Monthly Archives: October 2009

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced that the Commonwealth Government will provide financial assistance to communities affected by recent bushfires in Queensland. Commonwealth assistance is being provided to the Queensland Government through the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA). Funding … Continue reading →

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today welcomed Australia’s participation in an international exercise to test response arrangements for tsunami activity in the Indian Ocean. “The importance of such an exercise is highlighted by the tragic devastation and loss of life experienced in … Continue reading →

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today announced the start of consultation on the Access to Justice Taskforce’s Report. The consultation will inform the Government’s consideration of the Taskforce’s recommendations in order to improve access to the federal civil justice system. Submissions can … Continue reading →

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland and Federal Member for Page, Janelle Saffin today released key emergency management manuals to improve flood preparedness, warnings and emergency response. “The manuals will assist Australian communities to build their resilience to flooding by providing information and … Continue reading →

Minister for Climate Change and Water, Senator Penny Wong and the Attorney-General Robert McClelland today announced a new grants program totalling $2 million to help increase understanding of extreme weather events and climate change. “Climate change is expected to increase … Continue reading →

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today released the report of the National Human Rights Consultation Committee. In December 2008 the Rudd Government asked the Committee to conduct a nationwide Consultation to examine the protection and promotion of human rights and responsibilities in … Continue reading →