Website reviews - Summer 2005
Workplace relations
www.workplace.gov.au
The topical issue of workplace relations and industrial disputes in Australia might be better understood by visiting the Australian government website for employment and workplace relations services. The information contained on the website is accessible through four main streams: for individuals, for organisations, by category or by actions. The site is very easy to navigate and features an extensive range of relevant information, links and current news. Anyone looking for detail on the government’s industrial relations reforms can find it via a link, on the front page, to the new Workchoices website.
Australian Government National Security homepage
www.nationalsecurity.gov.au
With national security top of the agenda, the government’s clear and simple National Security homepage delivers current news, information and resources to help visitors comprehend all related national security issues. It includes links to associated legislation, Australia’s security agencies, business, community and travel information pages and a listing of terrorist organisations. There is even a scrolling message across all screens highlighting the National Security Hotline, as well as an insert on the homepage displaying the current level of alert for the country.
Business Licensing & Regulation, Consumer Affairs Victoria
www.consumer.vic.gov.au
The official website of Consumer Affairs Victoria provides information on the rights and responsibilities of businesses and consumers, including steps towards registering and licensing businesses and advice regarding dispute resolution and legal compliance. The section on ‘Business Licensing & Regulation’ addresses liquor licensing and licensing of estate agents, among other service providers. Under the ‘Licensing’ banner, information can be found on types of licences, lodging and objecting to applications, renewals, licensee obligations, fees and more. There are also references to relevant publications, fact sheets and brochures. | 
