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UQ Gets $8M Gift for the Arts

Wendy Williams, Thursday, 18th August 2016 -  A Brisbane philanthropist has donated $8 million in what is being hailed the biggest ever donation dedicated to the arts in Queensland.

ACTU Speaks Out in Opposition to Plebiscite

Wendy Williams, Wednesday, 17th August 2016 -  The Australian Council of Trade Unions has spoken out in favour of same sex marriage for the first time, calling on the prime minister to hold a free parliamentary vote.

Manus Island Detention Centre To Close

Wendy Williams, Wednesday, 17th August 2016 -  Manus Island detention centre is set to close as Australia and Papua New Guinea have reportedly reached an agreement.

Disability Orgs Condemn Treatment of Student ‘Locked in a Cage’

Wendy Williams, Wednesday, 17th August 2016 -  National disability organisations have condemned the treatment of a student who was allegedly “locked in a cage” and have called on the government to establish a royal commission.

Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Violence

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 16th August 2016 -  Akolade’s second Breaking the Cycle of Domestic and Family Violence conference will take place from 27 to 29 September 2016 at Crowne Plaza in Melbourne.

Supporting Young People to Fight for Equality

Wendy Williams, Tuesday, 16th August 2016 -  Young people need to be empowered to fight for their equality, according to a new report from global charity Oxfam.

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Tips for ‘Intrapreneurs’ Leading NDIS Transformations

Doug Taylor, Tuesday, 16th August 2016 -  The director of resilient communities at welfare provider Uniting, Doug Taylor, offers his top three tips on how to survive as an “intrapreneur” working on the transformational journey to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in a Not f

Thieves Steal Bike From Lone Aussie Rider

Wendy Williams, Tuesday, 16th August 2016 -  The self-named Lone Aussie Rider who is cycling around Australia in a bid to raise money and awareness for mental health charity beyondblue has had his bike stolen.

The Benefits of Volunteering Felt More Keenly After 40

Wendy Williams, Monday, 15th August 2016 -  Volunteering when you are middle aged or elderly can boost your mental and emotional well being, according to a new UK study.

AFL Offers Traineeships to Help Young Muslims

Wendy Williams, Monday, 15th August 2016 -  Australia’s largest Not for Profit, the AFL, is offering 10 traineeships to help assist Muslim young people make the step into employment.
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