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21 June 2022
ANTI-CORRUPTION INSPECTORS CONFIRMED
NSW Attorney General Mark Speakman has announced the appointment of Gail Furness SC as the Inspector of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) and Bruce McClintock SC as the Inspector of the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC). Mr Speakman said the merit-based appointments will bring significant legal experience and knowledge to the roles. Both Ms Furness and Mr McClintock will commence five-year terms on July 1, 2022. The Inspector of the ICAC is an independent statutory role responsible for oversight of the ICAC, an independent body established to combat corruption and improve the integrity of the NSW public sector. The LECC detects, investigates and exposes serious misconduct within the NSW Police Force and the NSW Crime Commission, and independently monitors and reviews those agencies’ investigation of complaints about the conduct of their officers.
13 June 2022
FORKLIFT SAFETY BLITZ IMPOSED
SAFEWORK NSW has started a Forklift Safety Blitz until the end of July.
Following recent tragic fatalities, 30 SafeWork NSW safety inspectors will proactively visit workplaces across the State to conduct forklift compliance safety checks and provide educational material.
NSW Minister for Fair Trading Eleni Petinos said that safety was one of her key priorities and that is why SafeWork is stepping up their compliance and education efforts.
“From today until the end of July, SafeWork NSW inspectors will visit upwards of 600 workplaces to conduct compliance safety checks and provide the necessary support,” Ms Petinos said.
“Our message today is clear – think about safety before you operate a forklift, check the area is clear of pedestrians, the load is secure and you have enough room to use the forklift safely.
“Inspectors will also be issuing fines for safety breaches if businesses and drivers are caught doing the wrong thing but will also be building strong working relationships to embed a culture of forklift safety.”
The Forklift Safety Project has been running since June 2021 with efforts stepped up since March this year.
For further information on forklift safety, including a fact sheet, visit: www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/forklifts
07 June 2022
TRUCKLOADS OF FLOOD DEBRIS REMOVED
HIGH tech eyes in the sky and people on the ground getting their hands dirty after the NSW Floods have seen the clean-up work to remove storm and flood debris from the Hawkesbury River produce extraordinary results.
07 June 2022
CATCH PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO CHEER ON BLUES
ABOUT 80,000 NRL fans are expected at Sydney Olympic Park to watch defending champions the NSW Blues take on the Queensland Maroons in the opening State of Origin match at Accor Stadium on Wednesday, June 8.
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05 June 2022
COMMENT: WHAT (Western Sydney) WOMEN WANT
Will this new government do better?
AMANDA ROSE
A NEW prime minister has been swept into power on the promise to do politics better, but what will Anthony Albanese deliver to the women of western Sydney?
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27 May 2022
HELPING HOUSEHOLDS WITH ENERGY BILLS
Up to $1,600 PA available to applicants
HOUSEHOLDS experiencing difficulty paying their energy bills will be able to access up to $1,600 a year in help after Treasurer and Energy Minister Matt Kean today increased support payments.
HOUSEHOLDS experiencing difficulty paying their energy bills will be able to access up to $1,600 a year in help after Treasurer and Energy Minister Matt Kean today increased support payments.
25 May 2022
COLEMAN GREIG ANNOUNCES CEO RESIGNATION
PARRAMATTA based Coleman Greig Lawyers has announced that its board of directors has accepted the resignation of Mr Warrick McLean, CEO.
The board has appointed Ms Andrea Galloway as acting CEO to be effective upon Mr McLean’s resignation.
Ms Caroline Hutchinson will remain in her role as Chairperson of the board. The Board will begin a search for a permanent CEO shortly.
“I look forward to working closely with our Board of directors, executive team and all our employees to achieve Coleman Greig’s strategic goals. Since joining the Board in 2018 I have been acutely aware of all facets of the business and have huge confidence in Coleman Greig’s future.” said Ms Galloway.
Ms Hutchinson said:“The Board and shareholders are delighted to have Andrea step into the role as acting CEO. She is ideally suited to the acting CEO role.”
Mr McLean said: “I want to thank everyone who helped make Coleman Greig Lawyers the leading law firm in Western Sydney. It’s been an honour to work with our shareholders, Board, brilliant team and our external stakeholders over the past 16 years.
“I realise that all corporate journeys must come to an end and wish Andrea and the team every success as they continue to evolve the business with that sense of infectious confidence that is unique to Coleman Greig Lawyers.”
