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Incoming US health department head, Robert F Kennedy Jr, has called for the removal of fluoride from drinking water. In contrast, the AMA Queensland last week urged local councils to reintroduce fluoride amid rising incidence of oral disease. The debate about the merits of adding fluoride to drinking water is as old as the practice … Continued
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The ARC Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (CEVAW) – the first of its kind in the world – will launch on Tuesday 3 December 2024. Made possible through a $35 million investment from the Australian Research Council, the Centre will address all forms of violence against women in Australia and … Continued
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December 3, 2024 Australia’s coal-fired power stations are outdated, unreliable, polluting and must be replaced soon. Australia’s Energy Market Operator (AEMO) expects them all to close by 2038 at the latest. In November 2024 at least four of NSW’s 12 coal powered generating units were shut down for maintenance. As these power stations age, the time, … Continued
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A diverse group of expert Australians from across the ideological divide will decide this year’s McKinnon Prize for outstanding political leadership. The McKinnon Prize Shortlisting Committee and Selection Panel are responsible for the two-tiered selection process. The McKinnon Prize is judged by a broad panel of esteemed former politicians – as well as a diverse … Continued
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It’s a ‘squeeze me’ moment for residents of North Sydney with a fleet of flash new Lime bikes arriving on their streets this December just in time for summer. Lime’s Gen4 e-bikes will now allow riders to travel seamlessly between North Sydney, Artarmon, St Leonards and Willoughby to Chatswood, all booked with ease either … Continued
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BLAZING THE TRAIL International Experts Create New Podcast on our Epic Human Story Sydney, Tuesday 3 December, 2024: Launched today, Blazing the Trail, a five-episode podcast series developed by Breakthru Productions, Australian Museum and University of Sydney, incorporates the latest human evolution evidence to take listeners on an epic journey from our earliest ancestors in … Continued
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This giving season, Australians are being warned to watch out for fake charity appeals. The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is warning that scammers often try to take advantage of our generosity at this time of year, as we celebrate the festive season. Commissioner Sue Woodward AM said many legitimate charities are running genuine … Continued
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GOLD COAST, Australia , Dec. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — STYLD. introduces their newest collection – Baby, Lets Go Outside – a tribute to the Australian Summer, where you are invited to embrace the art of mindful living with accessories that do not compromise on sustainability. Seamlessly blending the boundaries between indoor and alfresco, STYLD. … Continued
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MEDIA RELEASE ***VIDEO/PHOTOS available HERE Saturday, 29 November 2024 More than 240 farmers still recovering from Cyclone Gabrielle have received fencing materials as they gathered at the Rapid Relief Team’s (RRT) Farmers Community Connect event in Gisborne. A dedicated team of 58 RRT volunteers tirelessly loaded up fencing posts for thankful … Continued
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To mark the International Day of People with Disability on December 3, the Australian National Maritime Museum has announced it has made the Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibition more accessible by including integrated audio description and additional accessibility resources within the exhibition, designed for blind or partially sighted visitors. This initiative includes audio description … Continued
