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Media releases
2012
Findings of first national survey into mature-age workers released
The Gillard Government today released the findings of the first national survey of the employment barriers faced by mature-age workers, commissioned to help inform policies to attract more matur
First Jim Stynes scholarships to help young footballers chase their dreams
The inaugural Jim Stynes scholarship recipients were announced overnight at the AFL's Brownlow Medal Awards Ceremony in Melbourne.
Release of 2011-12 Final Budget Outcome
The 2011-12 Final Budget Outcome shows that Australia's public finances remain amongst the strongest in the developed world, providing further evidence of Australia's strong economic fundamental
2012 IMF article IV consultation with Australia
The IMF has today lauded the strong fundamentals and bright outlook of the Australian economy and delivered a resounding endorsement of the Government's economic and fiscal management in the fac
Newman puts Queensland Reconstruction into Doubt
Campbell Newman's budget has a cruel kick for Queenslanders still rebuilding from the devastating floods and Cyclone Yasi.
Retirement of Mr Gary Banks AO from the Productivity Commission
Mr Gary Banks AO has announced that he will retire from his position as Chair of the Productivity Commission in December.
Appointment of Full-time Second Commissioner to the Australian Taxation Office
The Government is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Geoff Leeper as a full-time Second Commissioner to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for a seven-year period.
Advisory Panel on Positive Ageing
The Gillard Government today announced the full membership of the Advisory Panel on Positive Ageing, comprising a range of eminent Australians with strong expertise in issues facing Seniors.
Australian and Chile joint statement
His Excellency, Sebastian Piñera, President of Chile, visited Australia from 10-11 September 2012 at the invitation of Her Excellency Quentin Bryce, Governor-General of Australia.
Visit of the President of Chile
The President of Chile, His Excellency Mr Sebastián Piñera, will visit Australia from 10-11 September as a guest of the Australian Government.
National Accounts - June Quarter 2012
Today's National Accounts reaffirm Australia's position as one of the strongest economies in the world, and shines a light on our ongoing resilience in the face of significant international headw
Foreign Investment Decision
I have approved the joint proposal by Shandong RuYi Scientific & Technological Group Co.
Payments System Board appointment
I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Mrs Catherine Walter AM as a member of the Payments System Board for a further five-year period.
Australia to host international symposium on an integrated financial market for the Asia Pacific
Australia will host an international symposium on regional financial market integration in 2013, bringing together private sector leaders and regulators in the financial services industry from a
New world-class prostate research centre for Sydney
Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Deputy Prime Minister Wayne Swan and Minister for Health Tanya Plibersek today announced Sydney would have a new centre of excellence to research and treat prostate
G20 Studies Centre
Today I am pleased to announce the establishment of a new G20 Studies Centre within the Lowy Institute for International Policy.
Sydney to host a G20 Finance Ministers' and Central Bank Governors' meeting in 2014
Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Treasurer Wayne Swan today announced that Sydney will host a G20 Finance Ministers' and Central Bank Governors' meeting in 2014.
Appointments to the Clean Energy Finance Corporation Board
The Gillard Government is pleased to confirm the appointment of Ms Jillian Broadbent AO as the chair of the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) Board for a five-year term and announce the app
Statement on the deaths and injuries of New Zealand soldiers in Afghanistan
Today the nation's condolences go to the people of New Zealand following the news of the deaths of New Zealand soldiers in Afghanistan.
G20 2014 Announcement - Cairns to host a G20 Finance Ministers' and Central Bank Governors' Meeting in 2014
Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Treasurer Wayne Swan and Senator for Queensland Jan McLucas today announced that Cairns will host a G20 Finance Ministers' and Central Bank Governors' meeting in 2014.