Social Issues

The Queensland government has committed addition funding to gender services for children in the state following the independent review’s release.

‘While corporate activism may appeal to a small, vocal minority, it risks alienating a broader base of stakeholders, including consumers,’ said Emilie Dye.

A separate study in the US found zero alcohol drinks can be used in harm reduction.

According to the Butterfly Foundation, there has been an 86 percent increase in the mental health condition among people aged 10 to 19 since 2012.

The data present ‘a stark reminder of the persistent and evolving challenge of drug use and its implications for public health and safety,’ said ACIC CEO.

Discussions around quarantining the income of job seekers has reared its head following a report into the after-effects of the Cashless Debit Card’s removal.

Curfew is a crucial short-term response, but it should not be the only solution to the youth crime crisis, Linda Burney said.

57 students and staff wrote to Yoorrook Justice Commission seeking a name change.

Greens MPs say the move was a response to the failed Voice referendum in Australia.

‘No-win-no-fee’ litigation backers are gambling millions on challenges to big projects across Australia in the hope of taking a major share of any payout.

As the defection of Muslim Senator Fatima Payman ignites a debate about parties representing different faiths, the prime minister cautions against it.

Job vacancies have fallen once again—but statistics experts say total vacancies are still higher than before the pandemic.

Rates of excess mortality in Australia remain above what would normally be expected, a trend which began in 2021. However, 2023’s rate is half that of 2022.

‘It’s impossible to take campaigns like ’Hobart Respects All‘ seriously when actions prove otherwise,’ argued Councillor Louise Elliot.

Poor book sales have contributed to Booktopia being placed into voluntary administration with losses of $16.7 million for the second half of last year.

Zoo management say ’strong visitor feedback' is behind the decision.

In just five days, hundreds of Aussie parents have signed up.

‘I think that social media has provided tremendous benefits,’ said Meta Vice President Antigone Davis.

The Victorian government said the ad was to encourage people to understand what it’s like for a transgender person facing discrimination.