NewsMatch Alert: Press Release Summary | 18 March 2024
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Alarm bells ring as scientists uncover major flaws in the ability to track changes to global conservation areas
In a significant stride towards safeguarding global biodiversity, the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) has set a target for nations to preserve 30 per cent of the Earth by 2030.?Associate Professor Carly Cook from the Monash University School of Biological Sciences and an international team of researchers have identified a method to carefully monitor changes in Conserved Areas. The process is outlined in a study led by Associate Professor Cook and published today in One Earth.
Invest in aid for Australian prosperity, security
SAFER WORLD FOR ALL
Australia must invest more in overseas development to prevent the world slipping towards crisis points that threaten our stability and prosperity, according to a budget discussion paper launched today by an alliance of prominent Australians from the medical, trade union, business, and aid sectors.
Three in five voters back investor tax break reform
EVERYBODY'S HOME
Most Australians are open to winding back tax handouts for property investors, with less than a quarter supporting the status quo, according to a new poll commissioned by Everybody’s Home.
Committee examines Southeast Asia trade area agreement
The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties will hold a public hearing today for its inquiry into the Second Protocol to Amend the Agreement Establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA) (Second Protocol).?The Second Protocol updates the original treaty and First Protocol with a range of new provisions including additional commercial opportunities for Australian businesses, particularly in the services sector, and the digital economy and green economy.
Baby Boomers happier and healthier than Gen Zs
Baby Boomers consider themselves healthier than younger generations, with Gen Zs and Millennials saying mental health, financial stress and quality of life are impacting their overall health and wellbeing, Bupa’s annual survey reveals.
Sky high opportunity: Goulburn Airport hits the market
Ashby York, a leading real estate firm, has been appointed to oversee the sale of Goulburn Airport, a premier general aviation facility strategically located between Sydney and Canberra.?Current expressions of interest end 30 March 2024.
Insights from UNSW Business Experts and availability for comment – RBA Monetary Policy Decision – Tuesday 19 March
Several academic experts from UNSW Business School are available to comment on the RBA Monetary Policy Decision to be handed down on Tuesday, 19 March. Professor Peter Swan says, “While the RBA could raise the rate, they will most likely leave it on hold. Inflation is still well above the RBA threshold."
Shift work may cause out of sync breastmilk hormones
领英推荐
The bond between a mother and infant may be stronger than first thought, a La Trobe University study has found.?Researchers have provided evidence that maternal circadian disruption, from mothers returning to shift work, may have an impact on the timing of their breast milk hormone.
Study eases concern at antipsychotics use in pregnancy
The use of antipsychotics during pregnancy isn’t linked to childhood neurodevelopmental disorders or learning difficulties, UNSW Sydney-led study shows – giving assurance to those concerned about continuing their medications during pregnancy.?
Media Release: New campaign to end sexual harassment at work
National violence prevention organisation Our Watch is launching a new campaign to support business leaders to take action to prevent sexual harassment.?The Commonwealth Government funded?Lead the Change?campaign aims to support workplaces to meet new regulations that require employers to actively take steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. New data released today by Our Watch shows that up to 9 in 10 workplace leaders surveyed believe sexual harassment at work is a serious issue and should be priority for employers to address.
Australia’s leading GP training college strengthens calls for GP workforce boost
The Royal Australia College of GPs (RACGP) has today doubled down on calls for the Federal Government to invest in increasing the general practice workforce to meet the growing needs of communities across Australia. Australia’s peak GP body responsible for training 90% of Australia’s general practitioners, the RACGP is making the calls at a meeting of medical leaders in Canberra today.??
Israel government continues to block aid response despite ICJ genocide court ruling, says Oxfam
Oxfam Australia says Israeli authorities have rejected a warehouse full of international aid including oxygen, incubators and Oxfam water and sanitation gear all of which is now stockpiled at Al Arish just 40 km away from the border of 2.3 million desperate Palestinians in Gaza.?In a new report today, Oxfam said this rejected aid was just one example of an overall humanitarian response that Israel has made so dangerous and dysfunctional as to be impossible for aid agencies to work at the speed and scale necessary to save lives, despite best efforts.
What unites us over what divides us: Australian communities lead the way with Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Stan Grant
ChangeFest is back for its sixth year, bringing together people from across Australia, from grassroots communities to national policy-makers, who are building a brighter future for all. This year, ChangeFest will be held in Latji Latji country in Mildura, Victoria, from 20-22 March.
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