NewsMatch Alert: Press Release Summary | 17 April 2024
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Lifeline support guides for tragic Sydney incidents
As communities are coming to terms with devastating incidents occurring in Bondi and Wakeley this week, Lifeline has put together a Wellbeing Support Guide. This is intended to support community members process a wide range of emotions and reactions in the aftermath of such public tragedies.
Media invite: Masterclass for journalists to deepen reporting knowledge on violence against women
Journalists and media professionals are invited to apply for Our Watch’s prestigious Masterclass Series to deepen reporting knowledge of violence against women. The free professional development series aims to support early career journalists or those new to reporting on the national crisis by providing an in-depth understanding of violence against women and exploring how responsible media reporting helps to prevent violence before it occurs.
Renowned Investigative Journalist Kate McClymont AM to Deliver Inaugural Women in Media Oration Dinner Honouring Caroline Jones AO
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The inaugural Women in Media Oration Dinner Honouring Caroline Jones AO is set to take place on Thursday evening, August 8, in Sydney, celebrating the influential legacy of media icon Caroline Jones AO. Kate McClymont , a ten-time Walkley Award winner celebrated for her groundbreaking investigative journalism, will deliver the Oration at this prestigious gala event.
New research explores why young women in Australia are reluctant to enter politics
Despite growing momentum to increase female representation in Australia’s national parliament, it continues to be a male dominated domain. New research from Monash University explores why young women still feel reluctant to become a member of the national parliament.
Six months into the war on Gaza, over 10,000 women have been killed, among them an estimated 6,000 mothers, leaving 19,000 children orphaned
Today, UN Women launches its latest Gender Alert on Gaza. Six months into the war, 10,000 Palestinian women have been killed, among them an estimated 6,000 mothers, leaving 19,000 children orphaned. Women who have survived Israeli bombardment and ground operations have been displaced, widowed, and facing starvation. This devastating differentiated impact continues to make the war on Gaza also a war on women.
Imam Kamran Tahir calls for unity and interfaith harmony
The Imam of Adelaide's largest mosque, the Mahmood Mosque, Imam Kamran Tahir, was deeply saddened to learn about the attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel and condemned it in the strongest terms. Highlighting the spirit of interfaith harmony that exists in South Australia, Imam Tahir urged community members to work together to maintain social cohesion and support one another during this challenging time..
8 in 10 people believe no child or young person should be homeless in Australia
YOUTH HOMELESSNESS MATTERS DAY - YFOUNDATIONS
A new national poll by Essential Media finds that across Australia and all age groups, 80 percent of people agree that child and youth homelessness is unacceptable and that all levels of government must do more to tackle the issue. Today on Youth Homelessness Matters Day community organisations are joining with young people to urge Federal and State governments to commit to ending child and youth homelessness.
Urgent call for youth homelessness funding after 18 years of neglect
Council to Homeless Persons (CHP) has urged the Victorian Government to tackle the youth homelessness crisis with a comprehensive strategy in the upcoming state budget. As homelessness among young Victorians reaches critical levels, immediate action is needed to provide both housing and support services.
City of Sydney tables planning change to boost housing
Proposed changes to planning rules are set to encourage developers create more build-to-rent residences in central Sydney, aimed at tackling the housing crisis. The City of Sydney is now seeking feedback on the changes, with the proposed amendments to the Sydney Local Environment Plan 2012 open for public comment until May 14.
Affordable Coastal Havens: Australia’s Top 50 Suburbs to Downsize Near the Beach for Under $1M
Today, Property Credit is excited to release its latest report, "Affordable Coastal Havens: The Top 50 Suburbs for Beachside Downsizing Under $1M," meticulously crafted for those aiming to downsize while enjoying the allure of coastal living in Australia. This pivotal analysis pinpoints the ideal suburbs that combine affordability with a desirable seaside lifestyle, serving as an essential guide for prospective downsizers across the nation.
Public meeting will address Australia’s unsustainable population growth
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At a public meeting in Adelaide on Saturday organised by Sustainable Population Australia (SPA), expert speakers will explain why Australia’s current rapid population growth is unsustainable. SPA is currently running a campaign ‘SayNO to Big Australia!’ In the year ending 30 September 2023, Australia grew by 659,800 people, at a growth rate of 2.5%, the highest in six decades. This is four times the average population growth rate for OECD countries.
Predatory gambling ads must be part of nation’s online safety regime
The Alliance for Gambling Reform says Federal Government must urgently act to close a loophole that excludes predatory online gambling advertising targeting children from being included in the nation’s basic online safety code. Under current definitions the nation’s Basic Online Safety Expectations (BOSE) gambling advertising is not included among online harms such as hate speech, cyber-bullying and child sexual exploitation.
Social restructuring in harsh conditions promotes cooperative behaviour in songbirds
Monash University ornithologists have shed light on the intricate relationship between social structure, environmental conditions, and cooperative behaviour in superb fairy-wrens (Malurus cyaneus). An international study led by researchers from the Monash School of Biological Sciences – including senior author Professor Anne Peters – and published today in Proceedings of the Royal Society B, explores how seasonal changes affect the social dynamics and behaviour of these avian communities.
Climate change is wiping out rare bacteria in a ‘greening’ Antarctica
A warming climate in Antarctica is leading to a shift in the balance of the ecosystem’s microbes which in turn could accelerate the warming climate. Plenty is known about the existential threat of climate change to plants and animals. But by comparison, we know very little about how microorganisms will be affected by climate change.
A healthy dose of caution required for Virtual Reality
Optometrists are advising caution amidst the recent launch of a range of new Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) headsets into the market and forecasts that suggest the number of Australians using the technology could more than double to 3.3 million (12%) by 2027. The warning on potential negative effects on users’ eyesight also comes at a time when new data from The Bupa Pulse Check revealed that 34 per cent of Aussies say technology is having a negative effect on their mental health, this includes 53 per cent of those aged 18-29.
Historic donation to The Nature Conservancy supports protection of unique biodiversity haven by Queensland Government
A $21 million donation to The Nature Conservancy - most likely the single largest donation to buy land for conservation in Australian history - has supported the purchase of more than 300,000 hectares of Channel Country in western Queensland for the national park estate. Dr James Fitzsimons , The Nature Conservancy’s Global Protection Senior Advisor, said the acquisition was slightly larger than the Yosemite National Park in the United States, and was a significant achievement for conservation in Queensland and in Australia.
Riding for connection
On the 5th April a local man from Wallsend, Ian Kidd, embarked on an 1800km solo bike ride from the southernmost part of the Australian mainland in Victoria, Wilson’s Promontory, to Newcastle along the East coast of Australia. He aims to raise much-needed funds for his local Lifeline centre as well as create a greater awareness of mental health issues in the Hunter.
Media Alert – Reminder for Anzac Day 2024 overseas media registrations
Media organisations or representatives wishing to attend Anzac Day commemorations in France or Türkiye can now apply for media accreditation. Applications can be lodged up until 11.59pm AEST Friday 19 April 2024. Late registrations will not be accepted. Numbers of media representatives will be limited due to constraints at the commemorative/memorial sites in both France and Türkiye.
Media event 18 April - Minister for Regional Transport & Roads to launch commemorative ANZAC Day bus with CDC NSW
Tomorrow (18 April), the NSW Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, The Hon. Jenny Aitchison, will join veterans and staff from CDC NSW to officially unveil a special commemorative “Anzac Spirit” bus that pays tribute to Australians who currently serve and have served in the Australian Defence Force. The “Anzac Spirit” bus will travel around the Hunter Valley and features a custom exterior wrap design depicting iconic images and symbols honouring the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who served their country proudly.
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