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- Animal Animal WelfareRights, Science
- 01/04/2026
- 11:57
Chatty batty: Research explores dialect formation in ghost bats
Key Facts: An audio file of a ghost bat roost can be provided. Accents are usually thought of as a human trait,indicatingwhere a person…
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- Community, Entertainment
- 01/04/2026
- 11:46
MEGA CREATURES RETURNS TO HUNTER VALLEY GARDENS BIGGER, BOLDER AND FILLED WITH MYTHICAL MAGIC
MEGA CREATURES RETURNS TO HUNTER VALLEY GARDENS BIGGER, BOLDER AND FILLED WITH MYTHICAL MAGIC Step into an expanded world of wonder these Easter school holidays asMega Creatures returns to the Hunter Valley Gardens from 28 March to 26 April, bringing an unforgettable adventure for families, explorers and fantasy lovers of all ages. Back for another epic year, visitors will journey through a captivating landscape where prehistoric giants meet legendary beasts, creating a magical fusion of ancient history and storytelling. “Mega Creatures continues to grow each year, and 2026 is our most exciting event yet. We’re thrilled to introduce new immersive…
- Disability, Government Federal
- 01/04/2026
- 11:43
Commissioners welcome new laws to end genetic discrimination in life insurance
Wednesday1April2026 New protections end genetic discrimination in life insurance The Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes the passage of new legal provisions thatprotectAustralians from genetic discrimination by life insurers,ensuring people are no longer penalised for seeking genetic testing that could protect their health. The reforms prohibit life insurers from using certain genetic test results to charge higher premiums, impose unfair conditions, or refuse cover. This removes a powerful disincentive to genetic testing and strengthens protections against discriminationaffordedunder theDisability Discrimination Act(DDA). The changes werelegislatedtodaythroughtheTreasury Laws Amendment (Genetic Testing Protections in Life Insurance and Other Measures) Bill 2025. Disability Discrimination Commissioner Rosemary Kayess…
- Mental Health, Travel Tourism
- 01/04/2026
- 11:33
Event Listing: (Register Now before 12 April) – Step into the Wild for Mental Health Coastrek Returns to the Mornington Peninsula: 22 May 2026
Interviews Available with Di Westaway OAM / Images here Register Now – Before April 12 MORNINGTON PENINSULA, VIC – It’s time to trade the…
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- Science
- 01/04/2026
- 11:06
Expert: how Artemis II reshapes lunar exploration
A Monash expert is available to comment on the Artemis II mission, including Australia’s role in supporting a sustained human return to the Moon and the engineering challenges of long-term lunar exploration. Available to comment: Lt. Gen. USAF (Ret) Larry James, Professor of Practice in Space Innovation at Monash UniversityContact: +61 3 9903 4840 or [email protected] Comments attributable to Professor James: “The Artemis II mission is a major milestone in humanity’s return to the moon, moving beyond the initial Apollo landings to a more permanent presence on the lunar surface. “This is the first step in that journey, which is…
- Entertainment, General News
- 01/04/2026
- 11:00
THE ROAD TO LOVE: HOW FAR WOULD AUSSIES REALLY GO FOR LOVE
NewYouiresearchhas uncovered the unwritten rules of first dates — especially when it comes to how far Australians are willing to drive. The findings show that Aussies are setting firm boundaries on love, with 35% refusing to travel more than 30 minutes for a first date. A national survey commissioned byAustralianinsurance provider Youireveals a clear benchmark: 41% of Australians cap their maximum first‑date drive time at one hour, effectively creating a national ‘one‑hour rule’. Yet despite this benchmark, just over half (55%) say they would actually be impressed if their date travelled an hour or less to meet them. Comfort zones…
- Federal Election, Veterans Affairs
- 01/04/2026
- 10:32
Media Release: Vasey RSL Care Welcomes Victorian Government Funding to Enhance Resident Care
Vasey RSL Care is pleased to announce it has received $32,000 in funding through the Victorian Government’s Residential Aged Care Equipment Grants program, supporting its residential aged care facilities in Bundoora, Brighton, Brighton East and Frankston South. This funding forms part of the Victorian Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative and will be used to purchase additional specialised medical equipment to further enhance the quality of care provided to residents. Items to be acquired include infra-red thermometers, vital signs monitors, stethoscopes and finger pulse oximeters – critical tools that support timely clinical assessment and response. Vasey RSL Care…
- Finance Investment, Taxation
- 01/04/2026
- 10:19
TPB strengthens tax practitioner safety with greater flexibility and security features on the TPB Public Register
The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) is enhancing the TPB Public Register to give tax practitioners greater control over their published contact details. This supports both personal and physical safety and stronger cyber security protections. From today, registered tax practitioners will be able to choose which contact details appear on their TPB Register record and update them at any time through My Profile. Contact details can include a physical address such as business address, residential or postal address, an email address or a phone number. New applicants will also be able to select their preferred published contact details when submitting a…
- Business Company News, General News
- 01/04/2026
- 09:16
How do social media platforms trap users in networks they would rather leave?
New research shows social media platforms do not need to addict users to keep them – they just need to make leaving worse than staying Social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok harm their users yet continue to grow because people feel compelled to stay, not because they are addicted, but because being off the network is even worse than being on it, according to UNSW Business School research. The study, published in the Journal of Public Economics, found that social media platforms create "bad networks" – platforms where participation is harmful but opting out carries an even higher…
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