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Seen some government announcement on billboards or TV, read it in the press, or heard it on the radio? View links to current or recently publicised government initiatives.

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National Plan for School Improvement

The aim of the National Plan is to take Australian schools into the top five in the world.

Employer Awareness

New penalties will soon apply for employing, contracting or referring non-citizens who are not allowed to work in Australia.

Child Care Assistance

The Child Care Rebate is not income tested. It pays up to 50 per cent of child care costs, up to $7500 per child per year.

National Tobacco Campaign

Smoking kills, everybody knows that. But what you really should consider is how smoking kills. Stop before the suffering starts.

Experience Plus

Make age an advantage. Call Experience Plus 13 17 64 to find out if you qualify.

Super. Your money, your future

Superannuation is getting better to help all Australians save for their future. Find out how you’ll benefit from the improvements to super.

Retune

As the final step in Australia’s move to digital-only TV, some channels will change frequencies. After they’ve changed, you’ll need to retune your digital TV equipment to keep watching TV.

The Line

When it comes to young people and respectful relationships, sometimes things can be a bit blurry.
Find out more about relationship issues that don't always have an obvious answer.

Don't be sorry

The law has changed for people coming by boat to Australia. Tell your family—don’t risk being sorry.

Schoolkids Bonus

A payment to help eligible families and students with the cost of primary and secondary school education.

Dad and Partner Pay

Supporting dads or partners to take time off work to bond with their baby, share experiences as a family and support mums after the birth or adoption of their child.