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The Climate and Health Alliance was disappointed to see support from both major parties for the Middle Arm Industrial Precinct, despite significant evidence of the health risks provided by CAHA and allies to the inquiry. The Middle Arm Senate Inquiry handed down their report this week, which clearly outlines the risk to the health … Continued
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PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM – TONGA EXPERTS FOR COMMENT Friday, August 23. The following experts are attending the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Tonga next week and are available to provide comment. PIF is the most important annual political meeting for the Pacific region. The theme for this year’s PIF is “Transformative … Continued
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The Health Services Union has called on the NSW Government to intervene to prevent the farmer-owned NORCO milk company being shafted as a supplier of milk to health facilities across the North and Mid North Coast. “NORCO is more than a beloved local institution,” said Gerard Hayes, HSU NSW Secretary. “As Australia’s last 100 per cent … Continued
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August 22, 2024 The Senate Inquiry into the Middle Arm Industrial Precinct handed down its final report today, issuing a damning indictment of the project, its impacts, and the integrity of its implementation. The Middle Arm Industrial Precinct has been plagued by controversy ever since the announcement of $1.5 billion in Commonwealth Government equity support for the … Continued
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The Australian Government’s decision to swiftly legislate paying super on its parental leave scheme will help to tackle gender inequity and boost a mother of two’s retirement savings by about $14,500. Paying super on the Commonwealth parental leave scheme will benefit around 180,000 Australian mothers each year and narrow the gender super gap, which new … Continued
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The People’s Commission into the Housing Crisis has released its final report, revealing the crushing consequences of homelessness, housing stress and insecurity in Australia, and recommending a suite of urgent reforms. Convened by Everybody’s Home, the People’s Commission’s report is based on the submissions and testimony of more than 1,500 Australians who voiced their … Continued
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The People’s Commission into the Housing Crisis has released its final report, revealing the crushing consequences of homelessness, housing stress and insecurity in Australia, and recommending a suite of urgent reforms. Convened by Everybody’s Home, the People’s Commission’s report is based on the submissions and testimony of more than 1,500 Australians who voiced their … Continued
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Testimony before the Senate Committee on Adopting AI focused on the need for Australia to create an AI Safety Institute. Polling from the Lowy Institute shows that more than half of Australians think that the risks of AI outweigh its benefits. Mr Greg Sadler, spokesperson for Australians for AI Safety, said: “The Government … Continued
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mischief/ˈmɪstʃɪf/, noun: 1. The Collective term for a group of rats. Canberra, ACT – Wednesday 14 August 2024 Last week, the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) unveiled a trio of rather unusual characters in the heart of Canberra: Prudence, Tony, and Stuart – collectively known as ‘The Mischief’. These rat-attire-clad individuals took their ‘lunch break’ alongside … Continued
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McKell Institute CEO Edward Cavanough will be available to speak to Australian media about the US election from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week. Who: Mckell Institute CEO Edward Cavanough When: From Monday, 19 August until Thursday, 22 August 2024 Where: Democratic National Convention in Chicago For interviews, contact Edward Cavanough / +61 … Continued
