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New laws to guarantee three days of cheap child care

Federal Parliament is considering legislation which would guarantee three days a week of subsidised early education for all children from 2026. Federal Education
Read more 6 February 2025
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Education no magic bullet to counter misinformation

A person’s education level has little impact on their ability to identify misinformation on the internet. Researchers at Germany’s Max Planck Institute for Human
Read more 6 February 2025
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Researchers crack the key to living longer

A weekly intake of eggs reduces the risk of heart disease in elderly people by almost 30 percent, according to a new study. Study lead author Holly Wild, a PhD candidate
Read more 6 February 2025
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Eye study provides insights into early disease detection

The mapping of more than 50,000 retinas has revealed ways to detect multiple diseases earlier than current diagnostic methods. The study, led by Melbourne’s Walter and
Read more 6 February 2025
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New brain pathway found to counter anxiety

A circuit in the brain has been discovered which, when inhibited, reduces anxiety without side effects. Study senior author Weill Cornell Medicine Associate Professor
Read more 6 February 2025
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New proton battery safer and greener than lithium-ion

Australian scientists have developed a new rechargeable battery which uses protons, making it safer and more environmentally friendly than lithium-ion
Read more 6 February 2025
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Strickland-Bellamy new CEO at Mater

Experienced health executive Julia Strickland-Bellamy is Mater’s new Chief Executive Officer. Currently the CEO of health provider Aurora, Ms Strickland-Bellamy will
Read more 6 February 2025
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Retailers keen on action to cut crime and red tape

A change in the definition of a small business and a concerted effort to address retail crime are among the issues peak retail bodies want the Federal Government to
Read more 6 February 2025
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Can President Trump really take over Gaza?

By Tamer Morris In an astonishing news conference in Washington, US President Donald Trump proposed the United States “take over” the Gaza Strip and permanently
Read more 6 February 2025
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Lifeguards to remain longer at popular beach

The increased popularity of a Sunshine Coast beach has prompted Council to extend the presence of lifeguards in the area. Sunshine Coast Division 2 Councillor Terry
Read more 5 February 2025