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THURSDAY, 10 OCTOBER 2024: International Day of the Girl, celebrated Friday 11 October, focuses on empowering girls around the world. This year’s theme, “Learn Today, Change Tomorrow,” resonates deeply with 20-year-old Palvisha Farooq, whose life has been transformed through the power of education. Her story is a testament to how learning can break the cycle … Continued
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THURSDAY, 10 OCTOBER 2024: HCF, Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, has partnered with the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute to deliver free life-saving heart health checks to eligible HCF members in regional communities across Australia, through the HCF Healthy Hearts Roadshow. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Australia, accounting for one in … Continued
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As the nation experiences our worst cost of living and housing crisis an increasing number of children are living in poverty. Researchers have predicted that Australia’s child poverty rate could surpass the current rate of 17%, or 1 in 6 children, but the true nature isn’t known because Australia doesn’t define, measure or report child poverty rates. The … Continued
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Town Crier Graham Keating will gather crowds on George Street to hear the Declaration of the Poll for the City of Sydney’s Lord Mayor and Councillors for the next four-year term. WHAT: Declaration of the Poll ceremony on the steps of Town Hall followed by picture opportunity with the elected representatives DATE: Thursday … Continued
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More than 9,000 dogs and cats are handed to Australian shelters each year because owners are no longer able to keep them in their home, or are no longer capable of caring for them, a new La Trobe University study has found. The study, Association of Socioeconomic Status and Reasons for Companion Animal Relinquishment, published … Continued
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The City of Sydney is spending $8.5 million upgrading intersections across Glebe to make walking safer and more inviting. Residents are already enjoying improvements along Catherine Street and St Johns, Glebe Point and Wigram roads. Works will also begin in the coming months on improvements along Wentworth Park Road. “We’re committed to making our … Continued
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The National Health Services Union has strongly endorsed an open letter from Aged Care Minister Anika Wells to residential aged care providers, which calls out the sector’s lack of accountability. National Secretary Lloyd Williams praised Minister Wells’ initiative: “This open letter is a crucial step towards addressing the longstanding issues in our aged care system. … Continued
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Great news for recycling enthusiasts in the Bathurst region of NSW! Return and Earn has launched an innovative “Takes All” trial that is set to transform how you recycle your bottles and cans. No more pre-sorting of containers – you can now drop all your eligible containers through any single chute at our updated machines, … Continued
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World Pickleball Weekend on the Central Coast! The Office of Sport is partnering with Central Coast Council and local Pickleball organisations to deliver an extended weekend of free Pickleball activities from Thursday 10 – Sunday 13 October. Recognising World Pickleball Day on 10 October, local pickleball organisations will come together to host ‘World … Continued
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Sydney’s Central Station will step back in time as the annual Transport Heritage Expo returns this October long weekend (5 – 7 October 2024). Visitors will have a wide range of experiences to choose from, with heritage train, bus, and steamboat rides operating across the city, along with unique offerings at Central Station, including tours … Continued
