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Australians still challenged by this year’s floods

This year the floods and wild weather affected many Australians across New South Wales and South East Queensland. In February this year, many families lost their houses, and 10 months later, some Australians are still awaiting their home insurance companies to pay their claims. Produced By: Eduardo Jordan Featured In Story: Richard Hamernik – Brisbane …

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Permanent Residency applications streamlined for NZ citizens

Medical Checks, income thresholds and health conditions are being waived for New Zealanders currently waiting on permanent residency through the subclass 189 Visa. In a move designed to clear the backlog of 11,500 applications, permanent residency can be acquired in about six months under the new federal plan. With permanent residency allowing New Zealand citizens …

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RACGP calls for rural reproductive reform

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has made a call for change to the reproductive healthcare system to improve access and affordability for rural Australians. RACGP made a submission to a senate inquiry into universal access to reproductive healthcare this month, where they highlighted barriers faced by rural communities in accessing contraceptives and abortions. …

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This Year In Politics

2022 was a momentous year in politics, with many changes demonstrating that Australians are seeking renewal in their Government. The Federal election saw a change in Government and also gave insights into attitudes about the two party system. War in Ukraine, natural disasters and arising cost of living left added to the pressure for the …

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