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- Education Training, General News
- 30/10/2026
- 16:39
Public hearing to examine educational attainment and the foundations of learning
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Education will hold public hearings for its inquiry into the factors driving educational attainment on 2 and 10 November 2026. The hearings will explore how educational attainment is defined, measured and influenced by children's early experiences and development. Leading experts in education and child development, education research and policy, and parents’ groups will help the Committee better understand what is meant by educational attainment and the measures currently used to assess educational outcomes. Committee Chair, Hon Tim Watts MP, said the hearings would provide important context for the inquiry's examination of the drivers…
- CharitiesAidWelfare, Medical Health Aged Care
- 30/10/2026
- 16:28
Wipeout Dementia helps surfers turn personal experience into action for dementia research
Seventy-two surfers have taken to the waves at URBNSURF Sydney for dementia research, while shining a light on the impact a diagnosis can have…
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- Animal Animal WelfareRights, Government NSW
- 30/10/2026
- 16:10
Lack of independence in NSW Office of Animal Welfare Bill risks meaningful outcomes for animals
SYDNEY (October 30, 2026)—Humane World for Animals Australia says a Bill to establish the state’s first Office of Animal Welfare tabled in New South Wales Parliament lacks the independence needed to deliver meaningful animal protections due to a lack of autonomy and independent expertise. Under the proposed legislation, key functions of the office, including reviewing and advising on animal welfare matters, can only be exercised at the written request of the Minister for Agriculture. It also removes the statutory requirement to consult the existing Animal Welfare Advisory Council, made up of independent experts in animal welfare and veterinary science, on…
- Medical Health Aged Care, Mental Health
- 30/10/2026
- 14:49
Dementia now causes one in ten Australian deaths, but expert warns men’s early symptoms are routinely mistaken for stress, burnout or simply becoming grumpy
Key Facts: Dementia caused 19,019 deaths in Australia in 2025, 10.1% of all registered deaths and the first time above 10% (ABS, 27 October 2026). Dementia has been Australia's leading cause of death since 2024; women account for 61% of dementia deaths. In men, early Alzheimer's often shows up as poor planning, judgement and irritability rather than memory loss. Midlife risk factors men can act on include blood pressure, hearing loss, alcohol and inactivity. Pod O'Sullivan and Dr Helena Popovic are available for interview. SYDNEY, 30 October 2026. Early dementia in men is often mistaken for stress, burnout or a…
- General News
- 30/10/2026
- 14:10
Trick or teeth? Simple tips to protect little smiles this Halloween.
Worried your children’s teeth will fall out just looking at their Halloween haul? A dentist says there’s a less obvious trap to watch for once the costumes come off: the seemingly endless lolly buffet. As Australian families prepare for trick-or-treating, Smile On dentist Dr Andrew Sproll says parents don’t need to be the Halloween fun police. But they should have a plan for the mountain of sweets coming home. “Halloween is meant to be fun, and we’re certainly not suggesting children should miss out on their favourite treats,” Dr Sproll said. “But while trick-or-treating lasts one night, the lolly haul…
- Government Federal, Taxation
- 30/10/2026
- 13:42
Melbourne dental practice searched over multi-million early release of super access scheme
This week, Australian Taxation Office (ATO) officers, with support from the Australian Federal Police (AFP), executed a search warrant at a Melbourne dental practice linked to a former health practitioner suspected of supporting individuals to illegally access their superannuation early by falsely claiming to have compassionate grounds. ATO acting Deputy Commissioner Pennie Snowden said this investigation highlights the significant risk posed by facilitators who abuse compassionate release arrangements and put Australians' retirement savings at risk. ‘This wasn't a misunderstanding of the rules. These allegations point to a deliberate attempt to take advantage of a system designed to help Australians in…
- Community, Energy
- 30/10/2026
- 13:35
Trick or heat: Western Sydney families get summer-ready at Halloween picnic
Western Sydney families are invited to come together for a free Summer Picnic at Parramatta Park from 11:00am–2:00pm on Saturday 31 October, bringing practical summer preparedness, community connection and plenty of family fun into one relaxed day. Hosted by Parents for Climate, the Summer Picnic has been designed around conversations with Western Sydney parents about what families need locally over the summer months. With an El Niño super charged by climate change bringing the potential for hotter, drier conditions and increased extreme weather, the event will connect families with practical information, local organisations and activities designed to help households prepare…
- Energy, Environment
- 30/10/2026
- 13:27
Developer ratings welcomed, with better outcomes for regional communities the real test
MEDIA RELEASEFriday 30 October 2026 RE-Alliance has welcomed the launch of the Developer Rating Scheme’s public register, saying greater transparency about renewable energy companies is a positive step, with the scheme’s success ultimately measured by better experiences for regional communities. RE-Alliance National Director Andrew Bray said: “Regional communities deserve clear information about the companies proposing renewable energy projects in their area. We encourage developers to participate so it becomes more useful to landholders and communities across Australia. “While the register gives communities another tool to ask informed questions, the real test is whether the scheme leads to better engagement on…
- Agriculture Farming Rural, Energy
- 30/10/2026
- 13:25
NSW government REZ inquiry response: more detail needed on regional water, housing and services
MEDIA RELEASEFriday 30 October 2026 RE-Alliance has welcomed the NSW Government’s timely response to the parliamentary inquiry into Renewable Energy Zones but called for greater transparency about how essential infrastructure and service challenges are being addressed. RE-Alliance National Director Andrew Bray said: “The parliamentary inquiry into Renewable Energy Zones highlighted key gaps around worker accommodation, roads, water, health services and training opportunities. Communities need reassurance that these needs are being addressed so that renewable energy development brings more opportunities than challenges. “The government’s response largely points to existing arrangements and work underway. If those arrangements are delivering, it needs to…
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