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The impact of mild cognitive impairment and dementia on social skills

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Research using participants from one of Australia’s largest and longest running studies of ageing has looked at the impact of mild cognitive impairment and dementia on a person’s ability to interact in social contexts. Social cognition refers to the set of social skills and abilities that people use to understand and interpret other people’s thoughts … Continued

Thirty years too long to turn a blind eye to world population growth

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  Talent Alert:  Sustainable Population Australia, Dr Jane O’Sullivan responds to 30th anniversary of UN ICPD   September 13 marks thirty years since the United Nations International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) in Cairo effectively denounced population stabilisation as a development goal. Sustainable Population Australia (SPA) argues it is time for a reset. “World … Continued

Future Trends in Beauty Available in new NielsenIQ (NIQ) Global Beauty Innovation Report

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Personal Care Brands embracing innovation in 2023 are 2.5 times more likely to see sales growth. 20% of 2023 innovation launches in Europe were in skin and hair care categories. Effective activation leads to 20% lift in ad-driven sales. CHICAGO–BUSINESS WIRE– In the ever-evolving beauty industry, understanding and fulfilling meaningful consumer needs has become paramount, … Continued

Emma Memma twirls into Government House to celebrate 140 years of Expression Australia, the nation’s oldest Deaf society.

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MEDIA RELEASE September 12, 2024 Expression Australia, the nation’s oldest Deaf Society has been recognised for it’s 140 years of service to the Deaf and hard of hearing community at Government House in Melbourne today. Deaf people in Victoria once enjoyed their gatherings under the dim glow of gaslights, where they could easily communicate in … Continued

Senators To Hear How Government Reforms Will Kill International Education Jobs

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Advice that the Senate has decided to accept further submissions on the Education Services for Overseas Students Amendment (Quality and Integrity) Bill 2024 has been welcomed by the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education sectors. Just as the Senate Education and Employment Legislation … Continued

Vale Bill Whittaker

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It is with deep sadness that Health Equity Matters and the National Association of People with HIV Australia (NAPWHA) note the passing of Bill Whittaker, a visionary leader and tireless advocate in Australia’s community-led response to HIV.   Bill Whittaker’s journey with HIV began in the earliest days of the epidemic, before effective treatments were … Continued

The Fans Strike Back: The Force lands in Australia this November

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This November, The Fans Strike Back exhibition will make its Australian debut at The District Docklands. Following its record-breaking tour across New York, Los Angeles, London, Madrid, and Paris, this immersive showcase features one of the world’s largest private collections of Star Wars’ inspired memorabilia, offering fans an unparalleled journey through the iconic universe. This dynamic experience … Continued

South Coast Teachers Rally for Fair School Funding

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South Coast teachers will rally for the future of our kids as the Albanese Government faces increasing pressure to fully fund the region’s public schools. A shocking report released on Friday highlights the growing inequality between public and  private schools. RALLY DETAILS Gilmore Location: Nowra High School Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024 Time: 8AM South Coast … Continued

Arndell Anglican College student wins Torrens University Bright Award

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  Eesha Chand, Arndell Anglican College student is a winner in the Visual Arts category of Torrens University’s Bright Awards.  Judges applauded her work saying, “Eesha’s work demonstrates exceptional precision, creativity, and a high standard of artistic excellence.”  Professor Scott Thompson-Whiteside, Executive Dean, Design and Creative Technology, said the Bright Awards illustrate Torrens University’s commitment to … Continued