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William Tilmouth, an Arrernte man from Alice Springs/Mparntwe, has received Australia’s top human rights honour for his lifelong commitment to advancing opportunity, justice and self-determination for First Peoples. Mr Tilmouth was awarded the Human Rights Medal at the Australian Human Rights Awards in Sydney tonight, joining other outstanding advocates for equality and social justice in the … Continued
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Australia’s 2025 human rights heroes will be announced at the Australian Human Rights Awards in Sydney tonight. The Awards honour individuals and organisations from across the country who work to improve people’s lives. This year’s event features: Announcement of the prestigious Human Rights Medal recipient, and awards for advancing human rights in the … Continued
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Key Facts: Australians are struggling more than ever this Christmas Recent national research commissioned by The Salvation Army shows: 21% of Australians are concerned their children will miss out on presents Over 4.2 million people (19%) will go without food to afford Christmas 1 in 5 will sacrifice medical treatment and essential bills 10.8 … Continued
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Alcohol and other health harms are set to increase and hard-won public health progress wind back if the world’s first health promotion foundation, VicHealth, is absorbed into the Victorian Department of Health, according to the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE). VicHealth has had a standout record in prevention and health promotion, with pioneering … Continued
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Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Free Tax Clinic has been named one of five finalists for Shaping Australia’s 2025 Community Champion Award. The prestigious award recognises an individual, team, or university with deep ties to the community, with judges looking for entries that showcase tangible improvements in the lives of locals, lasting impact, and genuine connection. … Continued
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Homelessness NSW strongly backs the NSW Government’s decision to raze Wentworth Park to build 2,500 new homes. “Providing housing to the people of Sydney is far more important than watching dogs race around a track,” said Homelessness NSW CEO Dominique Rowe. “Turning Wentworth Park into a public space and building 2,500 new … Continued
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Despite around 9,000 people being rescued by lifesavers each year, drowning deaths in Australia continue to rise, with one in three drowning victims born overseas. A new project led by Monash University is hoping to reverse this trend by developing an innovative tool to educate migrants on beach safety. Many migrants are required to sit … Continued
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Australia’s 2025 human rights heroes will be announced at the Australian Human Rights Awards in Sydney on Friday. The Awards honour individuals and organisations from across the country who work to improve people’s lives. This year’s event features: Announcement of the prestigious Human Rights Medal recipient, and awards for advancing human rights in … Continued
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Key Facts: Life expectancy for Australians living with DMD have increased from 18 for those borne before 1970, to around 30 today. As adult care remains fragmented and inconsistent between hospitals and States, the Symposium will develop global multi-disciplinary care recommendations. MEDIA RELEASE A world-first International Symposium dedicated to improving multi-disciplinary clinical care for adults living … Continued
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Charles Darwin University (CDU) is pleased to appoint Clare Armitage as the new Manager and Curator for its 3600-strong art collection. In her role, Ms Armitage will oversee the University’s collection and the Midpul Art Gallery, ensuring they remain in vibrant spaces for creativity and cultural exchange. With a passion for connecting communities through art, … Continued
