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Pregnant women might not be receiving nicotine replacement therapy long enough to quit smoking: study

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A global study reveals how many women use pharmacotherapies to quit smoking during pregnancy, noting possible gaps in support. Maternal use of quit smoking medicine aligns with current clinical advice, but low completion rates of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) may mean that pregnant women need more support to successfully quit smoking, a review of prescription … Continued

MEDIA RELEASE: With violence against women on the rise, comedians target beer-drinking, sports-betting ‘Aussie Bloke’ ad stereotype in new gender equality campaign

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Launching today, comedians Alex Lee and Lewis Garnham take aim at harmfulgender stereotypes in advertising – a new Women’s Health Victoria campaign. shEqual, Women’s Health Victoria’s advertising equality project, has today released ‘Commercial Breakdown’, a new campaign shedding light on the dangerous gender stereotypes currently showing in Australian ads. In the midst of Australia’s current crisis of … Continued

The Pinnacle Foundation celebrates 15-year anniversary and 100+ annual scholarships, as 2025 applications open from 1 July

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From regional roots in Inverell to international scholar in Berlin, aspiring business student and LQBTQIA+ advocate among the many Pinnacle Foundation program beneficiaries.  Sydney/Melbourne, Australia, 1 July 2024 – The Pinnacle Foundation, Australian LGBTQIA+ education charity, is celebrating a dual milestone this year. The foundation has reached a remarkable achievement, awarding over 100 scholarships to … Continued

Teaching degrees coming to the Riverina for local students

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Aspiring teachers in the Riverina will be able to study from their hometown for an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) degree with UNSW Sydney. The UNSW School of Education will offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in teaching to Riverina locals from 2025. Locals will be able to commence their journey to a teaching degree with a … Continued

CDU outlines 22 policy requests for next NT Government

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Charles Darwin University (CDU) has outlined a series of education, infrastructure, economic, cultural and science policy requests for the next Northern Territory Government.  The University has compiled a list of 22 policy requests and delivered it to all Members of the Legislative Assembly in the leadup to the 2024 Northern Territory General Election.  The policy … Continued

Mahmood Mosque Welcomes the Community to NAIDOC Week Morning Tea

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The Imam of Adelaide’s largest mosque, Mahmood Mosque, invites the community to a NAIDOC Week Morning Tea. Join us on Sunday, July 7th, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM to celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures, and remarkable achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hon Kyam Maher MLC, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs … Continued

Disability Advocates Remind Australia that Legislation Change is Not Required to Fix Much of What is Needed to Get NDIS Right

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Available for Comment  Radio – Live, Pre-recorded and Talkback  TV Print    Mr River Night  Leading National Disability Sector Advocate Co-founder at Developing Australian Communities  Public Officer at the National Disability Leadership Organisation Mr Night is physically located in Brisbane this week and is available to travel. Mr Night is an adult Living with Disability, … Continued

STEPS Group Empowers Communities with Expanded Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program

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STEPS Group is proud to announce the expansion of its successful Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program, following the award of a significant contract from the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. This expansion extends STEPS’ services to the Townsville, Wide Bay, and Sunshine Coast regions, commencing 1 July. STEPS Group, a … Continued