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Coffee waste helps make lower carbon concrete

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RMIT researchers are advancing new ways to cut the carbon footprint of infrastructure by turning everyday organic waste into useful construction materials. A life-cycle analysis has shown, for the first time, that biochar made from spent coffee grounds can help produce a lower‑carbon concrete while supporting strength benefits seen in earlier lab trials. Earlier experiments … Continued

Senate’s illicit tobacco inquiry misses the lethal elephant in the room

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Media release 27 November 2025 Australia’s peak body for public health is deeply concerned that the passage of the terms of reference for the Senate inquiry on illicit tobacco today missed a key question – the role of Big Tobacco and its allies.   The Public Health Association of Australia says the Senate inquiry must consider the role of the established multinational tobacco industry (Big Tobacco) and their Australian arm in;- the establishment and … Continued

Vietnam’s C4IR and Ant International Partner to Accelerate Innovation as Ho Chi Minh City Eyes Becoming International Financial Centre

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Ant International will be recognised as an Official Partner of the HCM City government, strengthening public-private collaboration to drive long-term sustainable growth HCM City, C4IR and Ant International will work together comprehensively across empowering SMEs, globalising the local digital economy, implementing emerging technologies, cultivating joint innovation and developing talent HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam–BUSINESS WIRE– … Continued

INK & DRINK x MANIAX LAUNCH AUSTRALIA’S WILDEST NEW NIGHT OUT: AXE THROWING MEETS TATTOO ART

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Two experiential powerhouses join forces to deliver a boundary-breaking fusion of skill, creativity and chaos.  Ink & Drink and MANIAX are teaming up to ignite December nights with a new collaboration that fuses adrenaline, artistry and after-dark energy into one ticketed experience.  Launching as a limited-run pop-up across Sydney and Melbourne, the Ink & Drink x MANIAX series is redefining what … Continued

GLOW & THROW LIGHTS UP MANIAX KNOX WITH A NEON TWIST ON AXE-THROWING

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Neon lights, flying axes, and pumping adrenaline at Australia’s home of axe-throwing.  This summer, things are heating up and lighting up at MANIAX Knox. Glow & Throw is set to be an electrifying series where glowing targets, blacklights, and neon energy collide for the ultimate axe-throwing experience.  Launching with a high-voltage impact, Glow & Throw will transform MANIAX Knox into a pulse-pounding playground of … Continued

The 5 Most Common Dog Training Mistakes (and What to Do Instead)

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With recent attention on the lack of regulation in Australia’s dog care and training industry – where no formal qualifications or minimum standards are required for trainers, walkers, or daycare providers in New South Wales – many Aussie dog owners are left questioning who and what to trust. According to accredited dog behaviourist, certified force-free … Continued

Energy and Water Ombudsman Victoria welcomes action on ENGIE investigation

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The Energy and Water Ombudsman Victoria (EWOV) welcomes action by the Essential Services Commission against energy retailer ENGIE for failing to effectively respond to customer complaints about billing issues. This action follows a referral from EWOV to the Commission earlier this year after our initial investigation into ENGIE identified serious systemic issues affecting gas and electricity … Continued

Media Release – ACCAN welcomes introduction of UOMO legislation to Parliament

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Peak communications consumer body ACCAN welcomes the introduction of legislation to establish the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation (UOMO) to Parliament – a generational step toward improving connectivity, safety and choice for people across Australia. The Bill will require national mobile carriers to provide baseline outdoor mobile voice and SMS coverage across almost the entire continent … Continued

Neural activity directly drives increased glioma brain cancer growth

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Key points   Florey study tackles a ‘missing piece of the puzzle’ in brain cancer research by investigating the influence of cancer cells on the brain.  Characterised by their aggressiveness, different cancer grades differentially influence brain cells, with highly aggressive cancer leading to greater neural excitability.  Findings further show that this enhanced neural activity directly drives increased brain cancer growth.  This study … Continued

Markets, music and magic: Willoughby celebrates the festive season

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Willoughby is welcoming the festive season with a vibrant mix of markets, music and community events set to bring Chatswood to life throughout December. At the heart of the celebrations are three unique markets, each offering a different way to shop local, connect with neighbours and soak up the holiday spirit in Chatswood. “There’s something … Continued