Monthly Archives: May 2010

IMPROVING ACCESS TO JUSTICE

Attorney General, Robert McClelland, today outlined a package of measures to improve the effectiveness and accessibility of the justice system.

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LEGAL EAGLES WALK FOR JUSTICE TO MARK LAW WEEK 2010

Joint Media Release Commonwealth Attorney-General Hon Robert McClelland MP NSW Attorney General Hon John Hatzistergos MLC Key members of the legal profession will unite in Sydney today to raise awareness of the importance of providing free legal representation to disadvantaged … Continue reading

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LAUNCH OF NEW ACCESS TO JUSTICE WEBSITE

Attorney General, Robert McClelland, today launched an innovative new website as part of a comprehensive package of measures to improve access to justice in the community.

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RELEASE OF NATIONAL LEGAL PROFESSION REFORM CONSULTATION PACKAGE

Attorney-General, Robert McClelland, today released the National Legal Profession Reform draft Bill and accompanying materials for public consultation.

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Budget Tax Cuts to Help St George Families with the Rising Cost of Living

Families, low incomes workers and seniors in Barton received their third round of tax cuts in three years in the Rudd Government’s third budget yesterday. This third round of tax cuts will put money in the pay packets of working … Continue reading

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Get Rid of the Receipt Shoe Box – Simpler Tax Returns on the way for the People of Barton

The Rudd Government has announced that it will make it easier to fill out tax returns in new reforms announced in the Federal Budget. Federal Attorney-General and Member for Barton, Robert McClelland MP, said that from 1 July 2012 the … Continue reading

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Skills & Training

More young people will have the opportunity to boost their qualifications and skills following the Rudd Government’s announcement today of up to 40,000 additional training places and support for 22,500 new apprentices. Attorney-General and Federal Member for Barton said the … Continue reading

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Boost to Local Sporting Champion’s Fund to Support Junior Sports Stars in Barton

Budding sports stars in Barton will have double the chance to tap into the Australian Government’s Local Sporting Champion’s fund. Attorney-General and Federal Member for Barton, Robert McClelland MP, said up to $18,000 would now be available for younger athletes … Continue reading

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Nation Building For Recovery: Investing in a More Productive and Prosperous Australia

The Rudd Labor Government’s third Budget continues to make an unprecedented investment in the nation’s transport infrastructure, part of its broader efforts to build a more productive economy and a more prosperous society. Federal Attorney-General and Member for Barton, Robert … Continue reading

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2010-11 Budget – Responsible Management and a Faster Return to Surplus

The Rudd Government will get the budget back in the black three years ahead of schedule and ahead of every major advanced economy. Robert McClelland MP, the member for Barton, said he was thrilled to be part of a government … Continue reading

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