Australia
Thiess secures A$700 million alliance agreement with Harmony for Eva Copper Mine Project
Global mining services provider Thiess has secured an alliance agreement with Harmony to deliver multiple packages of work at the greenfield Eva Copper Mine Project in Cloncurry, North West Queensland, Australia. This includes bulk earthworks, workshop construction and mining services over five years, with the mining scope valued at approximately A$700 million. Thiess Group Executive…
Sound Fair? New research provides vital snapshot of Australia’s art music commissioning landscape
Music Australia has today released a new report examining the commissioning environment faced by Australian creators of art music, providing the sector’s first comprehensive snapshot in more than a decade. Sound Fair? An analysis of art music commissioning in Australia takes a comprehensive look at commissioning practices across the art music sector, which encompasses contemporary classical,…
STEPS Garden Centre invites kids to creative school holiday workshops
Families looking for fun and meaningful school holiday activities are invited to STEPS Garden Centre in Caloundra, where two hands-on workshops are set to spark creativity and a love for gardening in young minds. The popular Fairy Garden Workshop returns on Wednesday 14 January, inviting children to design their own miniature magical world using plants, decorative rocks, and a…
Permudah Mobilitas Masyarakat Selama Nataru, KAI Daop 4 Berikan Diskon 30% pada 24 KA Ekonomi Komersial
KAI Daop 4 Semarang mencatat tingginya antusiasme masyarakat terhadap program diskon tiket kereta api sebesar 30 persen untuk periode Angkutan Natal dan Tahun Baru (Nataru) 2025/2026. Hingga 22 Desember 2025, sebanyak 112.981 tiket diskon telah terjual di wilayah KAI Daop 4 Semarang. KAI Daop 4 Semarang mencatat tingginya antusiasme masyarakat terhadap program diskon tiket kereta…
Coffee waste helps make lower carbon concrete
RMIT researchers are advancing new ways to cut the carbon footprint of infrastructure by turning everyday organic waste into useful construction materials. A life-cycle analysis has shown, for the first time, that biochar made from spent coffee grounds can help produce a lower‑carbon concrete while supporting strength benefits seen in earlier lab trials. Earlier experiments…
Licence to kill cancer: $17m boost to supercharge ‘spy’ cells
A bold plan to supercharge immune cell ‘spies’ to better seek out and kill cancer cells has received a $17 million funding boost from the Australian Government. The WEHI-led project focuses on dendritic or ‘James Bond’ cells, which play a pivotal role in intelligence-gathering for our immune system, and aims to equip them with enhanced…
Australia’s Global Influence: Examining the Nation’s Role in World Politics
Australia, often thought of as a remote country in the Southern Hemisphere, has a surprisingly significant role in shaping global events. From economic leadership to diplomatic influence, security contributions, and environmental advocacy, Australia stands as a crucial actor in the international community. This article examines the multifaceted ways in which Australia impacts global politics and…
Monash expert: Banning genetic discrimination in life insurance
The Federal Government today introduced legislation to ban life insurers from discriminating against applicants based on genetic testing. This is the culmination of a decade of advocacy by Monash legal and genomic expert Dr Jane Tiller, who has worked closely with the government on the reform, including leading a three-year research project that explored stakeholder views to…
Arabian Knight: A Hidden Gem Worth Calling the Best Restaurant in Ubud
Arabian Knight is a cozy Middle Eastern spot in the heart of Ubud, offering authentic flavors, fully halal dishes, and warm hospitality that makes every visit feel memorable. With its inviting ambience, warm spices in the air, and a menu crafted from traditional recipes, it’s the perfect place to enjoy comforting Middle Eastern dishes while…
Aussies share their phone with their partners, but nearly half delete content they would rather keep private
A new report into smartphone sharing has found that while the majority of Australians share their phone with their partner, almost half (40%) are deleting content to maintain their privacy, while nearly a third (28%) turn off their location services at certain points. These findings form part of new research funded by ACCAN and authored…