“As Australians we promulgate the value of a fair go. Yet there are individuals and groups in our society that experience extreme and persistent disadvantage that sets them apart from the rest of our society”. (Reference: Wise‚ S. (2011) “Advance Australia Fairly” Sydney Morning Herald. January 14‚ 2011) One of the most predominant values in Australian society is that of ‘mateship’ (Henslin‚ J.‚ A. Possamai and A. Possamai-Inesedy 2010‚ pg 49). Such a value promotes equality of life amongst Australians
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Respected president‚ honorable chair and fellow esteemed delegates‚ The delegate of Australia is very excited to collaborate with delegates and participate in this prestigious conference. Today our delegation is here to discuss two of the most aggravating issues in the world. It is a great concern to our people‚ and we are sure that it is a great concern to the entire world as well. The house is here to firstly discuss the Rebuilding South Sudan’s Economy‚ following its Recent Independence and
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globalization and increased Westernisation of China cultures are beginning to blend. Understanding these two theories is imperative for exporters trying to expand into the diverse and complex Chinese market. Introduction: Cross-Cultural Analysis The Australia -China Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) is offering the opportunities for Australian exporters to a gain more sustainable competitive advantages in the second largest economy in the world. Chinese domestic economic growth‚ liberalisation‚ and recent
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consciously limit the number of children that they had meant not only were women going against their natural function‚ but failing in that national duty (Currie & Adamson‚ 1977). Women have had to fight for the right to vote‚ which only occurred in Australia in 1902 (Currie & Adamson‚ 1977)‚ and were denied the right to education‚ especially tertiary education. Even after this right was won‚ there were still fears being voiced about the bad effects on girls at school from bending over desks and being
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Introduction Traditionally Australia has had government involvement in employment relations through laws governing terms and conditions of employment such as Work Choices and Fair Work Act. Australian workers have in general worked under “Awards” which set out minimum conditions for employment. The last few years have seen almost constant change in the nature of the Australian workforce and the regulations with the introduction of new legislation‚ and disagreement over the extent to which the
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THE IMPACT OF GLOBALISATION ON AUSTRALIA Globalisation is the breakdown of traditional barriers between nation states‚ allowing the movement of goods‚ capital‚ people and information. Globalisation has immensely impacted Australia socially‚ economically and politically. Australia has been affected socially by globalisation‚ which has resulted in Australia experiencing Americanisation. Many American movies‚ shows‚ media‚ music and news gets publicised in Australia‚ which influences Australian youths
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Is Australia a racist country? Australia is a welcoming nation. We allow people from all nationalities to apply to migrate‚seek refuge or even just visit Australia‚ regardless of their culture‚ religion‚ language or ethnicity‚ provided they meet all the visa laws. Australia is not a racist country allowing all nationalities the opportunity to come to Australia and continue to practice their culture and beliefs without the fear of being put down or treated badly. People are free to celebrate
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Australia in the Vietnam War Australia in the Vietnam War How did the Australian government respond to the threat of communism after WW11? Australia and its politicians immediately recognised what would happen in a result of the domino theory. Australians wanted to stay a democracy‚ they wanted someone who could lead them away from this and respond against communism and that’s why they choose Menzies because of the spread of communism. Australia acted fast and joined USA to fight the spread
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Australia and China Similarities and Differences Australian links with China extend well beyond the last 40 years at an official and non-official level. Their economic relationship has grown rapidly in recent times‚ especially the trade relationship. From being distant partners‚ the trade relationship is one of the key strands linking the two countries. Economic Growth and Quality of life Australia’s economic outlook is deteriorating. The commodity boom‚ predicted to go on forever‚ is
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Australia’s most popular Natural Minerals * Aluminum/ Bauxite (Al203.3H20): Australia is the largest producer of both bauxite and alumina in the world. Bauxite is mined in Queensland‚ the Northern Territory‚ and Western Australia. * Copper (Cu): In Australia‚ copper is found mainly in rocks more than 250 million years old. Australia’s main mines are located in South Australia and in Queensland. Australia has approximately 6% of the world’s copper. * Diamond:
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