THE Federal and NSW Governments are delivering 116 new social housing units for seniors in Sydney through the $2B Social Housing Accelerator Fund, with more than half already co...
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THIRTY-one doctors in training and four trainee critical care paramedics have completed intensive training at NSW’s Aeromedical Crewing Excellence Centre. The program prepares t...
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Dieu was so happy that The Fred Hollows Foundation was going to provide treatment for her cataract that she sprang from her seat to embrace Gabi Hollows. Many poor people in Vie...
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AS tax time nears, Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ) surveyed 180 tax professionals to uncover clients’ most questionable claims. Responses included salon haircuts justified by...
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DOCTORS warn Australia faces a severe flu season, with declining vaccination rates among high-risk groups. Only 61% of adults over 65 and 25% of children under five were vaccina...
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NSW’s Return and Earn scheme has reached a major milestone, with 13 billion drink containers recycled since its 2017 launch – returning over $1.3B refunds to the community and r...
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A MONASH University study found that eating eggs 1-6 times per week is linked to a 29% lower risk of cardiovascular disease-related death and a 15% lower risk of all-cause morta...
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THE Salvation Army urges Australians to reassess their finances in 2025, as 46% start the year in debt and 30% struggle to budget. Rising living costs and reliance on credit car...
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DENTISTS are urging parents to prioritise regular dental check-ups as the 2024 Oral Health Tracker Report revealed a surge in preventable hospitalisations for children due to de...
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AN Alcohol and Drug Foundation survey revealed that 64% of Australians worried about a loved one’s alcohol or drug use feel unsure about how to provide support. Nearly 60% strug...
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THE opening of suburban pop-up Christmas stores for 2024 is reviving the tradition of holiday decorating. Despite rising living costs, Christmas Warehouse’s Retail Manager, Naom...
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NSW has launched a $20M Shore Power project at White Bay Cruise Terminal, providing electricity to docked cruise ships to reduce emissions. This will cut over 4,000 tonnes of em...
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OVER 60% of Australian pet owners are forgoing pet insurance due to rising living costs, despite the risk of high vet expenses. Since 2020, pet acquisition costs have increased ...
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RETURN and Earn in NSW has celebrated recycling 11 billion bottles, cans, and cartons since its 2017 inception. The scheme has returned $1.1B in refunds to the public and raised...
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MOTORISTS in outer suburban areas are embracing the federal government’s discount for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, per latest data from NALSPA. Suburbs like Werribee, T...
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THE Hawkesbury Local Business Awards is back, and it’s almost time for you to nominate your favourite business.
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THE collapse of Western Sydney property giant Bathla Group has taken another turn, with receivers appointed over a completed townhouse development at Kellyville as lenders move to protect their interests.
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ROBERT KINKADE | WHEN you're travelling with a car full of luggage, the last thing you want to worry about is finding a secure parking spot or hauling bulky bags across a busy city street.
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