The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) says simplifying and modernising Australia’s Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) will better protect the rights of people with disability. The Australian Government has announced a […]
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New court dogs on duty in NSW registries
Three new facility dogs have started work in the National Court Dog Program. Molly, Lani and Sunny were sworn in on 9 and 10 July at the Parramatta, Sydney and […]
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Have your say on NSW’s anti-discrimination laws
You can help create a more inclusive NSW, with the the NSW Law Reform Commission (NSWLRC) inviting feedback as part of its review of the Anti-Discrimination Act (ADA). The NSWLRC […]
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Thermomix parent responds to penalties over NDIS endorsement
Vorwerk Australia Pty Ltd, trading as Thermomix in Australia, has paid $79,200 in penalties after the ACCC issued it with four infringement notices. The notices alleged Thermomix made false or […]
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Changes to Migration Act “commended”
The Federal government has amended the health criteria for temporary and permanent visas applicants who are born and ordinarily reside in Australia. The amendment has been commended by Welcoming Disability, […]
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New Administrative Review Tribunal launches
On 14 October, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) was replaced by a new body called the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). This new Tribunal can review and change decisions made by […]
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Call for NDA guidelines in sexual harassment cases
Non-disclosure agreements likely to be counter-productive in sexual harassment cases.