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 more6 February 2025
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
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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 more6 February 2025
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 more6 February 2025
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 more6 February 2025
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 more5 February 2025
First cost-of-living decrease in four years for pensioners
Cheaper electricity has led to the first cost-of-living fall for Australian pensioners in more than four years.
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data,
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Hope for earlier treatment of postpartum depression
A new hormone bio-marker could provide an early indication of postpartum depression (PPD), paving the way for quicker treatment.
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine
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New employment laws drive spike in collective bargaining
A report on the impact of new Federal employment laws has shown an increase in collective bargaining and real wages since the legislation was passed, but has been
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Native vegetation proximity boosts crop yields
Planting crops near native vegetation can boost yields by up to 20 percent.
Ecologists from the University of South Australia say they have proof native vegetation is
Read more5 February 2025