Sep 29, 2009 | GENERAL NEWS, IN THE NEWS
AID/WATCH has been stripped of its charitable status because it has a ‘view’ on government policy. The Federal Court ruling has raised concerns that public debate could be stifled as the core function of environmental and charitable organisations is put...
Sep 24, 2009 | GENERAL NEWS, IN THE NEWS, MEDIA RELEASE, PAST CAMPAIGNS
“The restrictive definition of charitable organisation applied by the Federal Court will send shockwaves through the charitable sector”, said Aid/Watch spokesperson Dr James Goodman.“Aid/Watch will continue to fight this decision and is considering...
Aug 2, 2009 | GENERAL NEWS, IN THE NEWS
Jose Ramos Horta claims the $3 billion pledged to East Timor since independence has never made it to the people. (AAP)A watchdog agency on overseas aid says many Australian programs for developing countries waste money.Australia is also failing to train the numbers of...
Jul 28, 2009 | GENERAL NEWS, IN THE NEWS
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May 18, 2009 | GENERAL NEWS, IN THE NEWS
AUSTRALIA’S foreign aid agency and the Department of Defence will share intelligence under a new agreement non-government groups fear could put aid workers at risk by blurring the distinction between development assistance and military operations.The deal aims...