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First Nations people from across the continent have gathered on Gadigal Land/Sydney this week for the inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit hosted by the Albanese government. Attached is a joint statement, co-written by First Nations advisers at ACF and WWF-Australia and signed by more than 40 groups and individuals, which calls on government and business … Continued
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As the mental health crisis among young Australians intensifies, many are struggling to enter and remain in the workforce. Rising rates of youth experiencing anxiety, depression and stress are creating significant barriers to employment, leaving a generation at risk of long-term financial hardship and social isolation. According to headspace’s recent National Youth Mental Health Survey, … Continued
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THURSDAY, 10 OCTOBER 2024: International Day of the Girl, celebrated Friday 11 October, focuses on empowering girls around the world. This year’s theme, “Learn Today, Change Tomorrow,” resonates deeply with 20-year-old Palvisha Farooq, whose life has been transformed through the power of education. Her story is a testament to how learning can break the cycle … Continued
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BRISBANE, Australia–BUSINESS WIRE– In today’s competitive job market, companies are looking for unique ways to attract and retain top talent. While health insurance and gym memberships remain staples, an increasing number of Australian employers are adding pet care benefits to their perks packages. One standout solution is Dial A Vet, offering online veterinary consultations that’s … Continued
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Charles Darwin University (CDU) will play a key role in a national initiative to boost teacher numbers courtesy of a first-time partnership with education charity, Teach for Australia (TFA). CDU will provide 75 Commonwealth Supported Places in conjunction with TFA wrap-around support to allow Bachelor of Education Secondary students to train and earn while they learn. The … Continued
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Clever technologies form part of smart manufacturing lab to train the next generation of Australian engineers A new $3m advanced manufacturing lab is being built by Applied Robotics for TAFE Queensland, funded through the Queensland Government’s $100 million Equipping TAFE for our Future program. The new lab, scheduled for installation in February 2025, will … Continued
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Aboriginal Incursions – Provide schools with traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and knowledge presented in inclusive cultural immersions for all Australian students, teachers and educators Connie, Sienna and Krystal Dawson run their 100% woman owned business Aboriginal Incursions delivering immersive First Nations Education workshops to the schools and early learning centres. Aboriginal … Continued
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Wednesday 9 October 2024 key points headspace’s new National Family Mental Health Survey reveals 8 in 10 (79%) family members are concerned about their young person’s mental health. Families are doing a good job of responding – almost half (45%) surveyed are having conversations around mental health with their young person weekly. But … Continued
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Ageism Awareness Day, initiated by EveryAGE Counts and now marked in many countries around the world, is on tomorrow 9 October. EveryAGE Counts is Australia’s national coalition of organisations and individuals committed to end ageism in Australia. Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment of older people based solely on their age and will impact on … Continued
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Women’s Health Victoria and Queen Victoria Women’s Centre are joining forces to present Beyond the Bias: a festival of women’s health and equity. From 10–31 October, join us at Queen Victoria Women’s Centre to celebrate women’s health and wellbeing and learn about gender equity in health across a range of free events, activities, and … Continued
