Newcastle conduct complaints double, costs up $56k
Code of conduct complaints at Newcastle City Council have doubled in two years, costing ratepayers over $62,000. Nine complaints were lodged, with four still pending. Read the full report.
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Sleep Disorder May Predict Parkinson's Disease Early
Murdoch University research reveals REM sleep behaviour disorder could be an early warning sign for Parkinson's, enabling proactive intervention years before diagnosis.
HMRI award for research transforming blood infection care
Professor Joshua Davis wins HMRI Research Excellence Award for landmark work on staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections, improving global patient outcomes. Read about the Newcastle-based breakthrough.
East Fremantle Council votes to pay itself super
East Fremantle councillors have unanimously voted to receive superannuation payments, backdated to the October elections. The move aligns the Town with larger councils.
Long-term study finds COVID vaccines safe, effective after 4 years
A landmark French study of 28.6 million people shows Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines reduce death risk by 74% long-term. Discover the compelling safety data.
New Mayor Dametto faces first council vote test
Townsville's new Mayor, Nick Dametto, faces his first major council vote on hiring political advisers. Will he secure support for his team?
Townsville scientist's idea leads to global beauty deal
A Townsville scientist's persistence turned a rejected concept into a major global beauty industry partnership. Discover how local innovation is making a worldwide impact.
Townsville Council Hiring 30 Staff for 'Back to Basics' Push
Townsville City Council is recruiting 30 new staff in a major 'back to basics' drive to improve core services like parks, roads, and waste. Mayor Troy Thompson leads the overhaul.
Emails reveal planned job cuts at research funding body
Internal emails show the Australian Research Council is planning staff cuts despite an expanded workload. Senator Pocock accuses the ARC of a secret restructure. Read the full investigation.
Aussies set to spend $1b on pets this Christmas
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.
Cottesloe Councillor Quits, May Run in Nedlands
Cottesloe councillor Katy Mason has resigned and is moving to Nedlands. She is considering running in the upcoming Nedlands council election. Read the full story.
Video glitches in job interviews reduce hiring chances
New Australian research reveals technical issues in virtual job interviews negatively impact a candidate's perceived competence and hireability. Learn how to avoid these pitfalls.
Zempilas Leadership Fails to Dent WA Labor's Poll Lead
New Painted Dog Research poll shows Basil Zempilas has barely shifted the dial for the WA Liberals, while Premier Roger Cook faces voter anger on cost of living. Full analysis inside.
Australian Postcode Linked to Body Weight, Study Finds
New Curtin University research reveals your Australian suburb can influence your weight. Discover the environmental factors at play and what it means for public health policy.
WACA asks for 10-year, $2.5m rate exemption from council
The WACA's CEO has formally requested a 10-year exemption from council rates, worth an estimated $2.5 million, to aid the historic ground's financial future. Read the full story.
Evidence questions 'upstander' bullying strategy in schools
Recent high-quality studies suggest encouraging students to confront bullies may be counterproductive. Experts urge schools to focus on evidence-based whole-school approaches instead.
Work Christmas Parties: A Hotspot for Harassment
New research reveals over 15% of sexual harassment incidents happen at work social events. Experts from UniSA outline crucial steps for employers and employees to respond and prevent harm.
Newcastle researcher probes $137 billion biodiversity market
University of Newcastle researcher Dr Brooke Williams receives $530,000 grant to develop tool for effective forest restoration amid Australia's growing environmental markets.
Cairns Cancer Hub Seeks $75m Federal Funding Lifeline
The Australian Tropical Centre for Cancer Genomics faces closure without $75 million federal funding. Learn how this impacts Far North Queensland's cancer care and research.
UOW researcher's 13-year MND research journey
Natalie Farrawell shares her 13-year journey at UOW's Yerbury Lab working towards a Motor Neurone Disease cure. Discover how every research step matters in this medical breakthrough race.
Polar Explorer Captain Garcia's Historic Sea Voyages
Discover how Captain Etienne Garcia leads Ponant's icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot on groundbreaking Arctic expeditions while advancing polar research and luxury cruising.
Breakthrough in Childhood Cancer Treatment Found
Australian researchers discover potential drug to overcome resistance in neuroblastoma, offering new hope for treating deadly childhood cancer. Learn about this medical breakthrough.
7 Perth stores lose lottery licenses over illegal sales
Lotterywest terminates agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. A zero-tolerance crackdown on the black market.
Lotterywest terminates dodgy Perth retailers
Lotterywest has terminated agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. This crackdown supports community health and integrity.
Why modern pop music lacks emotional power
New research shows pop melodies have become less complex since 2000, explaining why songs like Queen's Don't Stop Me Now create stronger emotional responses than modern hits.
21,000 Aussies Have Metastatic Breast Cancer
Shocking new data reveals double the estimated Australians living with incurable breast cancer. Learn about the urgent need for research and support.
Common Sense Missing in Council Petition Decisions
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Green Perth Offices Get 7% Higher Rent
JLL research reveals Perth's top-rated sustainable offices can charge 7% more rent, with fully electric buildings seeing a 23.4% national premium. Discover the financial benefits of green retrofitting.
SA Experts Launch Algal Bloom Health Study
South Australian researchers are taking action to investigate the human health impacts of harmful algal blooms, addressing sore throats and breathing issues.
Council audit reveals contractor paid triple former wage
Audit reveals Douglas Shire Council paid former employee triple their wage as contractor. Investigation uncovers serious procurement breaches and governance failures.
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