal Brown said it was important to remember the contribution of past Air Force members that helped shape Air Force today. “The values of respect, excellence,…
Look out for Woolworths scammer customer satisfaction survey
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The ACCC is warning shoppers to be on the look-out for a fake Woolworths customer satisfaction survey that asks for bank account details in exchange for a $150 gift voucher. There has been a surge in reports to the ACCC with 140 complaints received since the scam resurfaced at the start of September. “Last year,…
Fake Delivery Scam
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With Christmas only days away the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is warning consumers to watch out for fake delivery scams arriving in your inbox or post box. “Australians send and receive millions of parcels at Christmas time. If you are expecting a parcel to give as a gift to family or friends, or expect…
‘The Ashes’ official commemorative coin released
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To celebrate Australia taking out the 2013 Commonwealth Bank Ashes Test Series the Royal Australian Mint has released a 20 cent official commemorative coin. “Cricket is a national pastime for many Australians, and undeniably linked with our country’s heritage and culture,” Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer the Hon Steve Ciobo MP commented. Royal Australian Mint…
ABC TV iview app for Android
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ABC TV has recently unveiled a bold new design for iview, to Android tablet and smartphone users first with the launch of the highly anticipated official ABC iview app for Android. “The Android app marks the beginning of an exciting new direction for iview and ABC TV online, with a beautifully redeveloped service set to…
2013 Online Privacy Index
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The University of Canberra’s Centre for Internet Safety has produced the 2013 Australian Online Privacy Index to rate the websites most visited by Australians. The report found that Australian-based sites rank among the best, the majority are not compliant with changes to the Privacy Act which comes into force in March 2014. “We reviewed privacy…
Slow Down, be careful …. save your licence
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Attorney-General, Simon Corbell, today announced that double demerit points will be applied during the Christmas and New Year holiday period, similar to arrangements in New South Wales adding that Double demerit points will apply to speeding drivers from Friday 20 December 2013 to Wednesday 1 January 2014 inclusive. “Speeding is one of the main causes…
Canberra Centenary Logo Featured in Sydney to Hobart Race
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Chief Minister, Katy Gallagher announced recently that the Canberra centenary logo will take to open waters during this year’s Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with the logo being printed on the sail of the Canberra- owned, 44 footer Namadgi. “The Canberra Centenary logo has been beamed across the world including on a banner when it…