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Malpa Project Achieves Remarkable Gains in Indigenous School Attendance and Engagement—Yet Still Awaits Government Support FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE As federal and state governments grapple with persistent challenges in boosting school attendance and performance—particularly among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children—the Malpa Project stands as a proven beacon of success. For 15 years, this innovative, … Continued
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Indigenous-focused research made up 17 per cent of Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) total research outputs between 2018 and 2024, according to a review which places the university well-above the estimated national average. The review, conducted by CDU’s Office of Research and Innovation, worked to codify CDU’s Indigenous-focused research to determine how many publications met the … Continued
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1 October 2025 Today marks International Day of Older Persons, an opportunity to celebrate the resilience and wisdom of older Australians, and the importance of respecting their ongoing contribution to Australian society. Relationships Australia NSW CEO Elisabeth Shaw said the life experience and skills of older Australians are a welcome and valued resource for younger … Continued
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Key Facts: 1 in 7 Australian women risk being diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, with 58 people diagnosed daily Over 10,000 working-age Australian women diagnosed in 2022 will lose an estimated $1.4 billion in wages over the next decade, equivalent to 1.5 years of full-time work per person While the average diagnosis age … Continued
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Key Facts: *Latest AIHW data shows national BreastScreen program has flatlined for 20 years * BCNA calling for immediate action on delayed reforms to outdated screening program *National program – State inequities *Screening saves lives, poor program uptake will cost lives. Available for interview: Vicki Durston – BCNA, Director Policy, Advocacy and Support Services 1st October … Continued
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Dubai, UAE, 1 October 2025: Dubai Airports, the operator of the busiest international airport, has enlisted Paralympian Jessica Smith OAM, alongside Emirati disability rights expert Fatma Al Jassim, and Dubai-based advocacy foundation, Team AngelWolf as strategic advisors to help make Dubai International (DXB) the world’s most accessible and inclusive airport. The appointment of Smith … Continued
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Physical Disability Australia is deeply concerned with recent changes made by South Australia’s Access Taxis and their new policy to remove customers’ abilities to request specific drivers. Our understanding behind this policy change is related to a lack of Access Cab drivers on the road when needed and a desire to share the load … Continued
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A world-first collaboration between Australian and U.S. leaders in space education will see NSW teachers at the forefront of global learning, with the launch of the Aldrin / Andy Thomas Ambassador Program. NSW Department of Education Secretary Murat Dizdar announced the initiative during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2025 in Sydney. “This is a powerful … Continued
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NSW Premier Chris Minns has congratulated 15 of the state’s best teachers whose commitment to quality education has been rewarded with a 2026 Premier’s Teacher Scholarship. In announcing the winners at Parliament House, Premier Minns said it was an honour to celebrate of one of this state’s most valuable resources – our teachers. “These scholarships are designed to … Continued
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The largest study of its kind has found menopause is not associated with an increased risk of disability in women with multiple sclerosis (MS). Until now, the impact of reduced sex hormones on women with MS had only been the subject of small studies, some with conflicting results. Published in JAMA Neurology, the Monash University-led … Continued
