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Anglesea community to take the reins
The Anglesea community is about to start working together on their vision for the future of the town.
Surf Coast Shire Council is supporting the...
On-Campus vs. Off-Campus Student Accommodation near The University of Melbourne
So, you’ve made it to the University of Melbourne—amazing! Getting that offer letter is a moment to remember. But now comes the real question:...
VOLUNTEERS GEARING UP FOR OUTBACK AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST MUSIC FESTIVAL
Featuring Missy Higgins, Hoodoo Gurus, The Cat Empire, Birds of Tokyo, The Angels, Kasey Chambers, Kate Ceberano, Leo Sayer and more Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash – August 21-23, 2025 National Volunteers Week – May 19 – 25, 2025 As National Volunteers Week (May 19-25) kicks off volunteers for the Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash – the biggest music event […]
From farm to fashion – Deakin and Country Road join forces
Deakin University’s Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM) has partnered with iconic fashion brand Country Road to trial a fully domestic process to transform low-grade Merino wool into high-value yarn. The ‘Mud to Marle’ project signifies an exciting new step in Australia’s textile industry, made possible after IFM and Full Circle Fibres secured a grant as […]
La Trobe University’s cutting-edge energy solutions address its net zero mission
La Trobe’s net zero ambition is being achieved with a fully integrated solar farm and battery storage solution powered by Schneider Electric. Reduction in a minimum of 69,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions utilising SM AirSeT over the initial project’s life cycle for enhanced energy efficiency. Innovative switchgear extends system lifespan by an additional 10 years, […]
Patagonia Announces New Film ‘Sea Country — Malu Lag’ Celebrating First Nations Leadership
Nicole Gormley The new documentary, titled ‘Sea Country — Malu Lag,’ which translates to ‘Our Sea’ follows the story of Tishiko King in a powerful tribute to Zenadth Kes / Torres Strait Islanders and their fight for climate justice. Global outdoor brand Patagonia today announced the upcoming release of ‘Sea Country — Malu Lag,’ a powerful new documentary exploring First Nations leadership in ocean protection and the […]
New footpath to link Torquay’s key precincts
Surf Coast Shire Council is commencing construction of a new footpath on the west side of the Surf Coast Highway, connecting Baines Crescent to...
Green bond issuance to hit record US$600 billion in 2025
Johann Ple, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager at AXA Investment Managers. AXA Investment Managers forecasts that green bond issuance will soar to US$600 billion in 2025, driven by supportive regulation, evolving market dynamics, and surging investor demand for credible ESG-aligned investments. The spike in the global issuance of green bonds marks an important commitment to […]
25 Tonnes of E-Waste Saved from Landfills in 1 Year in Sydney
Do you know how much electronic waste pollutes our environment every year? It’s a growing concern globally, and Australia is no exception. ITC Asset Management, an e-waste management company based in Sydney, has successfully diverted 25 tonnes of e-waste from landfills over the past year. Instead of dumping e-waste into a landfill, they collect it, […]
Rock Lobsters – ooh ahh – thriving in Victoria’s Marine Parks after two decades of protection
Long-term marine protection is proving to be a game-changer for lobster populations along Victoria’s coastline, with a new Deakin University study revealing dramatic increases in both the number and size of lobsters inside marine protected areas (MPAs). Published in Biological Conservation, the study found lobsters – also known as crayfish – in no-take MPAs were nearly […]