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Dingo decision window dressing while wildlife suffers

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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. … Continued

Home Building Costs ** New Study Shows 7-Star Energy Compliance in Melbourne need not be Costly or Complex **

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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 … Continued

Home Building Costs Study: New AGWA Report Finds 7-Star Energy Compliance Need Not be Costly or Complex

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25 September  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 … Continued

GPs concerns about ‘out of control’ admin workload should be wakeup call for government: RACGP

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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 … Continued

GenAI set to transform homework, not make it obsolete

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Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is on the verge of transforming education, and homework will be no exception, with some even ringing its death knell. But experts say that’s premature, as it’s more likely to transform how homework works for education.  That transformation will likely include a shift to homework practices that encourage deeper engagement and … Continued

Burgundy Diamond Mines Reduces Debt through Convertible Notes Payout

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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 … Continued

PCI Pharma Services Invests Over $365 Million in EU, US Facilities for Clinical and Commercial Supply of Advanced Drug Delivery and Drug-Device Combination Products

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Highlights include investment in Philadelphia biotech facility, acquisition of a new pharma device assembly and packaging facility near Dublin, Ireland, and a new Center of Excellence for advanced drug delivery and drug-device combination product assembly and packaging in Rockford, Illinois PHILADELPHIA–BUSINESS WIRE– PCI Pharma Services, (“PCI”)a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused … Continued