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My School

My School

The My School website was launched 28 January 2010 and had over 9 million hits on the first day. This was significantly higher than expected. ACARA has increased the capacity of the site.

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Australia's Fair Work System

New safety net for employees from 1 January

From 1 January 2010 there is a new safety net for employees across Australia, making the Fair Work laws fully operational.

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Apprentice Kickstart

The Australian Government has announced Apprentice Kickstart -  a $100 million investment to support two measures designed to counteract the impact of the global recession on Australian Apprenticeships commencements and retention.

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Fresh Ideas

Learn about small business grants for family-friendly working arrangements

From 25 February 2010, small businesses with less than 15 employees can apply for grants of up to $15,000 from the Australian Government to put in place family-friendly working arrangements.

Government Crest
Government Crest

Quality Framework

The JSA Quality Framework has been formally endorsed by the Minister for Employment Participation and is now released for the information of JSA Providers.

Government Crest

DEEWR Leading Indicator of Employment

The latest release, and an archive of previous years' results for the DEEWR Monthly Leading Indicator of Employment are available on the Workplace website.

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Nation Building

Building the Education Revolution

Building the Education Revolution (BER) is a key element of the Australian Government’s Nation Building – Economic Stimulus Plan and will provide infrastructure funding so each of Australia’s 9540 schools can meet the needs of 21st century students and teachers.

 

Digital Education Revolution

The Digital Education Revolution, a major part of the Australian Government's Education Revolution, is a vital step in creating a world-class education system for Australia. 

Australia's New Workplace Relations System

The Australian Government has introduced the Fair Work Bill 2008, which, once passed, will put in place Australia's New Workplace Relations System. 

Office of Early Childhood Education and Child Care

The Office is responsible for delivering on the Australian Government's commitment to provide a nationally-consistent system of quality, accessible and affordable early childhood education and child care for all Australian families.