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Monash University Professor awarded prestigious research fellowship to support Gunaikurnai archaeological discoveries

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Professor Bruno David from the Monash Indigenous Studies Centre has been awarded an Australian Research Council (ARC) Industry Laureate Fellowship to research coastal archaeological sites and preserve Indigenous cultural heritage with the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GKLaWAC).   Professor David is just one of eight new Fellows announced by the ARC across Australia, … Continued

Rael, the Machiah, denounces the genocide perpetrated by Israel

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Las Vegas, May 2, 2024 — In a sharp statement, Machiah Rael has vigorously denounced Israel for what he describes as a genocide against the Palestinian people. Machiah warns that the survival of Israel hangs in the balance unless the state recognises him as the long-awaited Messiah and the last Messenger of the Elohim. He … Continued

WA Government Budget Skills Funding Boost Backs Student Choice In Training

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The 2024 Western Australian Government budget’s approach to skills training funding is a model that other states and territories could follow, according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers. “The extra $22 million for students to study with quality independent training … Continued

Women’s Health Victoria welcomes renewed funding for women’s health services in the Victorian State Budget 2024-25

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MEDIA STATEMENT Women’s Health Victoria welcomes renewed funding for women’s health services in the Victorian State Budget 2024-25 MELBOURNE – 8 May 2024 Women’s Health Victoria welcomes the announcement made on Tuesday in the 2024-25 Victorian State Budget of renewed funding to provide preventative health promotion and education to Victorian women, as well as a … Continued

Say her name – Mother’s Day when your mum has died

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This Mother’s Day let’s celebrate all mum’s including the memories of those no longer with us. It’s hard to escape the advertising and calls to ‘spoil mum’ are a painful reminder for those whose mums have died, made worse by well-meaning but misguided comments from others who simply don’t know what to say. “Say her … Continued

Eastern Health launches new Aboriginal cancer clinic addressing health gap

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• nangnak warr bagora is a new cancer clinic at Eastern Health Healesville, providing culturally appropriate care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples battling the disease. • nangnak warr bagora was officially launched by was officially launched by Victorian Parliamentary Secretary for Health Infrastructure, Tim Richardson at a ceremony on Thursday afternoon. • Engagement … Continued

Call the midwife: mothers report resounding success of maternity care model

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Mothers have described feeling “empowered” and “respected” during their labour and birth at a small rural hospital in Victoria’s Goldfields region that has adopted a midwifery continuity of carer model, labelled as “gold standard” by La Trobe University experts. This is amid a decline of more than 200 birthing suites across rural and remote locations … Continued

Local Aboriginal knowledge and cultural centre to open in Redfern

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WHAT:           Official opening of local Aboriginal knowledge and cultural centre. 119 Redfern Street is a centre for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to gather, share knowledge and practise culture in the heart of Redfern. WHO:              Lord Mayor of Sydney Clover Moore AO Welcome to Country – City of Sydney Councillor Yvonne Weldon, Metropolitan … Continued

Approaching hearing loss with empathy this Mother’s Day

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With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s important to raise awareness of hearing loss and how to approach the topic with empathy with your loved ones.   Recent research commissioned by hearing experts Audika, found more than a third (36%)1 of the respondents mentioned hearing their loved ones speak as their favorite sound.   … Continued