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Public sector workers vote yes to NSW Gov’s pay offer

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Public Service Association of New South Wales members have voted yes to the pay rise offered by the State Government, which settles the union’s claim for the 2024-25 financial year and the following two years. Seventy-eight per cent of respondents to the PSA’s salaries survey accepted the government’s offer. Public sector employees  will now receive a … Continued

EMBARGOED: Heart Foundation Calls on next Queensland Government to Prioritise Heart Health in 2024 Election

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Embargoed until 12am Wednesday 16 October, 2024   The Heart Foundation is urging all political parties and candidates to pledge their support for four decisive actions that will drastically ease the burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) on Queensland’s healthcare system. Queensland faces a growing cardiovascular crisis, with CVD claiming 9,162 lives annually and costing the … Continued

Enhancing scientific discovery through improved data access

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Australian researchers from UNSW Sydney’s Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) have enabled easier access to international research data to support scientific discovery.   With an increase in the global burden of dementia and an anticipated rise from 55 million people living with dementia to almost 140 million by 2050, expediting research outcomes has become … Continued

Overwhelmed by workplace change 63% of Australian professionals seeking more support than ever before

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Professionals in Australia are experiencing a growing confidence crisis as 67% are overwhelmed by how quickly work is changing, with 63% searching for more guidance and support than ever before, according to new research from LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network.  Do you feel like you are looking for more professional help (guidance and support) … Continued

RocketBoots Raises Capital to Continue International Expansion for its AI Computer Vision Technology

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Highlights RocketBoots raises $1 million in a well-supported Placement to new and existing sophisticated investors Funds will be used to support sales and customer initiatives with respect to executing the Company’s international expansion strategy The Company is at an inflection point in building momentum and scaling the business to secure significant share in global retail … Continued

Nominations open for McKinnon Prize in Political Leadership

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A new search for Australia’s most outstanding political leaders has begun, with nominations now open for the 2024 McKinnon Prize in Political Leadership. The McKinnon Prize, the nation’s foremost independent, non-partisan award for political leadership, recognises politicians who have demonstrated vision, courage, collaboration, and ethical behaviour. The 2024 edition will once again feature three categories: … Continued

Media Release – Minister Keogh – 2024 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards Finalists Announced

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OFFICIAL     THE HON MATT KEOGH MP Minister for VETERANS’ AFFAIRS MINISTER FOR DEFENCE PERSONNEL   MEDIA RELEASE 15 October 2024   2024 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards Finalists Announced Today I’m pleased to announce Australia’s top employers and employees in the veteran community, the 2024 finalists for the Prime Minister’s National Veteran … Continued

MND and dementia education for carers now free on Ask Annie app

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Over 50% of people with MND can experience cognitive change Up to 15% will develop frontotemporal dementia   Quality education for community carers is vital With the support of FightMND, Dementia Australia has created a new course on motor neurone disease (MND) in the free mobile app Ask Annie for community carers.   Dementia Australia … Continued