Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health / Public Health Association of Australia Research also uncovers overlap with ultra-processed foods, sugary drinks, mental health, screen time, smoking and alcohol New research published today shows that almost half (45.6%) of Australian teens are living with chronic diseases or developmental conditions like attention deficient hyperactivity disorder […]
Innovative floating garden trays have been helping cool down Centenary and Parramatta Squares this summer as part of a heat reduction experiment by Future Village. Following the success of last year’s trial in Parramatta Square, the project has now expanded to cover 58 square metres in the heart of Parramatta, featuring 600 plants and 60 […]
The number of people sleeping rough in Sydney’s inner city has surged to 346, marking a 24% increase from last year, according to the latest street count by the City of Sydney. Conducted in the early hours of February 25, the annual summer count involved more than 100 volunteers surveying streets and parks. The findings […]
24 March 2025 The search for Australia’s best early childhood educators is now underway, with nominations officially open for the 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards. Now in its 11th year, these prestigious awards honor the dedicated educators and carers who play a vital role in shaping the nation’s early childhood education sector. […]
Reports today of a threat towards a mosque in Western Sydney are truly disgusting. The NSW Police Force have launched an urgent investigation into this threat and those responsible will face the full force of the law. Every single person in our state deserves to be able to practice their faith free from threats, and […]