by Kai | Aug 31, 2021 | Sustainability & Resilience News
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment has developed a e-waste taskforce to make recommendations regarding Australia’s e-waste. Click here to download a fact sheet explaining the work program of the taskforce. Improving Australia’s end-of-life management of consumer electronics has to start with products – through their design, manufacturer, import, sale and consumption – and not just when the product is thrown out. If you would like further information or would like to contribute to the e-waste taskforce’s work please contact writ@awe.gov.au
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by Kai | Aug 30, 2021 | Power News
The AMCouncil is delighted to announce that Noel Collins has taken over as the Power in Asset Management (PiAM) special interest group (SIG) Chair. The AMCouncil would like to extend its sincere thanks to Wendy McPate, outgoing PiAM Chair, for her time and efforts in establishing this SIG, and her timeless contribution to developing it over the last couple of years.
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by Kai | Aug 24, 2021 | Government Community of Practice News
Victoria’s infrastructure strategy 2021–2051 was presented to the Victorian Parliament on Thursday 19 August for tabling. The updated strategy builds on the work of the first cross-sectoral infrastructure strategy delivered in 2016, and presents a vision for a thriving, inclusive and sustainable Victoria over the next 30 years. It contains 94 recommendations for projects, policies, and reforms, spanning many types of infrastructure. They are based on extensive evidence, research and consultation and informed by innovative land use and transport modelling. These recommendations represent a capital cost of around $100 billion over 30 years. Read the strategy at: https://www.infrastructurevictoria.com.au/project/30-year-strategy
by Kai | Aug 24, 2021 | Government Community of Practice News
On 19th August 2021, VAGO tabled their findings to their audit on Major Infrastructure Program Delivery Capability. Victoria’s major projects pipeline has expanded dramatically since 2016, particularly for transport projects. Coinciding with this, the infrastructure boom on Australia’s east coast has led to competition for workers and material resources. “To deliver projects cost-effectively and on time, public sector agencies need to identify resource gaps and strategically address any shortages.
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by Kai | Aug 24, 2021 | General
The Australian Chapter of Commerce and Industry has created an employer guide on Covid19 Vaccinations and the workplace which may be of interest to members. Access the guide here.
