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Pride in Protest calls for solidarity following Sydney protestors being rushed by mob

Reports have emerged that further corroborate allegations that a group of queer rights protestors were attacked by a mob in Sydney’s south-west.  The small group, from Community Action for Rainbow Rights, were gathering to rally against New South Wales One Nation leader Mark Latham’s policies targeting transgender people outside a church where he was speaking.  …

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Urgent action needed for SA rental affordability

Concerns around rental affordability and housing insecurity in South Australia continue to rise as the state reaches 17 000 people on the waiting list for public housing with 4000 in ‘category 1.’ A new report from a peak South Australian welfare body has ranked state electorates in metropolitan Adelaide by rental affordability impact … calling for the SA MPs representing the worst-hit …

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New Species of Trapdoor Spider Discovered, Opening Doors for Conservation

A new species of spider has been discovered in the Brigalow Belt in central Queensland. Researchers at Queensland Museum are the first to describe the species, naming it Euoplos Dignitas, a nod to the large size of the spider and the DIG program at Queensland Museum. Experts are hoping the discovery of this species will …

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New Endorsement Model for Cosmetic Surgeons in Australia

A new endorsement model for cosmetic surgery will be coming into effect soon. It aims to provide accreditation for qualified cosmetic surgeons and help improve safety in the Australian cosmetic industry. While some are supportive of this change, others worry that unqualified medical practitioners will be recognised as cosmetic surgeons.   Image: Image: Shutterstock – …

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