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14 December 2012Book page
Appendices4 - Annual Report 2009-2010: Australian Human Rights Commission
Appendices Appendix 4 – Staffing statistics Table 38: Commission staffing profile (as at 30 June 2011) Classification Male Female Full time Part time Total Ongoing Total Non-ongoing Total Statutory Office Holder 2 2 4 4 4 SES Band 2 1 1 1 1 SES Band 1 1 1 2 2 2 EL2 ($99,119 – $119,099) 9 13 17 5 20 2 22 EL1 ($85,941 – $94,243) 6 22 19 9 21 7 28 APS6 ($68,706 – $77,006) 9 25 29 5 26 8 34 APS5… -
14 December 2012Book page
Our functions - Annual Report 2009-2010: Australian Human Rights Commission
Gives effect to Australia’s obligations under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and certain aspects of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 156. -
14 December 2012Book page
President and Commissioners - Annual Report 2009-2010: Australian Human Rights Commission
The Hon. Catherine Branson was appointed President of the Australian Human Rights Commission on 7 August 2008 and commenced her five year term on 14 October 2008. -
14 December 2012Book page
Our functions - Annual Report 2011-2012: Australian Human Rights Commission
Gives effect to Australia’s obligations under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and certain aspects of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 156. -
14 December 2012Book page
Working at the Commission - Annual Report 2011-2012: Australian Human Rights Commission
The Commission has a highly committed and experienced workforce. To ensure that staff have support to achieve a work life balance, we provide access to a wide range of flexible work options. These best practice strategies assist staff of all ages, with various disabilities and external responsibilities to work productively and safely. -
14 December 2012Book page
Our functions - Annual Report 2009-2010: Australian Human Rights Commission
Gives effect to Australia’s obligations under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and certain aspects of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 156. -
14 December 2012Book page
Contents: African Australians - Compendium (2010)
back to African Australians Compendium 2010 - African Australians: human rights and social inclusion issues project A compendium detailing the outcomes of the community and stakeholder consultations and interviews and public submissions Contents 1 Recognition of Indigenous context 2 Overview 2.1 Scope and framework 2.2 Project partners and governance 2.3 Consultation strategy and approach 2… -
14 December 2012Book page
A last resort? Mental health
Mental health findings and discussions presented in the "Last Resort" report. -
Legal
14 December 2012WebpageMigration Amendment (Review Provisions) Bill 2006
The changes may or may not improve the efficiency of tribunal processes. However, it is more than likely that they will result in an unfair process for determining refugee and migration claims. -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Migration Submission (May 2004)
As Mr Lenehan observed (at page 13 of the Hansard) the Commission's written submission did not include a specific proposal for a legislative provision conferring discretion on courts to extend the proposed time limits. Having had the opportunity to consider that issue further, the Commission puts forward the following suggested amendments to the Bill: -
14 December 2012Book page
Let's talk about rights: Toolkit and information sheets
This Consultation Toolkit was prepared to help individuals and community sector organisations participate in the National Human Rights Consultation. The Toolkit focuses on why Australia should adopt a Human Rights Act. -
14 December 2012Book page
It's About Time - Consultations and Focus Groups
HREOC conducted a series of 28 consultations around Australia during 2005 and 2006 with employers, employees, community organisations and individuals following the release of the Striking the Balance discussion paper. The dates of these consultations follow. -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
melbourne trams exemption information sheet
On 6 November 1998 the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission received an application by the Victorian Public Transport Corporation and others for an exemption from sections 23 and 24 of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. Section 23 of the Act relates to access to premises. Section 24 of the Act relates to goods, services and facilities (including public transport). -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Recommendation for temporary exemption: Bendigo tram service
That the Commission grant an exemption to the Bendigo Trust from compliance with the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport, in so far as those Standards would prevent installation of one tram stop using kerb side boarding, for a period of three years, on condition that: -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Notice of temporary exemption application: Australian Subscription Television And Radio Association (ASTRA)
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission has received, by letter dated 12 April 2004, an application for temporary exemption under section 55 of the DDA regarding the provision of captions on subscription television, for a period of five years. -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Recommendation for temporary exemption: Buchan Bus 'n Freight Application
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission has received an application from Mr D. Beaven, trading as Buchan Bus n Freight, for a temporary exemption under section 55 of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) from the provisions of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport to permit the introduction of a public transport service using a vehicle which is not wheelchair… -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Inquiry into the Migration Litigation Reform Bill 2005
Learn about the inquiry into the Migration Litigation Reform Bill 2005. -
Complaint Information Service14 December 2012Webpage
Information for people and organisations responding to complaints - Human rights and ILO
Learn how the Human Rights Commission responds to complaints received from companies and individuals. -
14 December 2012Book page
COPYRIGHT AND PUBLISHING ROUNDTABLE
Gabrielle Mackey (Attorney-General's Department); Helen Dakin (Australian Copyright Council): Ian Morris (National Library of Australia); Fiona Loader (Australasian Performing Rights Association/Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society); Graeme Innes (Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission); Bruce Maguire (Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission); Jane Evans (Round Table on… -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
14 December 2012WebpageIndigenous International Rights: The United Nations system and human rights protection
Learn how the UN system for the promotion and protection of human rights consists of two types of bodies, treaty-based bodies and charter-based bodies.