budget 2018
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Transport Infrastructure Investment Down By Almost $2 Billion
The Federal Government have committed to a 10-year national infrastructure plan that seeks to reduce congestion, improve safety and create jobs. However, according to Australian Automobile Association (AAA), the funding for transport infrastructure has declined by almost $2 billion over the forward estimates compared to last year’s budget.
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The Government Wants You To Share Your Energy Data
The energy section of the 2018-19 Budget has revealed a large focus on affordability. Part of that plan has been through the introduction of a Consumer Data Right – a comparison services designed to get consumers the best energy deal. By sharing their data.
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The Australian Government Has A Plan To Get More Women Working In STEM
The Federal Government is hoping a “Women in Science Ambassador” will help encourage and boost the numbers of girls electing STEM subjects.
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Science And Research Infrastructure Promised $1.9 Billion In Government Funding
In tonight’s Federal budget, “boosting innovation with science and research infrastructure” was allocated 1.9 billion over the next 12 years – that’s going towards health, manufacturing, agriculture, satellites for our GPS usage – and our space agency.