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- Environment, Government VIC
- 25/09/2024
- 06:30
Dingo decision window dressing while wildlife suffers
The Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) is deeply disappointed by the Victorian government's decision to continue culling native Dingoes until 2028 despite their ecological importance and cultural significance to First Nations communities. The VNPA welcomes the end of the highly flawed bounty program that targeted Dingoes and the government’s small investment into non-lethal deterrents. The 11th-hour consultation process undertaken by the government was poor and left no room for all Victorians to contribute to the future of Dingoes in Victoria. The VNPA believes the decision was made prior to the full conclusion of the consultation process. VNPA condemns the continued…
- Property Real Estate
- 25/09/2024
- 06:15
Home Building Costs ** New Study Shows 7-Star Energy Compliance in Melbourne need not be Costly or Complex **
25 September 2024 A new study has revealed the average cost to upgrade new homes in Melbourne to achieve 7-star energy efficiency ratings is just $5,905, significantly lower than less-detailed industry projections previously circulated. The cost estimate, which is based on 2024 building product prices and the least favourable house orientation scenarios. The national average across Australia’s most populous cities was $4,311. It forms part of a new report,7.0 Star Cost Upgrade Analysis, compiled by Graham Energy, a specialist sustainable building consultancy. In total, the report examined more than 50,000 NatHERS simulations to provide a better understanding of energy upgrade…
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- Property Real Estate
- 25/09/2024
- 06:15
Home Building Costs ** 7-Star Energy Compliance: Western Sydney Outperforms National Average **
25 September 2024 A new study has revealed the average cost to upgrade new homes in Western Sydney to achieve 7-star energy efficiency ratings is just $4,105, less than the average of $4,311 for Australia’s largest cities, and second only to Brisbane in the affordability stakes. The cost estimate, which is based on 2024 building product prices and the least favourable house orientation scenarios, is significantly lower than less-detailed industry projections previously circulated. It forms part of a new report, 7.0 Star Cost Upgrade Analysis, compiled by Graham Energy, a specialist sustainable building consultancy. In total, the report examined more…
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- Property Real Estate
- 25/09/2024
- 06:15
New Home Building Costs: Brisbane Tops the List as the Most Affordable City for 7-Star Energy Compliance
25 September 2024 Brisbane Tops List as Most Affordable City for 7-Star Energy Compliance A new study has revealed the average cost to upgrade new homes in Brisbane to achieve 7-star energy efficiency ratings is just $2,972, the most affordable of any large Australian city and well below the national average of $4,311. By comparison, the average spend for new homeowners to reach 7-Star compliance across the country was $4,105 in Western Sydney, $4,262 in Perth, and $5,905 in Melbourne. The cost estimates, which are based on 2024 building product prices and the least favourable house orientation scenarios, are significantly…
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- Property Real Estate
- 25/09/2024
- 06:10
Home Building Costs Study: New AGWA Report Finds 7-Star Energy Compliance Need Not be Costly or Complex
25September A new study has revealed the average cost to upgrade new homes in our most populous cities to achieve 7-star energy efficiency ratings is $4,311, ranging from averages of $2,972 in Brisbane to$5,905 in Melbourne. The comprehensive estimates, which are based on 2024 building product prices and the least favourable house orientation scenarios, are significantly lower than less-detailed industry projections previously circulated. They form part of a new report, 7.0 Star Cost Upgrade Analysis,compiled by Graham Energy, a specialist sustainable building consultancy. In total, the report examined more than 50,000 NatHERS simulations to provide a better understanding of energy…
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- Medical Health Aged Care
- 25/09/2024
- 06:05
GPs concerns about ‘out of control’ admin workload should be wakeup call for government: RACGP
The administrative and compliance burden on GPs is taking time away from patient care, according to early findings from the Royal Australian College of GPs annual General Practice: Health of the Nation 2024 report. The RACGP’s nationwide survey of general practitioners which informs the report found a significant increase in GPs concern about their administrative workload – from 60% in 2023 to 70% in 2024. It’s the top reason GPs gave for why they were planning on stopping practising in the next five years. 66% said a reduction in compliance would encourage them to stay working as a GP for…
- General News, Internet
- 25/09/2024
- 06:00
GenAI set to transform homework, not make it obsolete
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is on the verge of transforming education, and homework will be no exception, with some even ringing its death knell.…
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- Emergency Services, Transport Automotive
- 25/09/2024
- 05:14
RACV PATROLS CALL FOR GOVERNMENT ACTION ON ‘SLOW DOWN, MOVE OVER’ RULE
A recent RACV survey of its emergency roadside assistance patrols has revealed 83 per cent of respondents are experiencing a near miss with another…
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- Oil Mining Resources
- 25/09/2024
- 02:56
Burgundy Diamond Mines Reduces Debt through Convertible Notes Payout
CALGARY, Alberta, Sept. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Burgundy Diamond Mines Limited (ASX) is pleased to announce that it has successfully paid out its Convertible Notes totalling US$23.6 million, significantly reducing its debt position.Kim Truter, Burgundy CEO and MD, commented, “We had several options for our Convertible Notes, and we believe this was the best way forward for the Company. We are pleased to take this major step in further strengthening our balance sheet. The fact we have opted to pay this out in cash highlights the strength and belief in our business and our optimism in the diamond market.”Michael…
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