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Nominations for NEC Close Monday 23rd February

Nominations are now called from eligible members to join the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Career Development Association of Australia Incorporated.

Positions:

President (2 year term)
Secretary (2 year term)
Treasurer (1 year term)
General Committee Member (Divisional Coordinator) – (2 year term)
General Committee Member (Professional Development Portfolio) – (2 year term)
General Committee Member (Membership Portfolio) – (1 year term)

Nominations forms and information can be downloaded from the CDAA website:

Breaking News – Tim Costello to give keynote address

CDAA National Career Conference
Melbourne 15-17 April 2009

CDAA is very proud to announce news just to hand – World Vision CEO, Tim Costello will give a keynote address at the CDAA National Careers Conference. Tim’s address, titled Career Development – Sharing the Vision will take place in the afternoon session of the second day of the conference: Thursday 16 April at the Grand Hyatt hotel, Melbourne.

In this keynote presentation Tim will focus on his work at World Vision - what he and World Vision are being called to do and the challenges they are facing. He will discuss that agenda in relation to current issues of social inclusion, employability and the impact of the financial crisis and how career development can impact positively in these areas. Tim will also share his thoughts about the potential for service learning.

We also announce with regret that previously advertised keynote speaker Wendy Hirsh from the UK will not be able to attend to the conference due to unexpected family commitments.

Register for the conference now using our easy on-line option by following the links at CDAA website: www.cdaa.org.au. Early bird extended to March 6 – so don’t delay.

Divisional Events

	10 February 2009 - Victoria Annual General Meeting
	10 February 2009 - Queensland Networking Drinks and guest speaker
	24 February 2009 - WA Annual General Meeting
	24 February 2009 - ACT Career Development Coaching
	10 March 2009 - Queensland Counselling Skills and Keeping up with Professional Standards
	10 March 2009 - Queensland Annual General Meeting

Job Guide 2009

Hobsons are offering ACS members savings on the Job Guide 2008. To take advantage of this special offer, simply complete and return the ACS members special on the Hobson website before Friday 20 February 2009. www.hobsons.com.au

Next Steps for the Bradley Review

The Bradley Review comprises a rigorous examination of higher education in Australia and proposes a comprehensive package of recommendations for reforming Australia’s tertiary education system.

A series of six roundtable discussions are being conducted by the Minister over the coming weeks to provide an opportunity for stakeholders to respond candidly to the specific recommendations of the Bradley Review in a confidential forum. more...

New Tax Bonus

If you are wondering when you might receive your $950 tax bonus, note the following:

the ATO hopes to send out the bonus by early April by direct credit to bank accounts or by cheque.
eligible people must have lodged their 2008 return by 30/6/09.

The five one off cash bonuses includes:

Tax Bonus for Working Australians of up to $950 paid to every eligible Australian worker earning $100,000 or less. This will support up to 8.7 million individuals.
$950 Single Income Family Bonus to support 1.5 million families with one main income earner.
$950 Farmers' Hardship Bonus paid to around 21,500 drought affected farmers and farm dependent small business owners receiving exceptional circumstances related income support.
$950 per child Back to School Bonus to support 2.8 million children from low- and middle-income families.
$950 Training and Learning Bonus paid to students and people outside of the workforce returning to study to help with the costs of education and training.

Source and further information: www.ato.gov.au

Job Ready Certificate

A discussion paper has been prepared for the Department (DEEWR) by Professor Richard Street. The paper underpins the national consultations, and will provide key issues to be considered at a Forum to be held on February 20th for half a day. more...

Nation Building and Jobs Plan

The Rudd Government has announced its new building and jobs programs. With the global economy facing its worst year since the Second World War, the Government is taking action to support Australian jobs and the Australian economy during this time of crisis. more...

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Renewals

Membership Subscriptions are now open for 2009. Membership fees are:

$225.00 - Fellow
$225.00 - Professional
$180.00 - Associate
$45.00 - Student

The easiest way to pay your CDAA membership renewal fees is via our online payment facility (www.cdaa.org.au/payment). Please include your membership number and/or full name when paying online.

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