Category Archives: Federal Election

The Australian independent Australian progressive think tank Per Capita has analysed Coalition and Labor employment service policies – specifically the “jobactive” program – and published the results. Given that the jobactive program is strongly connected to the training of many of Australia’s most vulnerable and disadvantaged workers and...

“One of the few things both sides agree on in this election campaign is that we must get education right. A highly educated and well-trained workforce is our best insurance that all the benefits that digital disruption brings don’t come at the cost of many people unable to find decent jobs.” Ross Gittins, Economics Editor of...

Last week, the Liberals announced that “more regional apprentices and small businesses would benefit from wage subsidy trial” (announcement below). In attempt to add some energy to the debate, The Australian has called it a “tradie war”. The Sydney Morning Herald  and The Age Read more

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) has announced the upcoming May 18 Federal election candidates, publishing them today on its website. Almost 2,000 people have been nominated for lower house and senate seats throughout the country. Community Colleges Australia Federal Election Policy Platform Community Colleges Australia (CCA) will be writing to a number of candidates, bringing their...