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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In December 2009, the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) agreed to establish a national regulator for the VET sector.
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On 9 March 2010 the Deputy Prime Minister released the Baird Review final report, Stronger, simpler smarter ESOS: supporting international students.
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The Minister for Employment Participation, Mark Arbib, has announced the commencement of the Australian Government’s new Disability Employment Services.
From 25 February 2010, eligible small businesses with less than 15 employees can apply for Australian Government grants of up to $15,000 to put in place family-friendly arrangements in their workplaces.
The 2009–10 National Work-Life Balance Awards will be held on Monday 15 March 2010, providing public recognition for businesses, government and community organisations.
$11 million will be provided to 110 schools, identified through the My School website, to help them ensure their students improve their literacy and numeracy.