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Health Care: A Disappointing Budget “Why has health care been almost ignored in this year’s budget”, asks Dr Peter Davoren, Secretary, Doctors Reform Society. In January last year Health Minister Butler said, “Frankly I think our general practice right now is in the worst shape it has been in the 40-year history of Medicare,” … Continued
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The landscape of cancer care in Australia is set to transform with the launch today of a new network which will link cancer services across Australia, aiming to improve cancer outcomes and experiences for all Australians affected by cancer. The Australian Government announced the launch of the Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network (ACCN) at the Innovations … Continued
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New research from the Productivity Commission has unpacked changes to income and wealth levels during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The initial pandemic period saw an unprecedented decline in income inequality. The incomes of lower-income households grew rapidly in relative terms in the early stages of the pandemic, due to the massive increase in support payments from … Continued
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MEDIA RELEASEMonday 20 May 2024 Federal Coalition has no policy to address climate crisis Tomorrow marks two years since the federal Coalition lost the ‘Climate Election’ yet they still have no climate policy, no plan to reduce climate pollution and haven’t updated their 2030 emissions reduction target. “In 2022, Australians voted decisively for action on … Continued
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The Electric Vehicle Council has congratulated the Australian Parliament for passing New Vehicle Efficiency Standards into law today. EVC chief executive Behyad Jafari said the landmark decision represented a significant leap forward for Australia in its commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future. “This is a historic day. After multiple attempts by different governments, Australia … Continued
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Thursday 16 May: Parents for Climate is excited to welcome improved standards to Australia’s cars – among the world’s dirtiest. Nic Seton, CEO of Parents for Climate said: “This is a win for kids’ health, clean air, and families who want cheaper-to-run cars. Now Australia can join the rest of the world in cleaning up … Continued
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY 16 MAY 2024 Climate pollution and petrol bills coming down as New Vehicle Efficiency Standard set to pass Parliament AUSTRALIA IS OFF AND RACING on the road to cleaner cars that are cheaper to run, with the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard securing the support of Federal Parliament today. This reform … Continued
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY 16 MAY 2024 Climate pollution and petrol bills coming down as New Vehicle Efficiency Standard set to pass Parliament AUSTRALIA IS OFF AND RACING on the road to cleaner cars that are cheaper to run, with the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard securing the support of Federal Parliament today. This reform … Continued
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Despite making promises of Australia becoming a world-leading renewable energy superpower in this week’s Federal Budget, the Government failed to deliver on the fundamentals for local communities. On budget and off budget spending is concentrated on perpetuating outdated infrastructural norms and neglecting pivotal advancements in renewable energy transmission technology. While committing $22.7 billion over the … Continued
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16th of May 2024 The judgment in the Living Wonders Cases will be handed down at 11.15am AEST – the judgment is from a judicial review by three Federal Court judges who have assessed whether Australia’s Environment Minister, Tanya Plibersek, is required by law to scrutinise the climate harm of new coal and gas … Continued
