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QLD Government fast tracking of critical mineral projects is concerning

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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From isolation to political identity: El Gibbs

The Wire / By The Wire

 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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NSW domestic violence reforms now require offenders to self report on dating profiles

The Wire / By The Wire

New South Wales has enacted the Serious Domestic Abuse Prevention Order (SDAPO) scheme aimed at tackling domestic violence, giving police the power to track offender’s phones. Under the scheme those with a serious history of abuse are required to disclose it on dating profiles. The measures are among the first of their kind in Australia and could …

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