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- Medical Health Aged Care, Political
- 02/04/2026
- 15:05
Monash expert: Federal Government announces gambling reforms
The Federal Government has today announced a package of gambling reforms, including restrictions on TV, radio and online gambling ads, a ban on celebrity and sports player endorsements, and the removal of gambling advertising from sports venues and player uniforms, with reforms to begin from 1 January 2027. The announcement follows the 2023 parliamentary inquiry into online gambling chaired by Peta Murphy MP, which recommended a comprehensive phased ban on all gambling advertising and sponsorship, a duty of care on wagering operators, and a national strategy to prevent and reduce gambling harms. Support is available for anyone concerned about their…
- Gambling, Government Federal
- 02/04/2026
- 14:45
(Updated) Parents shouldn’t be forced to ‘opt out’ of gambling ads to protect their kids – Alliance criticises reported government gambling reforms
Parents should not have to ‘opt out’ of gambling ads that are bombarding their kids online. The Prime Minsters announcement today that the government plans to make parents ‘opt out’ of gambling ads have been criticised by the Alliance for Gambling Reform’s Chief Advocate, Tim Costello. “Not a single parent in this country would opt in to their kids seeing gambling ads – that’s why it’s opt out – many people will forget or not realise, and it just puts greater onus on parents to always be logging in and opting out of countless apps and sites, it’s ridiculous,”” Rev.…
- Business Company News, Oil Mining Resources
- 02/04/2026
- 14:12
From West Perth, to Saskatchewan, to South Korea, 100% of Prairie Lithium’s phase 1 production is accounted for
Key Facts: South Korean binding offtake deal for Prairie Lithium (ASX: PL9) with Hydro Lithium. AU$10M strategic equipment commitment from Hydro Lithium. Government-backed milestone…
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- Employment Relations, Youth
- 02/04/2026
- 14:01
Workforce Inspectorate Victoria acts on community reports in Gippsland child employment compliance activity
Workforce Inspectorate Victoria (WIV) will carry out a targeted compliance and education compliance activity across the Gippsland region during the April 2026 school holiday and Easter period. The initiative is in direct response to reports from the public alleging non-compliance with child employment laws in the region. Intelligence suggests potential breaches are most prevalent in entry-level roles across the accommodation, retail and hospitality sectors. Surges in short-term labour can heighten the risk of unlawful or unsafe child employment practices, which is why the compliance activity aligns with a seasonal peak in tourism and increased reliance on casual staff in the…
- Energy
- 02/04/2026
- 14:00
GBP Launches “GBP Direct” E-Commerce Platform for Legacy Solar Module Replacement
Key Facts: Early 2010s solar installations across Europe, Australia and North America are facing maintenance challenges with difficult-to-source replacement panels GBP Direct platform offers…
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- General News
- 02/04/2026
- 13:02
Around 1,000 People to Take Part in Australia’s Largest Mass Baptism on Good Friday
MEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate Release Around 1,000 People to Take Part in Australia’s Largest Mass Baptism on Good Friday Perth, WA – Kingdomcity Church will host what is believed to be Australia’s largest mass baptism event this Good Friday, with around 1,000 people expected to be baptised at the Swan River foreshore at 4:00pm. The landmark gathering will bring together participants from across Western Australia and interstate for a significant public moment of faith, community, and personal transformation. Senior Pastor of Kingdomcity Church MarkVarughese, spokesperson for the event, said the scale of the baptism reflects a growing openness to faith and…
- Science
- 02/04/2026
- 13:00
Male fish lose their learning edge in polluted waters, study finds
A common antidepressant detected in rivers and streams worldwide is disrupting how fish learn, and the impact is strikingly one-sided. New research led byMonash University shows the drug amitriptyline impairs spatial learning in wild fish, but only in males. Females remain unaffected. The international study, led by JackManera, PhD candidate in the School of Biological Sciences at Monash University, and published in Environmental Science & Technology, adds to growing evidence that pharmaceutical pollution is reshaping animal behaviour in unexpected ways. “Every day, traces of human medications wash into our rivers and streams through incorrect drug disposal and wastewater systems that…
- General News
- 02/04/2026
- 12:37
Brisbane Community Invited to Easter Services at iSEE Church Carina
Brisbane Community Invited to Easter Services at iSEE Church Carina BRISBANE, QLD — 02/04/2026 As Australians continue to navigate rising living costs, mental health challenges, and increasing social pressures, iSEE Church is inviting the Brisbane community to gather this Easter for a message of hope, renewal, and connection. iSEE Church’s Carina campus will host Good Friday and Easter Sunday services, bringing together people from across Brisbane for a weekend centred on faith, community, and new beginnings. Senior Pastor Paul Geerling said Easter continues to resonate strongly in today’s climate. “Across our communities, people are asking deeper questions about life, purpose,…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 02/04/2026
- 12:34
Dementia Australia supports Bendigo
Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support inBendigo,VictoriaonTuesday14April,2026. It is estimated there are113,900people living with dementia inVictoria.Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to more than216,400people living with dementia by 2054. The Dementia Australia sessions are an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education to better understand dementia and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide. This Brain Hub is a free Brain Health Expo and is available to anyone who wants to…
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