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According to The Heritage Foundation (Heritage), a US research institution, Australia now ranks fourth in terms of how free its economy is, compared to 180 other countries. For more information see:
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The KAS recently released a report entitled Australian and New Zealand- like-mind partners at the other end of the world- diverse ways of dealing with the Corona crisis.
A link to the German language full report authored by Dr Beatrice Gorawantschy can be found below:
https://www.kas.de/de/laenderberichte/detail/-/content/australien-und-neuseeland
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The AHK is holding a webinar on the 8th of April, 2020 to provide information on the effects of the current COVID-19 pandemic on Australian business.
The webinar will be held in German at 9am Berlin time.
For more information and a link to register, please click on the following pdf link
Ankuendigungsflyer_COVID-19 Webinarreihe_Teil 1_AngelikaYates
All queries should be directed to enrica.mertens@germany.org.au
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Sonic Healthcare, a corporate member of the Business Council, has processed more than 800 000 COVID-19 tests in Germany since early March. Many hundreds of employees are working around the clock in 20 laboratories to deliver rapid diagnostic results and assist medical teams to deliver prompt and appropriate treatment.
To read more about this essential work, please click on the link below:
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Business Council Members and Friends from other ABIE organisations were featured in an AFN article on the Corona crisis this week. See the attached article below.
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The German Red Cross is accepting financial donations to assist in the Australian bushfire relief campaign.
More information can be found at the following page: https://www.drk.de/presse/pressemitteilungen/meldung/buschfeuer/
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The German Australian Business Council has pleasure in supporting the initiative of our corporate member 2e systems and our friends at Ozkonnekt and invites you to attend a Bushfire Relief Concert:
Concert in support of Bushfire Relief
Where: The English Theatre Frankfurt, James Bar
Gallusanlage 7, 60329 Frankfurt
Date: Sunday, 26th of January, 2020.
Doors open 11.30am. Concert from 12pm-3.30pm
Cost: 20 EUR for Adults, 15 EUR for Students/Pensioners. Children under 10 Free of Charge
In order to support the Australian community and the tireless efforts of the volunteers on the ground, the Frankfurt expatriate community is putting on a special Australia Day concert with all proceeds going towards the bushfire relief efforts. You are invited to enjoy a concert of international performers (including many Australian artists) while supporting those in need. The line-up includes Michael Clark, Anthony Davies, Garrie Davislim, James Douglas, Phil Douglas, Jaimi Faulkner, Louise Fenbury, Paul Fogarty, Kieran Haplin, Sharon Kempton, Vanessa Novak, Matthew James White, DJ Cherokee, Abi & Rob, Streichholz String Quartet and the Choir of the European School Frankfurt.
For bookings and further information, please contact Catherine Stephen cathinffm@gmail.com or access the Bushfire Benefit Concert Facebook page via https://www.facebook.com/events/2520614011543348/
Please note that the event is now sold out. Please register if you would like to go on the waiting list.
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The Australian Government has introduced the Global Talent Program (GTP) which aims to bring up to 5000 talented individuals from across the world to Australia. Seven sectors are being targeted: AgTech, FinTech, MedTech, Cyber Security; Quantum Information, Advanced Digital, Data Science and ICT, Space and Advanced Manufacturing and Energy and Mining Technology. The GTP focuses on identifying the right balance of formal qualifications and relevant work experience in order to give highly skilled candidates of all age-groups a fair chance. The internationally distinguished candidates are selected on their ability to drive innovation and have a positive impact on Australia’s economy. For more information, see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/visas-for-innovation/global-talent-independent-program
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German Australian Business Council Chair, Sabine Pittrof, attended the Ambassador’s Gala Dinner of the German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce in Sydney on the 18th of October, 2019. The event marked the introduction of the new German Ambassador to Australia, Dr Thomas Fitschen. In his address, the Ambassador gave an overview of the status of German-Australian relations, highlighting their breadth and emphasising their amicable character. Dr Fitschen also reminded the audience of the imminent thirtieth anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall. Well over 150 attendees shared a lively exchange and enjoyed great music from band Superstitious. The music certainly kept Sabine awake despite having gone straight into the function after a 25 hour trip!
Many thanks and congratulations are due to the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce for putting on an excellent function!
Dr Michael Zettinig (German- Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce), Dr Sabine Pittrof and German Ambassador to Australia Dr Thomas Fitschen. (Photo courtesy of the German-Australian Chamber of Commerce)
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The German- Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK), one of our partner organisations, is holding a German language webinar on GST and registration requirements in Australia on the 18th of November, 2019. Please find more information attached.
If you are interested in participating, please follow the link to register. All queries should be directed to the organisers via Enrica Mertens at enrica.mertens@germany.org.au