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This week marks the 50th anniversary of the first national Gay Pride Week. And in remembrance of it, the State Library of New South Wales has reopened its Pride Line to mark the occasion. People from across the country can record their thoughts, feeling and expressions through an on-site phone booth or dedicated number. …
In the United States, Republican Party contenders are pushing for position in the Primary. Some of the candidates are claiming to be the generational evolution of Trumpism, while others are trying to distance themselves from Trump as much as possible. While candidates try to win the hearts and minds of the party, nobody can escape …
Eye tracking technology has had a bad rap of late: it’s been associated with pervasive security at big retail outlets and many have suggested its potential to intrude on privacy far outweighs its benefits. But researchers at Flinders University say they’ve found the technology can actually assist people with dementia – especially the aged and …
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Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has proposed a national management plan aimed at reducing the detrimental impact of feral cats on endangered native species. Feral cats are estimated to kill over 6 million native animals across Australia every day. The plan hopes to better coordinate management efforts across the country and follows extensive consultation with Indigenous …
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Last week, Brisbane hosted the Smart Energy Expo, where businesses, manufacturers and distributors from the renewable energies industry gathered to discuss the transition away from fossil fuels. One industry looking to make waves is green hydrogen. How will this renewable sector develop as a future fuel source and what implications will it pose for Australia …
The Federal government has invested $16 billion dollars into the nation’s technology industry. But advocates say this immense financial influence should be put towards gender equality and equal representation in technology workplaces. Only 27 per cent of the workforce in all STEM industries in Australia are represented by women – a one per cent drop from …
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Today, a new essay was released covering the National Disability Insurance Scheme, explaining the challenges the NDIS has faced since its inception. The essay explores the shortcomings of the scheme saying, despite the good intentions of the Gillard government, it has not understood Australians with a disability well enough. Image: Image by Shutterstock Produced By: …
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This Sunday is World Suicide Prevention Day, an event to remember those who have passed away and to show support to their families and friends. According to the ABS, suicide is 2.5 times more prevalent than the national toll road deaths, and with long waiting on mental health support services, community-led support services, such as …