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08 September 2025
WHY MANY ARE CUTTING BACK ON TRAVEL
AUSTRALIANS are rethinking travel. An Insure&Go survey of 1,009 people found 66% will cut back or seek cheaper options, with 47% locking in airfare sales, 30% chasing bundled deals and 20% booking last-minute. While two-thirds prioritise price, many also value flexibility and inclusions like meals or tours. Domestic costs are rising too, with airfares up 13.7% and accommodation 5.3%. Insure&Go advises travellers not to compromise on insurance despite tighter budgets.
08 September 2025
STOPPING THE RESIDENTIAL ABUSE
THE Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association (ARAMA) has launched a campaign to address rising abuse within residential complexes. CEO Trevor Rawnsley said incidents of intimidation, verbal tirades, and even physical assaults are escalating in strata communities, affecting residents, committees, and managers. The campaign aims to create psychologically safe communities through education, policies, and a statement of intent promoting respect at meetings. Many managers support the initiative, noting abuse comes from a minority but change is overdue.
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27 August 2025
ALL ROADS LEAD TO BRADFIELD
More than a dot on a map
WITH construction of Australia’s first new city in 100 years underway, the first road signs pointing to Bradfield have also been installed.
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06 August 2025
LARGEST INLAND OYSTER FESTIVAL HEADS WEST
250,000 oysters to be savoured this month
IT may be more than 60 kilometres away from the nearest oyster farm, but West HQ expects its inaugural Western Sydney Oyster Festival in August will become a key event of the Australian aquaculture calendar and place the region on Sydney’s culinary map.
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30 July 2025
WEXPO PANEL TO DEMYSTIFY AI FOR BUSINESS
AI in Action: Hype, Help or Hindrance?
ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword — it's infiltrating business operations at every level. But is it delivering on its promise, or adding complexity?
27 July 2025
FACTORS THAT HELP TEACHERS FEEL THEY BELONG
MONASH University research highlights 41 factors that foster ‘teacher belonging’ to address Australia’s teacher retention crisis, with half of new teachers leaving within five years. Key drivers include supportive relationships, respectful leadership, social connection, validation of challenges like imposter syndrome, and opportunities to contribute ideas. Academic factors like clear roles and induction also help. Strengthening teacher belonging not only retains early career teachers but also improves student engagement and outcomes by creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
27 July 2025
DOCTOR'S WARNING OVER MEDICAL CANNABIS
THE Australian Medical Association (AMA) has welcomed updated Ahpra guidelines to curb unsafe prescribing of medicinal cannabis amid rising prescriptions and reports of harm, including psychosis. AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen warned that direct-to-consumer telehealth models bypass traditional safeguards, posing risks. The new guidance stresses thorough patient assessment, clear therapeutic justification, coordination with GPs, and real-time prescription monitoring.
