NewsMatch Alert: Press Release Summary | 8 July 2024
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Committee invites submissions on Truth and Justice Commission Bill 2024
The Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs has commenced an inquiry into the Truth and Justice Commission Bill 2024, introduced in the Senate by Yamatji-Noongar Senator Dorinda Cox. The Bill proposes to establish a Federal Truth and Justice Commission, which would provide a national framework for truth-telling about the history and impacts of colonisation, dispossession, and systemic racism on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.?
As we mark the start of NAIDOC week, The Close the Gap Campaign celebrates the resilience, beauty, culture, and pride of First Nations Australians.
“We stand today, proudly echoing the voices of our ancestors, whose strength, fight and sacrifice has enabled us to be here today, keeping the fire burning” says Co-Chair of the Close the Gap Campaign, Karl Briscoe - Jawalba, Kuku Yalanji Bama - MIBL, MPH . We do this today, says Commissioner Katie Kiss , Co-Chair of the Close the Gap Campaign, “in a highly divisive arena, where the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are so often politicised, disrespected and governed through paternalistic and harmful policy”.?
Supercharge your superannuation knowledge
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is encouraging all taxpayers to be aware of important changes that might impact their super.?ATO Deputy Commissioner Emma Rosenzweig said taxpayers should ensure they understand their superannuation entitlements and requirements. On 1 July 2024 the super guarantee rate increased to 11.5%, from 11%.
Stuck in traffic: 7 million Aussies missing out on public transport
New Climate Council analysis has found more than 7 million Australians living in our five biggest cities don’t have access to the frequent, convenient and reliable public transport options, leaving them stuck using polluting and expensive cars for most of their trips. This is a huge barrier that stops Australians choosing to use public transport more often, a form of transport that could slash costs of living and climate pollution at the same time.
Coastal storms: national early warning system will help us better prepare for beach erosion and flooding
A new framework for a national early warning system (EWS) developed by UNSW engineers can forecast the beach erosion and flooding impacts of storms approaching Australia’s sandy coastlines.
#Justice4BiddyPorter: Urgent calls for Inquiries into DPP, Mental Health Review Tribunal & DCJ Victims’ Services
On the fourth anniversary of the brutal killing of 10-year-old Bridgette “Biddy” Porter by a teenage girl known to her; Biddy’s parents, Rebekah and Dominic are fighting for justice for their precious little girl who, until now, has been made invisible by a system her parents say is focussed on protecting their daughter’s killer, rather than meeting community expectations and achieving justice for their daughter and her loved ones.
Time To End Australia’s ‘Gender Discrimination Tax’ On Working Women
Women in the Australian workforce are effectively taxed at a median additional rate of 19 percent for their work versus their male counterparts, according to diversity, equity and inclusion specialist and campaigner Michelle Redfern. The discrepancy means that women on average spend nine years of their careers working for free versus their male counterparts.
Rental Pain Index Report: July 2024 – Easing Pressures and Persistent Affordability Issues
Suburbtrends
The latest Rental Pain Index (RPI) data for July 2024 reveals a complex picture of Australia’s rental market, with significant state differences, changing levels of rental distress and emerging signs of easing pain. However, the impact of high rents remains a critical issue, affecting households nationwide.
Big gap in Australia’s defence: do we need an infowar militia?
The Social Cyber Institute released a discussion paper calling for Australia to set up militia units based in the community to counter information warfare and provide open-source intelligence.(Crowdsourcing an Australian cyber intelligence and information militia) The author, Professor Dan Jerker B. Svantesson , called on the government to react more seriously to the threats of information warfare from Russia and China. He also said the country could exploit the opportunities offered by an engaged and well-educated citizenry to broaden its defences.?
Korotkoff sounds: the reason why your blood pressure reading may be inaccurate
A UNSW academic has called for wider collaboration after a small-scale study indicated that many blood pressure readings may be questionable due to the way traditional cuffs are calibrated.?Brachial cuffs are the dominant method for blood pressure measurements in hospitals and doctor’s surgeries across Australia and the world, although it is already known by experts that their accuracy is questionable.
Discovering a new way blood vessel growth is controlled
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La?Trobe University and Phillipps-University of Marburg (Germany) scientists have discovered how a peptide called Apelin regulates blood vessel growth, opening new avenues of research for cancer treatment, organ regeneration, and tissue engineering.
Australia just grew its commitment to hard plastic recycling with a new facility open for business
A collaboration between UNSW Sydney’s Centre for Sustainable Materials Research & Technology (SMaRT) and IT asset management company Renew IT has begun turning discarded hard plastics into 3D printer feedstock.
CDU partners with Hoops 4 Health to celebrate NAIDOC week
This NAIDOC Week Charles Darwin University (CDU) is joining forces with a leading Northern Territory organisation that empowers First Nations young people and communities through the sport of basketball.?CDU’s First Nations Leadership and the Men@CDU program is collaborating with Hoops 4 Health Pty Ltd , an organisation that provides opportunities for positive change through mentors and healing centred sport.
Grace Removals collaborates with renowned Indigenous artist to support The Indigenous Literacy Foundation
Grace Workplace Solutions, the commercial moving division of Grace Removals, is proud to announce an exciting new collaboration with the Gunnai and Waradjuri artist Robert Michael Young. As part of the NAIDOC week celebrations and aligned with a long-standing commitment to support The Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), Grace commissioned Robert Young to reproduce his original artwork created for Grace in 2022, onto a new Grace Workplace truck.
Alick Tipoti wins 2024 NAIDOC Award
The Australian National Maritime Museum congratulates Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) artist Alick Tipoti on being recognised with a NAIDOC Caring for Country and Culture Award. Matt Poll , the Museum’s Manager Indigenous Programs said, ‘Alick's artistic practice extends his important community work as a language teacher, conservationist and choreographer, he is a role model for all artists in the way he has championed his responsibilities as a custodian of the deep ancestral knowledges of his home in Badu island, western Zenadth Kes.’
Paramedics are key to improving access to palliative care – Monday, 8 July is International Paramedics Day
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) and the Australasian College of Paramedicine (ACP) have joined forces to improve access to and delivery of high-quality palliative care throughout Australia.
Press Conference Alert: Australian Largest Muslim Convention
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community AUSTRALIA
Australia’s oldest annual Muslim conference gathering to discuss world peace initiatives and saving the world from destruction.?Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia will host its 36th Annual Convention on Friday 12th to Sunday 14th July at the Grand Pavilion, Rosehill Gardens - Grand Ave, Rosehill NSW 2142. This year’s event is expected to draw over 3,000 people for presentations and discussions about international peace, leadership and unity.
Dr. Bob Brown signs on for Koala March
Long-time wildlife advocator and highly respected environmental figure Dr. Bob Brown has thrown his support behind the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF)’s upcoming event – the Koala Army’s March for Creatures Great and Small.?In the AKF’s latest Urban the Koala video released this morning, Dr. Bob Brown urges Australians to get behind the cause and join the march to Parliament House on 1 September, in Canberra.
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