NewsMatch Alert: Press Release Summary | 26 September 2024
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Qantas engineers to strike, flights likely to be disrupted
Qantas Engineers' Alliance
The Qantas Engineers' Alliance says after experiencing years of wage freezes while Qantas raked in billions in profit, hundreds of engineers from across the country will take major strike action over the next two weeks after being frustrated by management’s refusal to negotiate a fair deal.?The Qantas Engineers’ Alliance – a union alliance comprising the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union , the The Australian Workers' Union , and the Electrical Trades Union of Australia – said engineers have had their skills devalued by the airline and their wages go backward significantly in real terms over the past decade.
Qantas flight disruptions could wreak havoc on travellers
Qantas aircraft maintenance workers in Melbourne are expected to take industrial action amid a pay dispute, disrupting services ahead of the AFL grand final weekend. An RMIT expert explains what passengers can expect.
World-first tool to predict risk of sudden cardiac arrest
Scientists at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute have developed a world-first individualised risk prediction tool for people suffering from a type of heart arrhythmia that can cause sudden cardiac arrest.?This is the first time a gene mutation-specific test has been applied to predict the severity of?heart disease.
Record-high cocoa prices set to sharply increase the cost of chocolate for consumers – global report
Skyrocketing cocoa prices are putting strong pressure on chocolate producers around the globe, who will likely pass on the burden to consumers, according to a new international report by food and agribusiness banking specialist, Rabobank. In the report?Soaring Cocoa prices: The worst is yet to come, the bank says the main impact of the cocoa crisis still lies ahead, as companies hedge prices and supply contracts up to a year in advance.
‘Driving environmental destruction and social inequality’: current economic system fails examination by sustainability experts
Our current economic system is based on poor science and should not be used to guide government decision-making when faced with threats to existence like climate change. That’s the conclusion of a new paper led by 悉尼新南威尔士大学 Sydney sustainability scientists that finds our economic system is driving environmental damage and social inequality and needs substantial reform.
Critical skills shortages threaten Australia’s renewable energy transition
A new report by the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) at the 澳大利亚悉尼科技大学 , in collaboration with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) shows Australia's electricity sector is poised for significant job growth but warns of potential skills shortages that could threaten the transition to a clean energy future. The study was facilitated by the RACE for 2030 Cooperative Research Centre (RACE for 2030).
New study shows AI can forecast mining disasters
Artificial Intelligence can forecast gas-related incidents in coal mines within half an hour, according to a new study led by Charles Darwin University exploring how the technology can reduce the risk of disasters.?The study of coal mines in China compared 10 machine learning algorithms to see which AI method could make predictions about changes in methane gas levels 30 minutes in advance, and notify users of anomalies.
Night time economy research reveals growth and opportunities across Australia's cities
The Council of Capital City Lord Mayors (CCCLM) is pleased to release its commissioned research into Australia’s Night Time Economy (NTE).?This report marks the first full year of data following the COVID-19 pandemic and reflects a solid recovery from the significant impacts of?lockdowns and lockouts. Now in its 12th year, the Night Time Economy research continues to provide critical insights into the dynamics of urban life after dark.
Fams sounds alarm on hidden risks of youth social media ban
The NSW peak body for family and children’s services has warned that the Federal Government’s proposed youth social media ban could unintentionally drive young people to hide their online activities, discourage them from seeking help, and increase the risks from online threats.?Fams is urging the government to instead implement a proactive, evidence-based solution to improve safety and provide opportunities for early intervention.??
GPs urge government to help Australians delaying mental health care due to costs
GPs are calling on the Federal Government to do more for Australians delaying mental health care due to costs after a nationwide survey found mental health remains the most prominent health issue GPs treat.? Early findings from the Royal Australian College of GPs annual Health of the Nation survey show GPs are seeing more patients with mental health concerns – 71% of GPs reported mental health in their top reasons for patient consults, up from 61% when the survey started in 2017.?
Women’s Health Services Network responds to senate inquiry on menopause and perimenopause
Women's Health Services Network ( Australian Women's Health Network )
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The Women's Health Services Network (WHSN) welcomes the release of the Senate Community Affairs References Committee's final report on issues related to menopause and perimenopause. The report, which incorporates many key recommendations from the WHSN submission, represents a significant step towards improving menopause care and support for women across Australia.
Monash experts: Know your heart on World Heart Day
World Heart Day is this Sunday 29 September. Our experts at the Monash Victorian Heart Institute and the Victorian Heart Hospital are encouraging everyone to look after their heart health and, regardless of your gender, get a heart health check!
World Contraception Day reminds us that access to contraception is a human right
To mark World Contraception Day on 26 September, Sustainable Population Australia says access to contraception is a human right, yet 257 million women globally are trying to avoid pregnancy without access to any form of modern contraception. This makes them vulnerable to unintended pregnancy, unsafe abortion and preventable maternal death.?
Parking fine changes put rangers in danger
United Services Union (USU)
Removing ticketless parking fines will take rangers back to the bad old days where they suffered broken jaws, black eyes and daily abuse for simply doing their job, said the union which represents the workers. The NSW government is introducing legislation today which will mean councils can no longer issue ticketless parking fines. The NSW government will be responsible for every assault suffered by a parking ranger from now on, said Graeme Kelly OAM, General Secretary of the United Services Union.
NTEU calls for new Myanmar sanctions after shocking executions
The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) has called for the Australian Government to put further sanctions on Myanmar’s military junta after the reported execution of a woman and her husband.?Human rights groups this week said Chan Myae Thu was the first woman executed since a military coup in 2021.?NTEU National President Dr Alison Barnes called on the Federal Government to step up its sanctions on the junta.
Attentive achieves 125% growth in Australia as personalised mobile marketing increases
Attentive, the AI-powered mobile marketing platform for leading brands, has achieved 125% revenue growth in Australia and has more than 200 brands on the platform regionally. This momentum underscores the market’s rising demand for a unified SMS and email marketing solution, and AI innovations using real-time data analytics that enable brands to create personalised experiences that improve customer retention and increase revenue.
Australia’s leading telehealth platform, Dial A Vet, offers 24/7 access to veterinarians for 7 million households
Dial A Vet, Australia's leading veterinary telehealth platform, today announced that it is ready to serve 7 million households nationwide, providing 24/7 online access to licensed veterinarians. With its affordable and convenient $25 AUD consultations, Dial A Vet is addressing the rising demand for pet care, especially in remote or underserved areas.
Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition, lands down under this spring
Embrace the enchanting allure of Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition as it makes its Australian debut this spring at 360 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Co-created by Fever and inspired by the whimsical world of renowned filmmaker Wes Anderson, this immersive art experience promises to transport visitors into a realm of pastel-hued grandeur and idyllic landscapes.
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