A new national survey of more than 3,000 Australians, including 1,002 in NSW and the ACT, finds that when asked to pick their favourite Australian sound, 45% in the region choose a kookaburra laughing. Of the sounds tested, waves crashing at the beach is the most loved in NSW and the ACT (90% like or…
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Charles Darwin University Partnership With Darwin International Film Festival
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A cohort of Charles Darwin University (CDU) student film buffs have had an invaluable close up with the screen industry thanks to a partnership with the Darwin International Film Festival (DIFF). In this year’s festival, CDU Bachelor of Creative Arts students majoring in Screen interviewed participating local, national and international filmmakers. Guests included Cannes Critics’…
Private Healthcare Australia Welcomes Senate Decision
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Private Healthcare Australia has welcomed today’s Senate decision to remove the Government’s proposed cuts to the higher private health insurance rebate for older Australians from the Senate’s agenda. PHA CEO Dr Rachel David thanked the thousands of older Australians, families, health professionals and community organisations who spoke up about the impact the cuts would have…
Execution live stream risks lasting trauma for children
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The US Government’s plan to broadcast a firing squad execution is reckless and puts children at risk of serious psychological harm, highlighting the need for a strong and enforceable Digital Duty of Care. (Editor’s Note The US Government’s plan to broadcast a firing squad execution is a very troubling decision. I would like to think…
Trees for Schools program reaches record milestone
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Ninety schools across Melbourne’s west have planted 3,911 native trees through Greater Western Water’s (GWW) Trees for Schools program, helping to create cooler, greener school environments and a more climate-resilient future. Trees for Schools aims to increase tree canopy cover, reduce stormwater run-off to waterways, improve green spaces and educate students about the environmental benefits…
Monique Ryan celebrates as Senate rejects PHI rebate cuts for over-65s
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Independent Federal Member for Kooyong, Dr Monique Ryan, has celebrated a win for older Australians as the crossbench, Greens, and Opposition senators combined to boot the government’s pensioner cash grab off the political agenda. Today’s motion, introduced by Senators Jacqui Lambie and Anne Ruston, successfully discharged the Health Insurance Amendment (Incentive Payments and Other Measures)…
VoteMate Announces Collaboration With USAFacts
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VoteMate, the nonprofit behind the free, non-partisan AI ballot assistant, has announced a collaboration with USAFacts to bring government data directly into voters’ ballot research. Through the integration VoteMate can draw on USAFacts’ data and analysis when answering questions about the issues voters care about, from the economy and healthcare to education and government spending.…
SecondBite Giving Day this Thursday 15 October
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Food-relief agencies across Australia are being forced to turn people away as demand outstrips available food and operational capacity, new SecondBite research has found. A national survey of 405 SecondBite charity partners found two in three (67 per cent) had turned people away, while almost all (94 per cent) reported increased demand over the past…
City Facilities Management enters 10-year national maintenance agreement with Coles Group
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City Facilities Management (City) has entered a 10-year agreement with Coles Group (Coles), building on a strong and successful 17-year partnership, and will see City continue to drive operational excellence throughout the Coles national retail and supply chain network. The reappointment of City reflects Coles’ confidence in City’s proven track record of high-quality, reliable, and…
Food Prices Causing Victorian families turn to neighbourhood food Hubs
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As grocery costs continue to put pressure on household budgets, Victorian families from Melbourne’s inner and outer suburbs to regional communities are increasingly looking for ways to access affordable fresh food without compromising on quality or their desire to support local growers. In its first year in Victoria, community food network Box Divvy has sourced…