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- Education Training
- 02/12/2025
- 10:35
Toowoomba Grammar School staff say “no” to sub-standard wage offer
Teachers and school support staff at Toowoomba Grammar School have overwhelmingly rejected their employer’s plan for sub-standard wages below CPI. The Independent Education Union…
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- Industrial Relations, Youth
- 02/12/2025
- 10:30
Charges filed for breaches of child employment laws
Wage Inspectorate Victoria has filed charges in the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria against Nasida Pty Ltd, (trading as South Beach Project), alleging the business contravened the Child Employment Act 2003. It is alleged the Mount Martha based business employed a child under the age of 15 without a licence and contravened laws relating to maximum permitted work hours and failing to give the child an adequate rest break. The maximum penalties for these offences are in excess of: $237,000 for employment without a licence $47,000 for breaching maximum daily and weekly hours $47,000 for failing to give a rest break…
- Local Government
- 02/12/2025
- 10:21
Alpine and Hindmarsh councils not compliant with rate caps
The Essential Services Commission’s annual Council Rate Cap Compliance Report shows two of the state’s 79 local councils exceeded the three per cent rate cap set by the Minister for Local Government. This is the first time tie cap has been exceeded since 2020-21. The report also notes that Ballarat City Council and Bayside City Council did not increase their rates at all in 2025-26, and that Hepburn and Indigo shires had a higher rate cap approved by the commission. The Essential Services Commission monitors and reports on Victorian councils’ compliance with the rate cap under the Fair Go Rates…
- Business Company News, Oil Mining Resources
- 02/12/2025
- 10:18
American Uranium Advances Lo Herma Development with Successful Hydrogeological Testing and Ongoing Drilling
Perth, Australia – American Uranium Limited (ASX:AMU; OTCID:AMUIF) is pleased to advise that it has achieved an important technical milestone at its flagship Lo Herma In-Situ Recovery (ISR) Uranium Project in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin, completing a major phase of hydrogeological testing while continuing its resource-expansion drilling program. The Company confirmed that all wells demonstrated sustained flows and minimal aquifer drawdown, validating key hydrologic characteristics necessary for ISR development. Final results from specialist consultancy Petrotek Corporation are expected before the end of 2025. Testing was completed under the supervision of senior hydrogeologists, with full adherence to ISR field protocols. Drilling…
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- Medical Health Aged Care
- 02/12/2025
- 10:00
New report estimates projected burden of arthritis, long-term back problems and osteoporosis in Western Australia
The number of people living with arthritis in Western Australia is projected to increase significantly by 2045, suggests a new Monash University led-report, in collaboration with Curtin University, Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA and HelloJP consulting. Using data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the report investigated the current and future burden of musculoskeletal conditions in WA to offer critical insights to inform long-term and responsive policy, planning, resource allocation and appropriate care for people who live with these common conditions. Chronic musculoskeletal health conditions such as arthritis, low back pain and fractures…
- CharitiesAidWelfare
- 02/12/2025
- 10:00
Australian Government’s National AI Plan marks a critical step forward for child safety
Key Facts: ICMEC Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the Australian Government outlining the new National AI Plan, marking a significant step forward in protecting children in a rapidly evolving digital environment.STRICTLY EMBARGOED UNTIL 10.00 AM AEDT TUESDAY 2 DECEMBER 2025 Australian Government’s National AI Plan marks a critical step forward for child safety ICMEC Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the Australian Government outlining the new National AI Plan, marking a significant step forward in protecting children in a rapidly evolving digital environment. Over the past two years, ICMEC Australia has played a central role in shaping national thinking on the…
- Political
- 02/12/2025
- 09:31
LGBTIQA+ bestiality, incest, gender fluid concepts must be expelled from schools
Family First today reaffirmed its promise that if elected it will move to ban radical LGBTIQA+ indoctrination dressed up as anti-bullying classes in schools.…
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- Fashion
- 02/12/2025
- 09:24
Wearable Art Made Just For You: Gary Bigeni Unveils New Hand-Painted Colourways
Australian designer Gary Bigeni has unveiled five new hand-painted colourways for the label’s signature Cotton Essentials collection, a celebration of wearable art, individuality, and…
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- General News, Medical Health Aged Care
- 02/12/2025
- 09:17
Burnt out Aussies rush to health appointments before end of year
Bupa research has revealed that 70 per cent of working Aussies have experienced burnout as demand for last-minute health appointments surges in December. The data also suggests that almost one in four feel work is a barrier to maintaining their health, with 30 percent of Aussies saying they are too busy to properly maintain their wellbeing, including 45 per cent of parents. Amidst these year-round time pressures, Australians are hurrying to secure healthcare appointments ahead of the festive season, with a notable increase in last-minute bookings for optical, dental, and physiotherapy services as people look to maximise their Extras benefits.…
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