NewsMatch Alert: Press Release Summary | 4 April 2024
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Unsung heroes brought to light: Rats of Tobruk’s Forgotten Soldiers unearthed in remarkable WWII find
DESCENDANTS OF THE RATS OF TOBRUK AUSTRALIA ASSOCIATION INC
The Descendants of the Rats of Tobruk Australia Association (DOTROTA) proudly reveals a remarkable historical discovery, unearthing the eight World War II servicemen who had previously been absent from the Siege of Tobruk's roll of honour. The meticulous research led by Deb Goodwin and Sue Trewartha has now ensured that these soldiers' courage and sacrifice have been rightfully acknowledged and will forever be etched into the annals of history.
Higher density building approvals drop to 12-year low
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows with three months to go until the Housing Accord clock starts ticking, higher density approvals have hit their lowest monthly figure in almost 12 years. “Total new home building approvals slipped by 1.9 per cent during February,” said Master Builders Australia Chief Economist Shane Garrett .
Cost of living and climate crises putting Australians’ health at risk as temperatures rise
A new survey from Sweltering Cities has revealed the serious impact that this summer’s heat has had on Australians’ health. The 2024 Summer Survey received more than 2300 responses from people reporting their experience of heat over the summer.?Sweltering Cities Executive Director Emma Bacon said the survey showed that the rising cost of living had made it especially stressful for many respondents concerned about the cost of using their air conditioning.
New research highlights mental health struggles among Australian primary schoolers and their families
New research commissioned by HCF, Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund, has provided a nationally representative snapshot of the challenges faced by primary school-aged children and their families, revealing some concerning findings.?Over half (53%) of parents surveyed reported that their primary schooler had displayed mental health challenges in the past 12 months, and approximately one in three parents (37%) stated that their child had been formally diagnosed with a mental health or neurodevelopmental condition, with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and anxiety being among the most common diagnoses.
Everybody’s Home to convene Australia’s first People’s Commission into the Housing Crisis
As housing affordability remains at crisis levels, Everybody’s Home will convene a People’s Commission to spotlight and trigger change for this top concern among Australians.?The People’s Commission into the Housing Crisis, to be held in May over at least two days, will hear from community members and organisations on the frontline of housing insecurity. Former Labor Senator for NSW Doug Cameron and University of Sydney housing expert Professor Nicole Gurran will act as Commissioners.
Critical funding needed for transgender and gender-diverse Victorians facing homelessness
Council to Homeless Persons (CHP) has called on the Victorian Government to fund safer housing solutions for transgender and gender-diverse Victorians experiencing homelessness, in the upcoming state budget. In its budget submission, Victoria's peak homelessness body highlights the urgent need for dedicated crisis and transitional housing facilities, alongside research and practice development.
‘Disgraceful’ response to paraplegic worker highlights urgent need for judicial reform
CFMEU ACT has called for new judicial guidelines after a building site supervisor was ordered to make a video over a worker being left paraplegic.?CFMEU ACT Secretary Zach Smith said Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury needed to act. "A worker is now paraplegic for life and the only consequence for the boss is being ordered to have another go at making a safety video after a disgraceful and offensive first try," he said.
ASIC’s discriminatory Centrepay ban & delay tactics against First Nations shoppers set for AAT legal challenge
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URBAN RAMPAGE STORES
Urban Rampage, a key retailer for First Nations people in remote communities, is poised to take the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. The company says ASIC is wrong to indefinitely stop Centrepay services, with no reasons given for a delay in making a final decision on an interim stop order first slapped on the business without notice on 29 February, 2024.
Marquee Retail Group appoints voluntary administrators
The Board of Directors of Marquee Retail Group (MRG) has appointed Domenic Calabretta, Mitchell Ball, and Richard Lawrence of Mackay Goodwin as voluntary administrators. MRG owns the brands Colette by Colette Hayman (Colette) and The Daily Edited (tde.) MRG has felt the impact of an unplanned downturn in sales from October 2023 to March 2024, as a result of rising inflation and increased interest rates. That was compounded by its ongoing debt arrangement with the ATO, which dates from the COVID-19-induced drop in sales.
BlinkLab Limited (ASX:BB1) marks its ASX debut during World Autism Month, championing AI-powered mental healthcare innovations
BlinkLab Limited (ASX:BB1) (ASX:BB1)
In alignment with World Autism Month, BlinkLab Limited (ASX:BB1) proudly announces its listing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) today, 4 April 2024, at 12:00pm AEDT (9:00am AWST). Founded by visionary neuroscientists at Princeton University, BlinkLab has carved a niche in advancing mental healthcare through the development of smartphone-based AI-powered solutions for the early diagnosis of autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Experts available for comment about mental health days for young people
Experts from youth mental health service ReachOut are available this week for interviews about school aged children taking mental health days. They can discuss what a mental health day is and what it is not, how a mental health day can benefit a young person and provide tips for parents and carers on how they can support their young people when it comes to mental health days.
Monash experts: World Health Day (7 April)
Sunday 7 April is World Health Day with this year’s theme, ‘My health, my right. Around the world, the right to health of millions is increasingly coming under threat.?This year’s theme was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination. Monash experts are available for comment.
Memory Walk amp; Jog is heading to Sydney!
What started as one event has grown to a movement across Australia, and in six weeks Memory Walk & Jog will take place in Sydney! Dementia Australia’s largest fundraising event is heading back to Sydney after a great event last year with walkers, runners and joggers setting off on Sunday 19 May at Leichardt Oval #3, Lilyfield.?
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