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‘My Health Choices My Way’: UNSW to lead $2 million project to support young Australians with intellectual disability

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UNSW Sydney researchers will lead a $2 million five-year project to transform how young Australians with intellectual disability experience health care as they move into adulthood. Funded through the federal government’s Medical Research Future Fund, ‘My Health Choices My Way’ will develop practical resources to help young people with intellectual disability navigate the shift from … Continued

TOP TEN TIPS FOR HSC STUDENTS TO WIN THE FINAL WEEKS

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As Year 12 students head towards the HSC exams, OneSchool Global (OSG) Australian Director of Education Paul Maher has shared the top 10 tips that will help them make the most of their final weeks of study.   Mr Maher said if students tackle their preparation with a practical and strategic mindset, they can stay focused … Continued

PWDA Welcomes the Announcement on the New Support Needs Assessment Tool and the Commitment to Adapting the Tool Through Codesign to Ensure it is Fit for Purpose

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  People with Disability Australia (PWDA) welcomes the National Disability Insurance Agency’s announcement of a new support needs assessment tool, and commends the considered approach taken to its selection.  PWDA is encouraged by the decision to licence the I-CAN version 6 tool and to adapt it in collaboration with the disability community. This represents a … Continued

International students make significant contribution to Australian economy

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25 September 2025 A new study from Jobs and Skills Australia has confirmed international students are boosting the Australian economy and workforce.    The International Students Pathways and Outcomes Study examines the experiences, study choices and labour market outcomes of international students who began studying in Australia in 2010-11 and subsequent years, tracking their progress … Continued

Children suffer as hidden victims of coercive control in NSW, especially in regional areas

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Barnardos Australia warns that children in regional NSW are bearing the brunt of coercive control, as new crime statistics reveal rural communities are experiencing dramatically higher rates than other areas. The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research quarterly report shows regional NSW recorded 170 coercive control incidents from July 2024 to June 2025 compared … Continued

MEDIA ALERT: Youth wellbeing initiative Blue Minds to visit seven local high schools amid algal bloom crisis

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Somerton Park, South Australia – September 25, 2025: National youth wellbeing initiative Blue Minds is bringing hope and action to the state of South Australia visiting seven high schools to support children with eco anxiety following months of a devastating algal bloom.  Blue Minds, a partnership between Surfers For Climate and The Good Human Factory, … Continued

Media release – Minister Keogh – Free access to support for veterans

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    THE HON MATT KEOGH MP Minister for VETERANS’ AFFAIRS MINISTER FOR DEFENCE PERSONNEL   MEDIA RELEASE 24 September 2025 FREE access to SUPPORT FOR VETERANS More fee-free, high-quality advice for veterans about how to access services and supports is being made available with almost $5 million in funding from the Albanese Labor Government. … Continued