Here is a look at what is making news around the country today.
Today’s national news includes Race Discrimination Commissioner Chin Tan has warned against creating a racially charged debate over the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, The Endeavour group eyeing Rye Hotel, and the Aussie tech workforce is seen to grow significantly. Also in the news is Primero Group securing a contract, worth $54 million for the Western Range iron ore project in Australia, and Qantas reveals new boarding processes and baggage tracking for passengers.
Nation
Indigenous Voice debate could become racist
Australia’s Race Discrimination Commissioner Chin Tan has warned against creating a racially charged debate over the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, The National Indigenous Times has reported. The call for civility came as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese received a standing ovation after he delivered the Lowitja O’Donoghue Oration in Adelaide. Mr Albanese aimed at opponents of the Voice. Mr Tan said it was important the debate did not descend into one of race. The latest polls show support for the Voice has dropped to a slight majority, with the ‘no’ case on track to win if the trend doesn’t change.
https://nit.com.au/30-05-2023/6154/warning-on-indigenous-voice-debate-becoming-racist
Business
Endeavour Group eyeing Rye Hotel
The ACCC is seeking views from consumers and businesses on the Mornington Peninsula, about Endeavour Group Limited’s proposed acquisition of the Rye Hotel in Rye, Victoria, Mirage News reported. The Rye Hotel includes a hotel and adjoining independent drive-through liquor store operating under the Thirsty Camel brand. Endeavour Group operates one BWS-branded bottle shop near the Rye Hotel. After the acquisition, Endeavour Group is proposing to continue to operate the hotel and the drive-through bottle shop on the existing Rye Hotel premises.
https://www.miragenews.com/endeavour-seeks-approval-for-rye-hotel-1015944/
Technology
Aussie tech workforce is seen to grow significantly
Australia’s tech workforce has grown 8 per cent in the past 12 months, putting the nation on track to achieve the Government’s goal of 1.2 million technology-related jobs by 2030. Figures released today by the Tech Council show the overall tech workforce has increased to 935,000 compared to 865,000 a year ago. Driving the increase are software developers, data analysts and cyber security jobs working in non-tech companies, such as banks and supermarkets. At present, the government is working with industry to train more Australians in the field of technology, the Ministry for Industry and Science said.
https://www.minister.industry.gov.au/ministers/husic/media-releases/number-aussie-tech-workers-rise
Companies
Primero obtains the contract for Rio Tinto project
Primero Group, a subsidiary of Australian mining contractor NRW, has secured a contract, worth around $54 million, for the Western Range iron ore project in Australia, Mining Technology. Com reported. Under the contract, Primero will design, supply, construct, and commission the non-process infrastructure facilities on the Western Range mine site. The scope of the contract includes the refuelling facility, mobile equipment maintenance facility, washdown facilities, primary crusher maintenance facility, wastewater treatment plant, and water infrastructure.
https://www.mining-technology.com/news/primero-rio-tintos-iron-australia/
Travel
New baggage tracking app from Qantas
Qantas has revealed new boarding processes for passengers and new baggage tracking technology. The airline has been trialling boarding its aircraft in groups, similar to what happens at many overseas airports, to further improve on-time performance and take the stress out of finding a space for carry-on luggage. The new system is due to begin in October on domestic flights. An overhaul of the Qantas app will also see baggage tracking technology added, to help give passengers peace of mind that their luggage is travelling with them on their journey, the Australian Business Review reported.
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