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Improving access and amenity around Redfern station

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People walking and riding near Redfern station are now enjoying a safer and more accessible streetscape after the City of Sydney completed improvement works in the area.   The shared zone upgrade gives riders a clear path to connect with the existing Wilson Street cycleway, while supporting increased foot traffic to and from the upgraded … Continued

Major grants funding to boost local economy and cultural initiatives

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A major funding boost of more than $4.5 million in cash and in-kind support has been awarded to dozens of local businesses, community groups and creative organisations across Sydney.   The City of Sydney approved the funding for 137 projects that will celebrate Sydney’s culture and creativity, support the local economy, and encourage sustainability or … Continued

WA Wheatbelt to host Rabobank business transition and succession planning information sessions

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WA Wheatbelt-based primary producers have the opportunity to develop skills to assist with family farm succession and business transition at complimentary Rabo Client Council-hosted information sessions.   The practical Business Transition and Succession Planning information sessions will be held in Narrogin, Northam and Dalwallinu in early August.   The initiative has been led and funded by food … Continued

Rethinking justice and building change: leaders, experts and lived experience unite at Reintegration Puzzle Conference

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With Australia’s prison bill soaring beyond $6.8 billion per year for adults and another $1 billion for youth detention centres, leaders from the adult and children’s justice sectors, First Nations-community controlled and led organisations, researchers and people with lived experience have gathered in Mparntwe/Alice Springs to drive momentum for evidence-based reforms that improve community safety … Continued

Kicking gas out of homes to boost Victorians’ lungs and wallets

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 24 2025 THE VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT’S PLAN to help households get off polluting gas and make new homes all-electric from 2027 is a win for our climate, children’s health and cost of living. Climate Council CEO Amanda McKenzie said: “Gas is enormously expensive and polluting. This policy showcases sensible leadership from the … Continued

Maritime Heritage grants allow cultural organisations nationwide to preserve Australian maritime history

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The Australian National Maritime Museum has announced this year’s successful recipients in the latest round of grants under the Maritime Museums of Australia Project Support Scheme (MMAPSS). Museums and cultural organisations across the country will receive funding and support toward projects that protect and preserve Australia’s proud maritime heritage.   Twenty-five successful MMAPSS applications will … Continued

Return and Earn is even more convenient in Marsden Park

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Blacktown residents have even more locations to recycle their eligible bottles, cans and cartons with the opening of a new Return and Earn machine in Marsden Park. The Elara Shopping Village Return and Earn machine is the 28th return point in the Blacktown area, making it easier for residents to redeem their eligible containers and … Continued