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This August marks Multicultural Queensland Month, and this time each year provides an opportunity to celebrate the cultural and linguistically diverse communities that make up the population, reflect on their experiences and feelings of inclusion and understand how to move forward when addressing community concerns and issues. Particularly impactful are initiatives created by former refugees themselves, as …
Last week, leaders from the National Cabinet set forth policy measures aiming to address the housing affordability crisis, ranging from building more homes across the country to increasing funding for states and territories. One such framework is ‘A Better Deal for Renters’, which includes limiting rent to once a year and phasing in minimum rental …
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An Indigenous program in the Northern Territory is delivering vital veterinary care to companion animals. The program called Western Arnhem Land Dog Health Program, or WALDHeP, is led by the University of Melbourne, and provides essential veterinary care such as desexing and treatment for parasites. The program is informed by a One Health framework, a …
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August is Alateen awareness month across Australia. Alateen is the adolescent recovery program offered by Al-Anon, a worldwide mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. A 2015 study found more than one million Australian children are affected by the drinking of parents, carers or others close to them. …
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This weekend, a whistleblower from the Afghan War will speak in Brisbane and Byron Bay about his case. David McBride leaked documents to the ABC about misconduct by the Australian Special Forces in Afghanistan in 2017, and now he’s facing a secret trial in November, with a potential life sentence behind bars. The events will …
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Day two of the Labor Party National Conference has wrapped up in Brisbane. The event is the Labor party’s highest decision making forum, and brings together the party’s leadership and rank-and-file members from around the country. But how does it all work? Produced By: Amanda Copp Featured In Story: Scott Cowen – Labor delegate from …
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Climate action is one of the biggest issues affecting young Australians and they’re finding ways to make their voice heard. But parents are also concerned. During the pandemic, an organisation called Australian Parents for Climate Action was created, and more than 17,000 Australian parents have joined. The organisation is now taking legal action against Energy …
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Australians have the right to join a political party to raise their voice about the issues affecting them. But with a low turnout from young people becoming party members and a growing migrant background, how can a party engage with these sectors? Produced By: Eduardo Jordan Featured In Story: Benika Bhoola – Deputy Co-convenor of …
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