Monthly Archives: May 2010

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced the Government will invest $1.4 million to attract more anthropologists into Native Title work. “Anthropologists are vital to the successful operation of the native title system as claimants often rely on experienced anthropologists to provide expert evidence to establish their connection to the land and support their application,” Mr McClelland said. The Native Title Anthropologists Grants Program will provide funding over three years for key projects aimed at attracting and retaining anthropologists conducting native title work. The program will target three priority areas of need, including: * training and development to smooth the transition from study to native title field work; * professional development and support for anthropologists working in the sector; and * stronger links between academic and applied anthropological work. “The current shortage of experienced anthropologists is a critical issue as it has the potential to delay the resolution of native title claims and impact on the quality of outcomes for all parties.” This funding demonstrates the Government’s commitment to a more flexible, less legalistic native title approach that delivers practical outcomes, including opportunities for indigenous Australians and certainty for landholders and industry. The program guidelines and application information are available at www.ag.gov.au. Applications close on 21 June. Media Contact: Adam Siddique 0407 473 630

Posted on May 28, 2010 by .

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced the Government will invest $1.4 million to attract more anthropologists into Native Title work.

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Government initiates legal action against Japanese whaling

Posted on May 28, 2010 by .

Attorney-General Hon Robert McClelland MP Minister for Foreign Affairs Hon Stephen Smith MP Minister for Environment Protection, Heritage and the Arts Hon Peter Garrett MP Australia will initiate legal action in the International Court of Justice in The Hague against … Continue reading →

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Reining in commonwealth legal expenditure

Posted on May 27, 2010 by .

The Opposition’s claim that the Government is failing to produce end of year legal expenditure figures, before the financial year has actually ended, demonstrates they do not understand how the Budget works.

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$3.6 MILLION FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROJECTS

Posted on May 26, 2010 by .

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced the Government will invest $3.6 million to assist Australian communities respond to and recover from natural disasters and emergencies.

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ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MILITARY COURT OF AUSTRALIA

Posted on May 24, 2010 by .

Attorney-General Hon Robert McClelland MP Minister for Defence Hon Senator John Faulkner Attorney-General, Robert McClelland and Minister for Defence, Senator John Faulkner, today announced the Government’s decision to establish a new federal court, the Military Court of Australia, under Chapter … Continue reading →

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APPOINTMENTS TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS TRIBUNAL

Posted on May 21, 2010 by .

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced twelve appointments to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.

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APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW COUNCIL PRESIDENT

Posted on May 21, 2010 by .

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced the appointment of Colin Neave AM as President of the Administrative Review Council.

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BROADCASTERS TRAIN FOR EMERGENCY WARNINGS

Posted on May 19, 2010 by .

Attorney-General Robert McClelland today welcomed a meeting of Australian broadcast industry representatives and state and territory emergency management officials, designed to foster greater collaboration in broadcasting emergency warnings to the public.

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START OF NATIONAL CONSULTATION ON THE TAX TREATMENT OF NATIVE TITLE

Posted on May 18, 2010 by .

Joint Media Release Attorney General Hon Robert McClelland MP Assistant Treasurer Senator Nick Sherry Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs Hon Jenny Macklin MP The Rudd Government has today commenced a national consultation on the tax treatment … Continue reading →

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FEDERAL JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS POLICY

Posted on May 17, 2010 by .

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today formalised the Government’s policy for federal judicial appointments.

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