Children’s social media usage is again in the spotlight, with the SA government announcing a proposal to ban children under 14 from accessing sites such as […]
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Budget 2024–25: Cheaper medicines, new Medicare Urgent Care Clinics and more free mental health services in a stronger Medicare
The Albanese Labor Government is continuing to improve our health system: strengthening Medicare, the heart of universal healthcare, easing cost-of-living pressures with cheaper medicines, and […]
Historic Medicare changes for women battling endometriosis
The Albanese Government has listened to Australian women suffering endometriosis and complex gynaecological conditions like chronic pelvic pain and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). For the first […]
LETTER TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO CLOSE THE CLIMATE GAP ON OUR NATURE LAWS
A group of leading marine scientists have written to Prime Minister Albanese with an urgent plea to heed the science and reject new coal and […]
Psychiatrist shortage in regional Australia leads to work burnout, long waits for mental health patients
Dire shortages of psychiatrists in regional Australia are leaving those patients struggling to access treatment with chronic conditions and contributing to the health professionals’ burnout […]
‘Hugely significant’: Australia to manufacture and export missiles to US
Australia is set to begin manufacturing its own missiles within two years under an ambitious plan that will allow the country to supply guided weapons […]
TikTok ban looms for Australian government phones
The federal government is considering a ban on TikTok that would bring it in line with other nations including the US, UK, and New Zealand. Ministers are […]
What is a cultural policy and why does Australia need one?
Bold cultural visions can be useful for society and give certainty to the arts sector, says UNSW cultural data expert. Cultural policies can ensure access […]