Two nurses and three doctors have been assaulted by a patient at South Australia’s Port Pirie Hospital, the latest in a spate of violent attacks at regional hospitals, a union says. The incident occurred on Saturday night with the patient approaching a nurse in a corridor, stepping on her foot and then punching her in … [Read more…]
The annual media coverage that follows the Archibald Prize – and its portraiture subjects – might make it Australia’s most visible award for painting. But it’s not the oldest. Pre-dating the Archibald (for portraiture) and the Sulman (for best subject painting, genre painting or mural project), the Wynne Prize recognises the best landscape painting of … [Read more…]
Campaspe Shire Council endorsed plans developed in conjunction with the Tongala and Colbinabbin communities at last night’s meeting. The Colbinabbin Place Based Plan and the Colbinabbin Recreation Reserve Master Plan were developed by the Colbinabbin community who identified a community vision of: “Our strong spirit and innovative thinking creates a vibrant and welcoming place for … [Read more…]
342291_01 Chantelle Bozicevic Men’s Health Month is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about men’s physical and mental health. This year, the focus is on “healthy habits,” encouraging men to adopt new routines and behaviors that promote improved physical and mental wellbeing. The Heart Foundation, a prominent advocate for cardiovascular health, is taking … [Read more…]
20 June 2023, AU: Unlocking higher pasture production and increased profits, our collaboration with the University of New England, Australia reveals how our forage grass outperformed traditional fields Since 2020, our Australian team has cooperated with the University of New England (UNE) in Armidale, New South Wales. UNE runs 2900 hectares of SMART Farms, which are commercial … [Read more…]
Minister Di Farmer. Arthur Gorrie Gympie region’s vital small and micro-business sector will have some much-needed help with power bills, following an announcement from Employment and Small Business Minister Di Farmer. Speaking at the Sunshine Coast, Ms Farmer said Queensland small to medium sized businesses would benefit from $35 million over three years to help … [Read more…]
Given the funding initiatives announced in the recent Federal Budget, it is an appropriate time to reflect on where Australia is on its journey to building a globally competitive green hydrogen industry and where that sits in the context of the transition to net zero and developments globally. Background To provide some context, the 2023-2024 … [Read more…]
It’s full steam ahead for the Mary Valley Rattler, as the tourist line makes its own way in the world, separate now from Gympie Regional Council oversight. Arthur Gorrie The formal separation of the Rattler Railway Company from its Gympie Regional Council coat tails is finally official. A council and Rattler joint announcement on Wednesday … [Read more…]
Tin Can Bay fishing industry environmental adviser and retired fisherman Joe McLeod has for years been calling out the environmental catastrophe he sees emerging in the Great Sandy Strait – and now people are apparently starting to listen. Arthur Gorrie As state government, fishing and tourism operators and academic institutions investigate ongoing threats to Great … [Read more…]
Amamoor resident Jenny Spillman enjoys a free drink at the Village Green Cafe, at Amamoor Station. Gympie Regional Council gave away free water last Friday morning as workers closed down the town’s reticulated water supply in order to conduct repairs. Arthur Gorrie Amamoor residents had to make the best of their lot last Friday, when … [Read more…]