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Plan International supports relief efforts after Vanuatu earthquake

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A powerful 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu on Tuesday, causing widespread destruction.   The quake reduced buildings to rubble, triggered landslides, and disrupted power and telecom infrastructure. Multiple aftershocks have further compounded the challenges, leaving communications disrupted and the airport closed.   “The destruction caused by this earthquake is heart-wrenching. Our … Continued

MEDIA RELEASE: Snow gum extinction on the agenda this February

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A landscape full of ghosts, the silver sheen of dead snow gum trees now decorates the rolling mountains of the Australian Alps. An inaugural event to explore how to save the iconic snow gum from extinction will be held on February 14-16 at Dinner Plain Village in the Victorian high country.   The Snow Gum … Continued

Help Reduce Social Isolation and Loneliness this Holiday Season by Volunteering in your Community

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Help Reduce Social Isolation and Loneliness this Holiday Season by Volunteering in your Community  Australians with chronic health conditions are 1.5 times more likely to experience persistent loneliness compared to those with no chronic health conditions*   Frenchs Forest, NSW – 19 December 2024: Social isolation and loneliness are often a year-long struggle for many people … Continued

Discounted EV loans a cost-of-living win

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The federal government’s new discounted loans for EVs is a cost-of-living win for Australians who want a cheaper-to-run car but need help with the upfront purchase, the Electric Vehicle Council said.   Low and middle-income earners, and essential workers can access the low interest loans to buy new and used battery electric vehicles, and home … Continued

Strathpine Aged Care Resident Bryan Doyle Honoured in Queensland Rail’s 130th Anniversary Edition

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Strathpine Aged Care is proud to share that resident Bryan Doyle has been featured in the Queensland Rail Express 130th Anniversary edition. The special publication highlights the incredible legacy of the Doyle family, highlighting how four generations have dedicated themselves to Queensland Rail.   Bryan Doyle’s remarkable career spans 46 years, his contribution reflects a … Continued

MEDIA RELEASE: Protests at ANZ Bank’s AGM highlight banks ties to genocide in Occupied Palestine

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Community members from the Palestinian, climate and environment movement will be staging a peaceful protest at ANZ Bank’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) this Thursday December 19 from 8.30am at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) 1 Convention Centre Pl South Wharf, Victoria. Individuals and groups are staging the protest over the bank’s financial ties to … Continued

Coeur Provides Silvertip Exploration Update

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Program successfully doubles the strike length of Southern Silver Zone mineralization Presence of elevated critical minerals suggest closer proximity to heat source Regional exploration identifies new high-priority district targets CHICAGO–BUSINESS WIRE– Coeur Mining, Inc. (“Coeur” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CDE) today provided initial results of its 2024 exploration program at its wholly-owned Silvertip polymetallic critical … Continued