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- General News
- 15/10/2025
- 15:10
Digital 2026: Internet users pass 6 billion, social media users become a ‘supermajority’, and AI use tops 1 billion
Report finds social media added over a quarter of a billion new user identities in the last year, but user behaviours are evolvingSAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meltwater, a global leader in media, social and consumer intelligence and We Are Social, the socially-led creative agency, have released Digital 2026, their latest annual report on social media and digital trends worldwide.Digital 2026 reveals major milestones in internet and social media adoption, with more than two-thirds of the world's total population now using social media. The report also points to a significant evolution in online behaviour, as the battle…
- General News
- 15/10/2025
- 15:07
Major Milestone Announcement for Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation
Introducing Greater Melbourne Melbourne Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation has unveiled a new operating name, Greater Melbourne Foundation, marking the next chapter in its 100-year history. The change reflects the Foundation’s new focus on social justice and equity, and a renewed commitment to tackling some of Greater Melbourne’s most pressing challenges. “Greater Melbourne is a thriving, growing city, but it also faces persistent challenges,” said Chief Executive Officer Peter Walton. “Our new name signals a very exciting new chapter for the Foundation. Our new direction strengthens our commitment to the wellbeing of the entire Greater Melbourne region, with a strong focus…
- Information Technology, Medical Health Aged Care
- 15/10/2025
- 15:00
ProCan Wins ResetData’s National AI Challenge to Revolutionise Cancer Treatment
Key Facts: ProCan, based at Children's Medical Research Institute in Sydney, wins ResetData's AI-F1 National Innovation Challenge for their cancer treatment personalisation programmeProCan has created the world's largest single-platform cancer proteomic database and will receive AI tokens worth $1 million plus expert mentorshipThe programme analyses proteins in cancer tissue to predict treatment outcomes and match patients with optimal treatmentsUsing ResetData's AI-F1 Supercomputer, ProCan aims to develop the first clinical metadata model to accelerate cancer research from years to monthsThe AI-F1 supercomputer, powered by NVIDIA H200s, operates with zero wastewater and 45% lower emissions than traditional data centresAustralian technology leader, ResetData,…
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- Business Finance
- 15/10/2025
- 14:56
MetLife’s Triangle Tech X Showcases the Latest on STEM Innovations
Free virtual sessions connect tech experts with global audience HONG KONG–BUSINESS WIRE– MetLife’s Triangle Tech X (TTX) conference returns for its seventh year on…
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- Animal Animal WelfareRights, Education Training
- 15/10/2025
- 14:15
World Environmental Education Day – Why It Matters for Australia’s Koalas
The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) is proud to recognise World Environmental Education Day, a global event that highlights the importance of education in protecting…
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- CharitiesAidWelfare
- 15/10/2025
- 14:00
Hamish McLachlan & Tony McEvoy Share Powerful Moments from The Guardian of Change Exhibition
The KIDS Foundation has released a moving Video News Release (VNR) capturing highlights from the opening of The Guardian of Change exhibition, held Tuesday night at 161 Collins Street. A standout moment was a stunning live performance by Awheata, a survivor from the Exford Bus Crash, who sangShallow to a captivated audience. Despite having no formal training, Awheata’s voice moved the room, and thanks to the Foundation, she’s now receiving singing lessons and regularly attends Injury Recovery Camps. The VNR also features reflections from: Hamish McLachlan, KIDS Foundation Ambassador Caitrin Kelly, Chair of the MRC Foundation Tony McEvoy, leading trainer…
- Local Government
- 15/10/2025
- 13:39
‘Just for Fun’ for 90 Years: Exhibition celebrates Luna Park milestone
Luna Park has turned 90, and North Sydney Council is celebrating the milestone with a special exhibition honouring one of Sydney’s most beloved landmarks.…
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- Education Training, Union
- 15/10/2025
- 13:36
UC announces casual professional staff underpayments
The University of Canberra has disclosed $1.5 million in underpayments relating to casual professional staff over the last six years, as well as an investigation into potential casual academic underpayment. Quotes attributable to NTEU ACT Division Secretary Dr Lachlan Clohesy: “This is disappointing news. Professional staff are the staff who keep the University running and deserve to be paid correctly for the work that they do. "Where casualisation occurs, wage theft often follows. This is why it's so important to prioritisejobsecurity. “These issues are historic, but should never have happened. We’ll work constructively with the University to make sure that…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 15/10/2025
- 12:59
Innovative nurse-led clinics boost healthcare access in regional Australia
A new healthcare initiative in regional New South Wales is expanding, after successfully demonstrating how nurse-led clinics can improve access to care while reducing pressure on overstretched general practitioners and emergency departments. A pilot program, led by Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network, saw over 25 nurses deliver chronic disease management and preventative healthcare across 18 general practices in Wagga Wagga and surrounding areas from October 2024 to May 2025. The Primary Health Network has been commissioned to run the strategy again, with 28 practices set to take part. Operating in a region facing critical health workforce shortages and poorer health outcomes…
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