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Cairns Founder Wins International Moyamoya Award

Nicola Baker from Cairns receives global recognition for her work raising awareness about Moyamoya disease through her foundation Moyamoya Australia. Discover her inspiring journey.

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.

Help Build UV-Safe Sanctuary for NSW Sisters

Two young Australian sisters with a rare sun allergy need community support to finish their UV-safe backyard sanctuary, giving them the freedom to play outdoors. Donate to their Christmas dream.

Lynas Texas rare earths plant scrapped

Lynas Rare Earths abandons Texas plant plans after failing to secure US government support. CEO cites 'America First' policy as key hurdle. Read the full analysis.

33km rare earths run mapped at Mount Ridley

Mount Ridley Mines identifies 33km of untested rare earths and gallium targets at Grass Patch Complex near Esperance, expanding its significant resource potential in Western Australia.

Viridis locks $46m for Brazil rare earths development

Viridis Mining secures $46 million funding package to accelerate its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, positioning it as a strategic Western supply source. Discover how this deal transforms the critical minerals landscape.

St George's monster rare earths hits in Brazil

St George Mining unveils exceptional rare earth and niobium results from Brazil's Araxá project, potentially reshaping one of the West's most significant critical minerals discoveries. Read the full analysis.

Rebecca Gibney's brave mental health revelation

Beloved Aussie actress Rebecca Gibney shares her private struggle with returning anxiety and panic attacks, urging others to seek help. Her powerful story highlights mental health resilience.

Toddler's fight for rare Batten disease diagnosis

A Whitsundays family's heartbreaking fight for a diagnosis for their daughter, Saylah, reveals the devastating impact of infantile Batten disease. Discover their story and how to help.

Movember's Mission Extends Far Beyond November

Discover how Movember's life-saving work continues year-round across Australia, focusing on men's mental health and prostate cancer awareness beyond the annual campaign.

Perth School Needle Scare: Minister Seeks Answers

WA Health Minister Meredith Hammat demands details after a botched blood sugar test at Byford John Calvin School saw students pricked with a single needle. Parents urged to get children tested.

Viridis wins US$100m Canadian finance for rare earths

Viridis Mining and Minerals secures US$100 million debt financing from Export Development Canada for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking another win for Western critical minerals supply.

Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX

Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.

Alcohol Safety Campaign After Laos Methanol Deaths

The Albanese Government launches 'Drinking? Drink Mindfully' campaign with families of Melbourne teens who died from methanol poisoning in Laos. Essential reading for Schoolies travellers.

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