ACT rental crisis still hurting

By NICOLE KUTER
Canberra is still in the grip of a rental crisis despite the Federal government’s extension on the first home owners grant. Continue reading “ACT rental crisis still hurting”

Australians spice up anti-racist message

By KIRILEE DAGG
It has been called “Earth Hour but with food,” and although not as well known as its more established cousin, Vindaloo Against Violence aims to spread its message simply through a night of Indian dining. Continue reading “Australians spice up anti-racist message”

Employers choose degree and experience over the rest

By JESSICA BROW
Students are finding that the more experience you have on top of obtaining a basic three-year undergraduate degree the more likely you are to get a job. Continue reading “Employers choose degree and experience over the rest”

Young workers ‘disadvantaged’ under IR reforms

By GREG CHAMBERLAIN
Reforms to the national awards system requiring young people to work a minimum of three hours per shift could result in fewer jobs for young Canberra workers, the ACT and Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry warned yesterday (22 Feb 2009). Continue reading “Young workers ‘disadvantaged’ under IR reforms”

ADHD ‘over-diagnosed’ in Australia

By GABRIELLE ADAMS
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is becoming over diagnosed in children and is now being seen as a ‘quick-fix’ for children who are displaying behaviour difficulties , according to child psychologist Diana Roe. Continue reading “ADHD ‘over-diagnosed’ in Australia”

UC students fined despite access to parking

parkBy NIKKI BRICKNELL

Students at the University of Canberra are being fined for parking illegally, despite the new overflow parking spaces provided. Continue reading “UC students fined despite access to parking”