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Deadly DIY: Home Renovations Linked to 51% of Mesothelioma Deaths – Asbestos Awareness Month

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Key Facts: 1-in-3 Australian homes contain asbestos 4000 Austrians die annually from an asbestos-related disease – three-times the 2024 national road toll. 89% of mesothelioma patients reported possible or probable exposure in non-occupational contexts – 51% undertaking the renovations and 38% living in a home undergoing renovations ANY home built or renovated prior to 1990 will … Continued

Melrose Park Community Cup Proves a Winner for Local Groups

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Key Facts: * The 7th Melrose Park Community Cup golf day held at Ryde Parramatta last Thursday raised $102,000 for local organisations. * Six community recipients will share in the proceeds from the day, including Parramatta Women’s Shelter and Melrose Park Public School. * The annual event has now raised more than $600,000 for local … Continued

The Witch of Romania brings ancient european magic to Australia

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Key Facts: Vanesa, known as The Witch of Romania, is one of Europe’s most respected traditional witches. Her artistic project, “The Legacy of the Witch”, is featured on the international platform PhMuseum. The project preserves and celebrates ancient Romanian rituals passed down through generations of women. Currently based in Sydney, Australia, she explores the cultural … Continued

New report unpacks evidence-based approaches to preventing crime by children

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A new report on evidence-based initiatives to prevent and respond to crime by children is set to bolster the 2024 landmark report on child justice reform from Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner.      Evidence-based approaches to child justice contains case studies from Australia, Scotland, USA, Netherlands and Spain, and is a supplement to ‘Help Way Earlier!’ How … Continued