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Complex insurance policies a leading factor in underinsurance of flood-prone homes

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A new study has revealed Australia’s highly complex insurance landscape is a major factor in the underinsurance of homes in flood zones, rather than owner’s complacency. Researchers of the study investigated over 600 households across Melbourne’s flood-prone areas to understand how people make decisions over flood insurance. Image: Image Credit: Helena Jankovičová Kováčová / Pexels …

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QLD Government fast tracking of critical mineral projects is concerning

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The Queensland government has introduced amendments to fast track projects approvals, especially with critical minerals. The aim of these amendments is to get faster access to these minerals, but advocacy groups are concerned about environmental protections being watered down. Image: Image Credit: Gilberto Olimpio / Pexels Produced By: Eduardo Jordan Featured In Story: Tony Fontes …

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Calls for Pine Gap closure on 60th Anniversary of Agreement

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This year marks the 60th anniversary since the Pine Gap Agreement was signed between Australia and the US. This weekend, activists from across Australia will gather in Mparntwe – Alice Springs to demand the closure of Pine Gap with discussion panels, workshops, and protests. For the full interviews: Interview with Slumbi Interview with Oongi Barb …

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Sustain-Ed helping Ugandan communities improve food security and self-reliance

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After more than a decade working in international development, Ragna Gilmour is turning a long-held vision into reality. Her organization, Sustain-Ed, is now rolling out its first project in Uganda using permaculture principles to help communities improve food security, nutrition and long-term self-reliance. The charity is partnering with a primary school in eastern Uganda, where …

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Calls to boost AI regulation as concern rises in arts sector

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The use of AI in Australia’s arts industry has sparked major debate. With some artists and musicians concerned their work could be used to train AI music creation platforms without compensation. This comes as reports reveal AI is capable of generating seven million tracks daily. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spoke broadly on AI use yesterday, …

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From isolation to political identity: El Gibbs

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 Australians with disability show great resilience and success despite many challenges faced by the sector.   Disability advocate El Gibbs is no exception, after isolation and several job rejections she transformed her experiences into a powerful political identity. Ms Gibbs says the community is the most valuable tool when it comes to progress staying connected.   Powerd Media’s Emma Myers spoke with El Gibbs about her journey into becoming a disability …

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Chatty Café: the power of conversation in combating loneliness

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Loneliness is now recognised as an epidemic, with rates rising worldwide and here in Australia. One initiative aiming to combat social isolation is Chatty Café – a strategy spanning four main nations in a collective mission to build social and community connection, first emerging in the UK almost a decade ago. The Scheme is crafted around “Have a Chat” or “Chatter & Natter” …

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“Festival of Peace” unites anti-AUKUS campaigners in a push for sovereignty

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A public inquiry into AUKUS is taking place here in Adelaide today – it’s one of several hearings planned around Australia. Meanwhile, like minds will join for a conference later this month, organised under the Independent and Peaceful Australia Network. The theme, “It’s Time to Break Free From the US,” centres on ideas around peace …

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