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Community legal services turn away over 1000 every day

At least 150,000 people impacted by domestic violence were turned away from community legal centres in the past year. Community Legal Centres CEO Tim Leach said lack of

Self-harm spike shows girls most impacted by lockdowns

COVID lockdowns disproportionately impacted the mental health of girls and young women, according to a new study. Research from the University of Sydney found there had

Policy penalty blocks homeless youth from housing

Homeless young people are being denied housing because policy settings make it more profitable for providers to rent to older Australians. New research from the

Councils urged to better support fashion recycling

A new global study has called for a shake-up of the recycled clothing industry, finding most donated clothes were exported to other countries or sent to

Virtual classes give Queensland students flexibility

A virtual classroom is supporting students across Queensland to access a variety of subjects online, regardless of their location. Brisbane Catholic Education’s

State inquiry probes drop in volunteer numbers

A Parliamentary Inquiry will be set up to look at falling volunteering rates in Queensland. State Minister for Volunteers Ann Leahy said volunteering participation had

Cap-free cleaning and gardening support for elderly

Older Australians will be able to access unlimited gardening and cleaning support next year under changes to a Federal Government initiative. Aged Care Minister Anika

Financial stress strains welcome for new migrants

Almost half of Australians believe current immigration levels are too high, despite an overwhelming majority saying the country has benefited from multiculturalism. The

Soft robotic shorts boost mobility in frail and elderly

Robotic shorts have been developed which allow the frail and elderly to be more mobile. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) said the device enabled

Government prepares cash mandate for business

The Federal Government will determine next year which businesses will be required by law to continue to accept cash in an increasingly digital world. Federal Treasurer

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