Additional training support for kangaroo harvesters – The Hon Tony Burke MP – Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

The Rudd Government is allocating an additional $400,000 to help upskill workers in the kangaroo industry. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke said it is important that the 4,000 people employed within the kangaroo industry are equipped with the skills to best perform their jobs. ‘All kangaroo harvesters receive training... [Read more of this review]

$70m sustainable agriculture flagship launched – The Hon Tony Burke MP – Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke. Unveiling the new $70 million CSIRO Sustainable Agriculture Flagship today Innovation Minister Senator Kim Carr and Agriculture Minister Tony Burke said the research will aim to strike a balance between environmental concerns and the need for ongoing prosperity in the agriculture and forestry... [Read more of this review]

Economic Stimulus Plan fast tracks six-star energy efficient homes – Defence Housing Australia

You are here: Economic Stimulus Plan fast tracks six-star energy efficient homes. Defence Housing Australia (DHA) has taken the initiative to start building six-star energy efficient homes for Defence families. For DHA the construction of these homes has been made easier through Nation Building- Economic Stimulus Plan (NB-ESP) with the additional funding... [Read more of this review]