Young eyes on the ballot: What election campaigns teach kids about democracy
As candidates vie for votes with polished messaging and party lines, a team of researchers from the University of South Australia warns that the...
Melbourne overdose deaths rise amid surging regional rates: Report
The number of Australians dying from drug overdoses continues to climb, with over 38,000 drug-induced deaths recorded since 2002, according to Australia's Annual Overdose...
Victoria’s medical research receives $2.9m boost to save lives
The Allan Labor Government is propelling local researchers toward groundbreaking medical advancements with new grants supporting world-leading research projects in Victoria and beyond.
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Ministers unveil National Skills Plan for future jobs
Federal, state, and territory Skills and Training Ministers convened in Melbourne have launched the National Skills Plan, a key initiative of the National Skills...
Australia moves to make tech giants pay for journalism
The Australian government is set to introduce a new scheme compelling major tech companies, such as Facebook, to pay for Australian journalism, according to...
Racism Register launches to turn lived experiences into national evidence
Australia has a new platform to confront racism with the launch of the Racism Register, a national initiative that allows people to anonymously report...
Telangana Minister to deliver keynote at global biotech forum in Melbourne
Telangana’s Industries and IT Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu has been invited to deliver the keynote address at AusBiotech 2025, the Asia-Pacific’s most influential life...
Under 35s favour second-hand cars, over 50s go for new
They say you can tell a lot about a person by the car they drive. In Australia, it seems you can also guess their...
Deadline Extended: More time for residents to save $500 with solar
Victorian apartment residents have more time to save on their energy bills through the Solar for Apartments program, which has been extended until 28...
Every voice counts: A new storybook inspires safe conversations with kids
Australia’s government has taken a proactive step towards child safety with the launch of My superhero voice, a children’s storybook available in ten languages....