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International students and university staff are raising concerns about the federal government’s decision to cap the number of international students at 270,000 starting next year, fearing it may jeopardize the future of Australia’s tertiary education system.
The cap, which will apply to the 2025 academic year, represents a reduction of 53,000 students compared to last year. The government claims the measure is necessary to create a...
A recent study found that even mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can lead to long-term brain changes in healthy middle-aged adults.
The research, part of the PREVENT Dementia study, showed that those with a history of mild TBI had detectable brain changes, including cerebral microbleeds, poorer sleep quality, and increased depressive symptoms.
While cognitive function wasn’t significantly affected, these changes could be early ...
Immunity Group Australia was founded by Dr. Douglas Jones and Dr. Nina Markovic, two individuals united by their commitment to advancing food allergy research, diagnostics, and treatment.
Dr. Douglas Jones is a globally recognized expert on food adverse reactions. Over the past 10 years, his food allergy treatment center in the United States has successfully treated more than 2,500 patients, helping them achieve “food freedom”—the...
Curtin University and the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood are embarking on an innovative collaboration to develop a new fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capsule for clinical trials in Australia. This groundbreaking project aims to create a more accessible and patient-friendly method of administering FMT, which traditionally involves the transfer of fecal matter from a donor to a recipient to restore a healthy balance of gut ...
New research from NRMA Insurance highlights the mental health impacts of Australia’s changing climate, with 80% of Australians surveyed expressing anxiety about extreme weather.
This comes as Lifeline Australia reports a 25% increase in calls to its disaster recovery helpline. In response, NRMA Insurance and Lifeline Australia have developed online resilience resources to help Australians manage stress and uncertainty, offering pr...
Mental health organizations ReachOut, Beyond Blue, and Black Dog Institute are advocating for significant changes to social media platforms to enhance safety for young users.
In their submission to the Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society, they propose evidence-based measures such as verifying mental health information and limiting infinite scroll features.
The recommendations include co-designed policies...
Australians Encouraged to Embrace Nature for Mental Health on National Tree Day
As National Tree Day approaches, Planet Ark urges Australians to step outside and connect with nature, emphasizing the mental health benefits in the face of climate-related stress.
Studies reveal a growing concern about climate change among young Australians, with significant impacts on their mental health.
Initiatives like National Tree Day aim to a...
Rapid population growth can lead to survival without prosperity.
On the week of the World Population Day on July 11, Sustainable Population Australia (SPA) has issued a stark warning: rapid population growth can lead to survival without prosperity.
Australia is also grappling with the consequences of population growth. In 2023, driven by a 2.5% immigration-driven growth rate, the country struggled to meet basic health, education,...
Climate change is increasingly affecting the mental health of young people worldwide, with more than half of individuals aged 16-25 reporting negative emotions like sadness and anxiety.
Studies show that eco-anxiety, defined as emotional distress related to environmental issues, is on the rise.
In an Interview with the Wire’s Vanessa Gatica, Dr. Samantha Stanley from UNSW Sydney highlights the significant impact of eco-anxiety on ...
As Plastic Free July begins, the issue of plastic textiles in fashion is being brought to the forefront by RMIT expert.
Dr. Tamzin Rollason, a specialist in sustainable consumption of fashion, emphasizes the significant role plastics, such as polyester, play in the textile industry and the urgent need for change
The expert highlights the alarming statistic that 62% of textiles sold in Australia are made from synthetics. She points ...
The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) has issued a stark warning regarding the survival of koala populations in Victoria, emphasizing habitat loss as the primary threat.
Chair of the Australian Koala Foundation, Deborah Tabart, underscored the misconception that koala populations in Victoria are secure. She pointed out that the root cause, habitat destruction, continues to be sidelined despite repeated calls for urgent action.
In ...
Azura Fashion Group, a leader in sustainable and circular fashion technology, has announced the launch of a groundbreaking AI model poised to transform the fashion industry. This innovative technology aims to enhance sustainability and support circular economy practices, marking a significant step forward in the industry’s evolution.
The new AI model, integrated into Azura's Transformer Platform, is designed to optimize the circula...
Australians are grappling with a fast fashion crisis fueled by an unprecedented appetite for clothing. Recent research by the Australia Institute reveals that Australia has now outpaced the United States as the world’s largest consumer of textiles per capita. On average, Australians purchase 56 new clothing items annually, contributing to over 200,000 tonnes of discarded garments ending up in landfills each year.
In an exclusive in...
The Australian government has allocated substantial funding to critical minerals and clean energy initiatives.
Over the next 10 years, $1.4 billion will be provided to support the manufacturing of clean energy technologies.
The government’s Future Made in Australia agenda will drive these initiatives.
A new framework, established under the Future Made in Australia Act, will prioritise industries for funding.
Funding will support p...
New research from the Australia Institute reveals that Australians buy more clothes per person than any other country, intensifying a fast fashion waste crisis. The analysis shows that Australia has overtaken the US as the world's largest consumer of textiles per capita, with a significant portion of this consumption being fast fashion that ultimately ends up in landfills.
In an interview with The Wire, Nina Gbor, the Director of t...
The state budget presents an opportunity to make more homes available for renters by regulating short stays like Airbnb. Tim Read, Greens MP for Brunswick, has recently published a compelling proposal titled Homes, Not Hotels, sparking significant discussion about innovative approaches to addressing the housing crisis.
As a prominent advocate for sustainable housing solutions, Read proposes a shift from temporary accommodations to ...
Australian insurers anticipate premiums to rise again this year, amid increasing concerns regarding the cost of living and impact on the country's inflation rates.
If your insurance premium has gone up in the last year, you're not alone. According to the latest Consumer Price Index data, last year insurance premiums saw their biggest price increase since 2001.
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During the much-awaited reveal of the 2024-25 federal budget, Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to provide additional insights into the government's ambitious Future Made in Australia initiative.
This comprehensive plan aims to breathe new life into domestic manufacturing by ramping up investment in clean manufacturing, industry, and energy sectors, with a particular focus on renewable sources like solar and wind power.
In the quest fo...
In the last census 30% of Australia’s population was culturally and linguistically diverse and number wise, Indians were number 2 from top. Many Indian parents are joining their children here as they are no longer able to live on their own in their parent country. Moving at a late age in life into a different culture is hard on them and can lead to loneliness and depression. As Australia’ migrant and ageing population, both grow, t...
Ethnic and multicultural broadcasters around the country could be in line for millions of dollars in extra funding, if submissions from two community radio peak bodies are successful.
The National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasters Council has joined the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia in asking the Government for more money ahead of the May budget.
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