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- Energy, Industrial Relations
- 20/01/2026
- 10:03
Eraring extension welcome news for power station workers — Myuna coal miners need certainty too
Origin Energy’s announcement that it will extend the operation of Eraring Power Station until 2029 is welcome news for the workforce, delivering two additional years of employment at a time when future jobs remain uncertain, the Mining and Energy Union (MEU) said today. MEU Northern Mining and NSW Energy District President Robin Williams said rumours of a possible extension had been circulating for some time, creating unnecessary anxiety for workers and their families about how best to prepare for closure. “This decision finally provides some certainty for the employees at Eraring,” Mr Williams said. “But it must also provide certainty…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 20/01/2026
- 10:00
Monash University researcher appointed to the board of the Asthma Council
The National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) has announced the appointment of Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) nominee Dr Amanda Cross to the board. Dr Cross is a clinical pharmacist and Senior Research Fellow at Monash University's Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, within the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS). Her work focuses on medicine safety and quality use of medicines for older adults. She is particularly interested in the role of healthcare professionals working as knowledge brokers to support the uptake of research evidence and guidelines into clinical practice. Evidence-to-practice gaps are a major barrier to avoiding medication-related harm.…
- Food Beverages, Women
- 20/01/2026
- 10:00
Magimix recognised across five categories in ProductReview.com.au Awards, driven by real Australian customer feedback
Key Facts: Magimix has been named a ProductReview Award winner across five categories: Thermocookers, Food Processors, Blenders, Toasters and Ice Cream Makers. The awards…
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- Crime, General News
- 20/01/2026
- 09:03
PJCIS report on Exposure Draft Legislation: Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (PJCIS) has today presented its report to the Parliament on the Exposure Draft of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026. The Exposure Draft legislation proposed a package of reforms intended to further criminalise hateful conduct and ensure that those who seek to spread hatred, division and radicalisation are met with severe penalties. Following its review, the Committee made four recommendations. These include urging the Parliament to ‘work together in a constructive and collaborative manner across all parties and crossbench members to ensure that the legislative response to antisemitism, hate and…
- Finance Investment, Women
- 20/01/2026
- 09:00
HESTA Excellence Awards nominations now open for 2026
20 January 2025 Nominations have today opened for the 2026 HESTA Excellence Awards. The awards shine a national spotlight on the health professionals and…
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- Environment, Science
- 20/01/2026
- 09:00
Scientists foretell the future of Antarctic life
A team of scientists has overcome a major challenge in predicting how Antarctic life will fare under future climate scenarios, revealing five scenarios for the future of Antarctic life. The research, published in Nature Biodiversity Reviews, was led byMonash University researcher Professor Melodie McGeoch from Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future (SAEF) and will guide research and support conservation planning efforts at national and international levels, including through the Antarctic Treaty System. ProfessorMcGeoch said the extreme cold, windy, dry and isolated conditions that Antarctic species such as penguins, moss and microbes are adapted to, have also made the continent difficult for scientists…
- Energy, Engineering
- 20/01/2026
- 08:54
Engineers set efficiency world record for emerging solar cell material
Photovoltaic researchers at UNSW demonstrate best-ever results for emerging solar cell material antimony chalcogenide. UNSW engineers have made a major step forward in the…
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- Finance Investment, Oil Mining Resources
- 20/01/2026
- 08:50
Adavale Resources (ASX:ADD) Hits Highest-Grade Gold Intercepts at London-Victoria, Reinforcing Growth Potential
20 January 2026 – Sydney, Australia | Adavale Resources Limited (ASX:ADD) has reported its highest-grade gold intercepts to date from the London-Victoria Gold Mine in central-west New South Wales, with early results from its Phase 2 drilling program confirming the potential to expand the existing Mineral Resource both at depth and along strike. Assay results have now been received from 5 of the 12 holes completed as part of the Phase 2 program, with highlights including: 14m @ 2.62g/t Au from 133m (1.0g/t Au cut-off) (ALR018) 23m @ 1.64g/t Au from 142m (0.5g/t Au cut-off) (ALR020) including 4m @ 3.46g/t…
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- Technology Innovation
- 20/01/2026
- 08:11
Avetta Partners with ReGen Strategic to Deliver Faster, Scalable Social Responsibility Assurance
New Avetta ESG Social Desktop Audit reduces dependence on traditional onsite audits and helps businesses comply with Modern Slavery Act obligations SYDNEY–BUSINESS WIRE– Avetta®,…
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