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Critical skills shortages threaten Australia’s renewable energy transition

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A new report by the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) at the University of Technology Sydney, in collaboration with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) shows Australia’s electricity sector is poised for significant job growth but warns of potential skills shortages that could threaten the transition to a clean energy future. The study was facilitated … Continued

World Contraception Day reminds us that access to contraception is a human right

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To mark World Contraception Day on 26 September, Sustainable Population Australia says access to contraception is a human right, yet 257 million women globally are trying to avoid pregnancy without access to any form of modern contraception. This makes them vulnerable to unintended pregnancy, unsafe abortion and preventable maternal death. SPA national president Peter Strachan … Continued

Guidebook to increase student inclusion, retention and unit completion

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A new learning resource designed to engage First Nations students to complete courses and succeed in tertiary education will be rolled out to Charles Darwin University (CDU) lecturers from today. The lecturer guidebook by researchers from CDU’s Northern Institute and Faculty of Arts and Society aims to support lecturers engaging with First Nations students in ways that demonstrate and … Continued

SPORTING EVENTS AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE

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Major sporting events such as this weekend’s AFL Grand Final, the NRL Grand Final and November’s Melbourne Cup, bring joy to many Australians, but there is a darker side to the celebrations. La Trobe University expert Dr Kirsty Forsdike has extensive experience researching the spike in domestic violence during these major sporting events. Dr Forsdike … Continued

Fun, free things to do these school holidays

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If your kids like to run, ride and read, check out what they can do for free in the City of Sydney during the spring school holidays.   Parks and playgrounds   There are lots of great parks and playgrounds across the inner city. With more than 400 parks to choose from, you can spend … Continued

Merz Aesthetics Announces the Launch of Ultherapy PRIME Platform as the Next Generation of Nonsurgical Skin Lifting Treatments

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Ultherapy PRIME is the latest FDA-cleared ultrasound technology with real-time imaging that provides a truly personalized and long-lasting lift where it’s most beneficial for each patient. RALEIGH, N.C.–BUSINESS WIRE– Merz Aesthetics, the world’s largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, announced today the launch of Ultherapy PRIME – a noninvasive, FDA-cleared medical aesthetics treatment that provides a … Continued

‘Don’t leave us behind’: allied health professionals urge action on placement poverty

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As the Senate Education Employment Legislation Committee scrutinises the University Accord (Student Support and Other Measures) Bill, the Health Services Union (HSU) is renewing its call for the Federal Government to extend paid placements to allied health. Under the Bill, some social workers, nurses and teachers undertaking mandatory placement will be eligible for means-tested financial … Continued

Ideagen earns prestigious recognition in the 2024 The Educator Service Provider Awards

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SYDNEY–BUSINESS WIRE– Ideagen is delighted to announce its inclusion in the prestigious 2024 The Educator Service Provider Awards, a comprehensive roundup in the school sector that highlights the best in the industry. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240923395509/en/ David Griffiths, President, Ideagen Australia and New Zealand (Photo: Business Wire) Its … Continued

Vasey RSL Care Stunned by Housing Australia Future Funding Rejection

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Vasey RSL Care, one of Australia’s leading providers of housing for veterans, has expressed deep disappointment after its bid to secure funding for an affordable housing development in Bundoora under the Federal Government’s Housing Australia Future Fund was rejected.   The news comes just two weeks after the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide … Continued

Andoo Team Australia

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The Andoo Team Australia youth crew have smashed out a convincing win today in race 7 of 8,  to secure their spot in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup semi-final tomorrow in Barcelona.  The Andoo Australia youth squad, led by Skipper Cole Tapper, with co-helm Jack Ferguson and trimmers Max Paul and Tom Needham relished the return of winds in … Continued