A new age for Australia’s workforce

Wed, 03/04/2013 - Neil Batt
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Australian Centre for Health Research Executive Director, the Hon. Neil Batt, discusses the history of Australia’s pension scheme and questions whether a standard retirement age is still relevant in the 21st century.

Are you the retiring type?

Tue, 02/04/2013 - The Hon. Susan Ryan
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As we launch our Productive Ageing featured forum, Age Discrimination Commissioner, the Hon. Susan Ryan, explains why aged workers are vital to Australia's economy.

Easter is messing with our heads

Thu, 28/03/2013 - Anne Wilkinson-Hayes
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As chocolate-lovers around the country gear up for the Easter long weekend, Baptist Minister and World Vision Christian Commitments Co-ordinator, Anne Wilkinson-Hayes, explains the true meaning behind this religious tradition.

The future of religious education in Australia

Wed, 27/03/2013 - Dr Anna Halafoff
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As the cultural fabric of Australian society becomes increasingly varied, Centre of Citizenship and Globalisation Research Fellow, Dr Anna Halafoff, examines why education about diverse religions and spiritual beliefs in Australia’s state schools is lagging far behind other nations. 

Purple Day - educating the world about epilepsy

Tue, 26/03/2013 - Carol Ireland
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On Purple Day, Epilepsy Action Australia CEO, Carol Ireland, explains why we need to raise awareness about epilepsy and breakdown lingering misconceptions.

Parenting - an ongoing education

Mon, 25/03/2013 - Dr Julie Green
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As the education debate continues, Raising Children Network Executive Director, Dr Julie Green, examines the learning curve that is parenthood and the importance of education beyond the classroom.