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Scoop
20 hours ago
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$80,000 Grant Helps Put ECU On National Arts Map
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is one of three national galleries awarded a prestigious Copyright Agency Partnerships (CAP) grant, enabling a nationally recognised artist to showcase their work in the heart of Perth at the new ECU City campus public gallery. ECU City opens in semester one of 2026 as the centrepiece of the Perth City Deal, a collaboration between the Australian Government, Western Australian Government and ECU, to deliver a world-class university to the heart of Perth. The highly competitive Copyright Agency Partnerships grant supports mid-career and established visual artists to develop and present new work in partnership with leading art galleries and cultural organisations around Australia. The public gallery at ECU City will present a commissioned artist's work in 2027, with two other Copyright Agency Partnerships exhibitions at UNSW Galleries in Sydney (2026) and Gertrude Contemporary in Melbourne (2028). A bold cultural vision Clothilde Bullen OAM, Manager, Art, Culture and Collections at ECU, an acclaimed Wardandi and Badimaya curator, writer and arts advocate, said she was thrilled to see ECU selected as a CAP partner. 'This investment in the University's gallery program helps elevate the role ECU is playing in transforming Perth's cultural landscape, supporting bold, innovative artistic practice that resonates with diverse communities and speaks to contemporary life,' she said. 'As a university, we're deeply committed to access, equity and creativity and this CAP commission will provide vital opportunities for emerging artists and students to connect with the selected artist, research their practice, and to see first-hand what best practice in curatorial and exhibition programming can be,' she said. Creative industries at the heart of Perth The Copyright Agency Partnerships grant is supported by ECU's School of Arts and Humanities Creative Humanities program, which includes Visual Arts, Design and Screen Production. ECU Associate Dean Creative Humanities Professor Katya Johanson said the opportunity to bring a renowned artist to exhibit in ECU's public gallery and work alongside emerging artists in ECU's studio offered fantastic benefits to the arts world. 'It will help expand students' understanding of the arts ecology, the work that goes into exhibition, and what it takes to tour artwork,' she said.
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Maryam to launch ‘Int'l Certification Programme' for freelancers
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that the government is taking a revolutionary step for empowering the youth. An international certification program has been launched for freelancers in Punjab. EdTech, Matriculation pilot project has been launched in the government schools of Punjab. Internship programs have been started in every government department including agriculture and environment. The Chief Minister in her message on World Youth Skills Day highlighted, 'Time has changed, acquiring skills along with education is the need of the hour in today's world. Acquiring skills instead of degrees is the real power which changes the destiny of developed nations. Skills are not just a source of employment but a guarantee of self-confidence and national progress as well prosperity.' She outlined, 'In the present era, acquiring skills proficiency are the key to development. IT skills are being imparted to the youth, which are the biggest tool of success of the present era.' She maintained, 'Nawaz Sharif IT City will not only provide a platform but also strengthen the skills of the youth. TEVTA is providing training and skills to the talented youth of Punjab in conformity with the needs of the modern era.' She vowed, 'It is my firm resolve that every youth must attain skill to earn a decent livelihood. Skill is not only a path to employment but also guarantees respect and dignity. My dream is to see that the youth of Punjab should not only seek jobs but also be able to provide employment. It is a mission of the Punjab government that our youth should become successful in every field of life ranging from freelancing to entrepreneurship.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Petrol price up by Rs5.36, HSD's by Rs11.37
ISLAMABAD: The federal government announced a significant hike in petroleum product prices on Tuesday, effective for the fortnight beginning July 16, 2025. This increase will see consumers paying considerably more at the pump. In a statement, Finance Division announced that petrol is set to rise by Rs 5.36 per litre, bringing the new ex-depot price to Rs 272.15 per litre, up from Rs 266.79. High-Speed Diesel (HSD) will see an even steeper increase of Rs 11.37 per litre, raising its price from Rs 272.98 to Rs 284.35 per litre. This follows a previous price adjustment where petrol increased by Rs 8.36 per litre and HSD by Rs 10.39 per litre, primarily attributed to fluctuations in international crude oil prices. Interestingly, the Inland Freight Equalization Margin (IFEM) has been adjusted upward. For petrol, it's now fixed at Rs 8.89 per litre (up from Rs 6.96), and for HSD, it has also been up to Rs 6.04 per litre (from Rs 2.09). The government also kept petroleum levy unchanged on petrol at Rs 75.52 per litre and Rs 74.51 per litre on HSD. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
FBR begins regulating input tax adjustment limits from July 1
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has started exercising powers against taxpayers to fix higher or lower limits of input tax adjustment of registered taxpayers from July 1, 2025. It is learnt that the FBR will also defer input tax of sales taxpayers as a result of data based automated risk management system. Sec 21(s) of ITO: FBR yet to issue guidelines According to Finance Act 2025, in order to limit input tax allowance, the Board may also use data based automated risk management system to defer certain input tax or fix higher or lower limits of input tax adjustment: Provided that the registered person may contest the action taken under this sub-section by filing application and documents with the Commissioner concerned, who shall decide the case within 30 days of such application, it added. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Aga Khan meets French President Macron
PARIS, FRANCE: His Highness the Aga Khan Friday began an official visit to France at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron. The Aga Khan's visit is the first in a series that will take him to countries in which the Ismaili Muslim community resides, following his accession to the Ismaili Imamat earlier this year. His Highness was received at the Élysée Palace by President Macron for luncheon and private discussions. His Highness was accompanied by his uncle, Prince Amyn Aga Khan, his two brothers, Prince Hussain Aga Khan and Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan, and leaders of his institutions. Three agreements were signed at the Élysée: Agreement between the French Republic and the Ismaili Imamat. The agreement reinforces a long-standing and deep relationship. It spans the domains of development investment, humanitarian support, health care, education, higher education and research, culture and the arts, agriculture development, food security, infrastructure, environmental protection and the fight against climate change, and social cohesion. It also facilitates dialogue and cooperation in matters of international relations, with the aim of fostering peace and stability, reinforcing respect for pluralism, developing a strong and effective civil society, and promoting interfaith dialogue. The agreement recognises the presence of the Ismaili Imamat in France, including through official representation between the two parties and a joint coordinating committee. Declaration of Intent to Cooperate in Syria. France and the Ismaili Imamat signed a declaration confirming their intention to cooperate for the successful and peaceful transition in Syria, protection of human dignity, rebuilding resilience, and resettling displaced people. Cooperation will include responses to the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and investments in the foundation for the sustainable, long-term development of the country, including rebuilding the economy through agricultural support and entrepreneurship; reinforcing the healthcare system; and providing cultural support to create employment and catalyse economic growth. Declaration of Intent to Cooperate in the Indian Ocean Region. France and the Ismaili Imamat signed a declaration of their intention to cooperate on the regeneration of coastal zones and marine ecosystems in the Indian Ocean region. Notably, this initiative will include support for the reconstruction and sustainable development of Mayotte. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
