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Prison population up 10,000 in 10 years

Australia’s prison population has jumped by more than 10,000 in a decade off the back of a tougher stance on crime. Figures released by the Australian Bureau of
Read more 27 April 2024
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Healthcare system delivers world-class ROI

Australia’s healthcare system is one of the most cost-effective in the world, according to new Productivity Commission research. Commissioner Catherine de Fontenay
Read more 26 April 2024
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QUT vaccine aims for chlamydia-free koalas

A respected Australasian researcher is leading the fight to save Australia’s koala population, with a QUT-led vaccine program releasing its first chlamydia-free animal
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The King calls for action on ‘preventable dementia’

Queensland rugby league legend Wally Lewis has called for a multi-million dollar investment to tackle “the only form of dementia that is preventable”. In a National
Read more 24 April 2024
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Parent concern for their lonely children

Loneliness is having a major impact on the wellbeing of young people, according to the people who care for them. A survey of Australia’s parents and carers by mental
Read more 24 April 2024
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Long-range drone to boost remote health

A hydrogen-fuelled, emissions-free medical drone is being developed to enhance health services in rural and remote Australia. The drone will be developed through the
Read more 24 April 2024
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Record haul blows hole in illegal vape supply

The crackdown on illegal vapes is gathering speed with a recent operation seizing almost half a million, the largest haul since new regulations came into effect in
Read more 23 April 2024
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New sodium-based battery can charge in seconds

Korean researchers have announced the development of a sodium-ion battery that can be charged in seconds. The breakthrough is attracting global attention because sodium
Read more 23 April 2024
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Vaccinations urged to curb child flu death surge

Health authorities are calling for more children to be vaccinated to avoid another spike in deaths in the coming flu season. Head of the interim Australian Centre for
Read more 23 April 2024
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Farmers gather to tackle pressing issues

Brisbane will host a major gathering of the agricultural industry and government stakeholders in October. The AgForce 2024 Queensland Agriculture Industry Conference
Read more 23 April 2024