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SYDNEY (20 MAY 2024)―Figures just released under Freedom of Information have again shown the overwhelming failure of the NSW’s shark nets with almost 90% of the animals caught during the 2024/25 season being non-target species. Of the 223 animals caught in this antiquated and deadly program, only 24 (or 11%) were targeted sharks (tiger, bull, … Continued
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North Sydney Council extends a warm thank you to the thousands of volunteers in our community during National Volunteer Week. We encourage everyone to get involved. Over 10,000 people in the North Sydney local government area volunteer, according to the 2021 Census. That’s about 1 in 6 people who share their time and skills to … Continued
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ACOSS is calling on the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut interest rates again tomorrow, warning that continued financial pressure is hitting people on low and modest incomes the hardest. “With inflation now consistently within the RBA’s target range, further interest rate reductions are clearly needed to avoid further harm to people under severe strain,” … Continued
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Victoria’s peak body for social services has welcomed the Victorian Government’s pre-budget announcement of free public transport for all children across the state, following its free weekend travel for seniors commitment. Free public transport is a powerful enabler of educational and wellbeing outcomes for school-age children. It has been the focus of sustained advocacy by … Continued
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Homelessness NSW has welcomed the ending of no-grounds evictions which comes into effect today as a positive step towards ending the housing and homelessness crisis. “Eviction from private rentals is one of the main causes of homelessness,” said Homelessness NSW CEO Dominique Rowe. “Ending unfair no-grounds evictions will help to keep people in … Continued
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The Essential Services Commission has today welcomed the release of a discussion paper designed to help the energy and water sectors identify risks and prevent harm for customers experiencing family violence. In 2024, the commission formed a partnership with leaders in family violence and economic abuse prevention to promote the design of safer systems and … Continued
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A world-leading housing analytics lab led by UNSW Sydney researchers will bring together academics, industry, government and not-for-profits in a coordinated effort to tackle Australia’s critical housing affordability and supply crisis. The facility will be launched on Monday at Sydney’s Tech Central in South Eveleigh. It is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including live dashboards of real-time … Continued
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Below can be attributed to Act for Kids: Act for Kids welcomes a commission of inquiry to promote learning and explore ways to strengthen the child protection system. As a society our goal must always be to protect children and their right to live safe, healthy lives. Any review that can guide individuals, communities and … Continued
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Family First will move to protect toddlers from harmful sexual and gender-fluid indoctrination at childcare centres if elected at the up-coming South Australian, Victorian and NSW elections. This follows revelations that an Adelaide childcare centre is today introducing 18-month to four-year-olds to LGBTIQA+ concepts as part of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia … Continued
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The National Automotive Leasing and Salary Packaging Association (NALSPA) has welcomed the appointment of Senator Larissa Waters as the new Leader of the Australian Greens, highlighting her longstanding commitment to environmental progress, women’s health, and workplace rights, and tackling the rising cost-of-living for Australian families. NALSPA CEO Rohan Martin congratulated Senator Waters on her appointment, … Continued
