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Opera House sails should be lit in solidarity with Jewish community

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Family First today urged the Minns Government to fight Australia’s on-going antisemitism crisis by lighting the Opera House sails with the star of David.   “This would send a powerful message that antisemitism and Jew hatred is unAustralian. We also need to send an urgent message that Jews and Israeli citizens are welcome and always … Continued

Newly acquired nature reserve in Queensland biodiversity hotspot a critical step forward for the Bridled Nailtail Wallaby and Koala

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Leading conservation charity Bush Heritage Australia has finalised the purchase of a new nature reserve called Avocet Nature Refuge in central Queensland. It protects one of Australia’s most threatened ecosystems, as well as endangered Australian species like the Koala and the Bridled Nailtail Wallaby.   Located 30 kilometres south of Emerald on the lands of the Western Kangoulu people, Avocet Nature Refuge is in the Brigalow Belt bioregion – one of Australia’s … Continued

Trailblazing anti-vaping campaign for Aboriginal young people recognised for centring Aboriginal voices

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Key Facts: FLIP THE VAPE, an anti-vaping campaign developed by Mo Works in collaboration with the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service Has won four industry awards in the past month: Victorian Public Healthcare Awards: Excellence in Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing (Winner) Victorian Premier’s Design Award: Communication Design (Winner) Good Design Award: Social Impact (Winner) Australian Graphic Design … Continued

Statement – Bondi Beach terror incident

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Monday, 15 December 2025 Statement Jennifer Ball, President Law Society of NSW Bondi Beach terror incident I share the shock and distress of the community at yesterday’s violence at Bondi Beach. Antisemitic and hate-fuelled actions of any kind are to be condemned. On behalf of the solicitor profession of NSW, I offer deepest condolences to … Continued

David Cohen joins Paul Ramsay Foundation Board

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Paul Ramsay Foundation (PRF) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Cohen to its Board. Mr Cohen brings more than two decades of senior executive leadership experience across Australia’s largest financial institutions, including as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA). Mr Cohen’s career has spanned executive roles in risk, corporate … Continued

***e61 available for MYEFO comment***

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Ahead of MYEFO this week, e61 Institute CEO Michael Brennan and Senior Research Manager Matt Nolan are available for comment and interviews. They can discuss:  Australia’s fiscal position Australia’s tax and expenditure settings Ongoing fiscal pressures on the budget The growth of the care economy The productivity challenge To arrange an interview: Charlie Moore 0452 … Continued

ACOSS statement following Bondi Beach attack

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The Australian Council of Social Service is deeply saddened by the shocking attack at Bondi Beach on Sunday.   Our deepest sympathies and condolences are with the victims, their families, the entire Jewish community and all affected.    This was a horrific and senseless attack on the first day of Chanukah, which should be a … Continued

Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia Condemns Bondi Attack

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SYDNEY, NSW – December 15, 2025 – The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia (AMCA) is shocked and saddened at the loss of innocent lives in Bondi, Sydney.    The AMCA prays for the families of those who have lost loved ones, and prays for a swift and complete recovery to all injured.   Imam Inam-ul-Haq Kauser, National President … Continued

Leading Northern Territory program triples liver cancer survival rates for Aboriginal Territorians

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The Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT) and Menzies School of Health Research (Menzies) say a Territory-designed hepatitis B program (Hep B PAST) is showing evidence of transforming liver cancer outcomes for Aboriginal people—with survival rates now three times higher than in the mid-2000s. New data shows the NT has recorded the largest decrease … Continued

Waterbirds return this year, but amid long-term decline: aerial survey

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Key Facts: The 2025 UNSW aerial waterbird survey shows waterbird numbers, breeding activity and wetland habitat areas remain in significant long-term decline. New data released today from one of the world’s longest-running wildlife surveys show Australia’s waterbird population made a partial return after last year’s steep drop, but numbers remain well below historic levels.   … Continued