Traffic sounds undermine benefits of nature
Manmade sounds have been found to interfere with the positive impact of being in a natural environment.
Researchers from the University of the West of England said
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New Department of Veterans’ Affairs agency pledge
A new independent oversight agency will advise Government on the support needed by Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel in an attempt to improve suicide
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50 cent fares drive patronage past pre-COVID levels
Confirmation 50 cent public transport fares will remain in South-East Queensland has been announced alongside the latest patronage figures, which show a widespread
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Real annual bushfire death toll more than 1.5 million
A global study has revealed the actual death toll from bushfires exceeds 1.5 million each year.
Led by Professor Yuming Guo, from Monash University in Melbourne, the
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Endometriosis drug Visanne now on PBS
Women living with endometriosis have cheaper access to treatment, with Visanne now added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler
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Aussie researchers develop natural treatment for obesity
Australian researchers have developed a new obesity treatment that reduces weight without the side-effects of currently popular prescription medicines.
University of
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Homelessness almost doubles risk of death
People experiencing homelessness have a death rate almost double the wider population, according to a new study.
The 10-year study from the Australian Institute of
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January start date for Brisbane Metro service
Brisbane’s Metro bus service will officially start on January 28, after a one-month trial in October.
The Brisbane City Council website shows the high-capacity,
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Tomorrow’s sun shines for Beyond Blue
All royalties from the sale of an anthology, which features an Australian’s award-winning short story, will go to Beyond Blue.
Beyond Blue CEO Georgie Harman said the
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Mandatory life sentences for children under new laws
Queensland’s Childrens Court will be opened to victims and the media under new laws introduced into State Parliament last week, which also place a mandatory life
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