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CFMEU in turmoil

One of Australia’s biggest unions, the CFMEU finds itself in turmoil following allegations of corruption and links to organised crime. The union finds itself in hot water, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese claiming that nothing is off the table. Image: Image: Courtesy R Chambers Produced By: Abhranil Hazra Featured In Story: Hon Michael McCormack [National] …

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Local Mayor wants ‘shovels in the ground’ around Melbourne Airport railway

Melbourne Airport has agreed to the Victorian government’s plan for an above-ground railway station, line, hoping to expedite the long-delayed project. Despite offering this compromise, Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allan indicated that the project, initially targeted for implantation by 2030, will still be delayed by three years to 2033, due to previous disagreements. The airport’s decision …

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Australia’s big four banks fund $61 billion to fossil fuel companies

A new report by Market Forces a non-for-profit climate group reveals, Australia’s big four banks have collectively financed over $61 billion into fossil fuel projects since the Paris Agreement, despite their public commitments to climate goals. In 2023 alone, these banks loaned $3.6 billion to fossil fuel companies, including $2.5 billion to those expanding coal, …

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Rice breeding initiative to reduce crops eco footprint

A black rice breeding project could reduce the crop’s environmental impact by developing new ‘climate smart’ varieties of rice. The initiative is a collaboration between Southern Cross University, Australian Research Council and the Natural Rice Company. Image: Image Credit: Southern Cross University Produced By: Toni Pankaluic Featured In Story: Dr Szabolcs Lehoczki-Krsjak – Research Fellow …

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Neurodivergent entrepreneurs develop app to support others with ADHD

Two Canberra-based entrepreneurs have developed a new app to support people with ADHD in personal, professional and educational settings. The mobile app is called Psyquility, and offers strategies to help neurodivergent individuals achieve their daily, weekly, and monthly goals. Image: Image Credit: Pexels/ Tara Winstead Featured In Story: Zak Farag & Tyler Binny – Psyquility …

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