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Aged care reforms need tweaking to protect residents and nurses

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The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is concerned by the finding in the latest report of the Inspector-General of Aged Care that, despite significant positive reforms to improve care in the aged care system, registered nurses are feeling “exposed” without the support of enrolled nurses in aged care settings.   ACN welcomes the Inspector General’s … Continued

Audit Committee requests an external review of the Parliamentary Budget Office

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The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) has requested that an independent post-election review of the operations of the Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) be undertaken and that this should be conducted externally. Committee Chair Josh Burns MP stated that ‘one of the JCPAA’s legislative responsibilities is to consider whether the operations of the PBO should … Continued

CHOICE JOINS CLICK-TO-CANCEL CALL

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Key Facts: CHOICE consumer organisation joins alliance to combat subscription traps and hard-to-cancel online subscriptions in Australia Research shows 75% of Australians struggle to cancel subscriptions, with losses estimated at $46 million due to deceptive practices Five consumer groups signed an open letter to Assistant Treasury Minister requesting government protection against manipulative subscription practices Senator … Continued

Welcome to Willoughby – Celebrating Welcoming Week 2025

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Willoughby City Council is proud to celebrate Welcoming Week 2025 from 12 to 21 September – an annual campaign that promotes the value of welcoming and inclusive communities across Australia. As part of this year’s celebrations, Council will host a special Welcome to Willoughby event on Thursday 18 September in Chatswood Mall Market. The free … Continued

Free school holiday fun: outdoor adventures, Diwali celebrations and more

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Families are invited to enjoy North Sydney Council’s exciting program of fun school holiday activities this spring. From bushwalks and kayaking to eco play and storytelling, there’s something for every child to discover. A special highlight is the Fun-Festival of Light at Stanton Library, celebrating Diwali with vibrant cultural activities. North Sydney Mayor Zoë Baker … Continued

CHOICE JOINS CLICK-TO-CANCEL CALL

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Key Facts: CHOICE consumer organisation joins alliance to combat subscription traps and hard-to-cancel online subscriptions in Australia Research shows 75% of Australians struggle to cancel subscriptions, with losses estimated at $46 million due to deceptive practices Five consumer groups signed an open letter to Assistant Treasury Minister requesting government protection against manipulative subscription practices Senator … Continued

‘Choose action’: Pacific civil society calls on Albanese to deliver strong climate plan and reject North West Shelf extension

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HONIARA, SOLOMON ISLANDS, Thursday 11 September 2025 — At the Pacific Islands Forum, Greenpeace Australia Pacific and the Pacific Islands Climate Action Network (PICAN) have called for climate accountability from Prime Minister Albanese, stating an approval of the North West Shelf gas project and a failure to set a 1.5C-aligned climate plan would amount to … Continued

SSI condemns wave of racist attacks in Queensland, calls for implementation of anti-racism framework recommendations

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        Leading refugee resettlement and multicultural services provider SSI has condemned a wave of racist and Islamophobic incidents across Queensland, which have left the community scared for their safety and feeling unsafe sending their children to school. A rise in racist attacks has followed two bomb threats on Islamic facilities in the past … Continued

Australians for Mental Health welcomes NSW suicide-prevention legislation, calls for it to be expanded to all debt collectors

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Australians for Mental Health welcomes NSW suicide-prevention legislation, calls for it to be expanded to all debt collectors    Australians for Mental Health has welcomed the passing of landmark legislation in the NSW Parliament, which will require state agencies and departments to weigh the risks of suicide when issuing fines.    The suicide prevention bill … Continued