KEPCO Proposes Hyrdrogen Project
South Korean Utilities company KEPCO is proposing the development of a new hydrogen project in New South Wales’ Bylong Valley.
The surprise announcement comes after several propositions for an open-cut coal mine by KEPCO were rejected by the Independent planning commission, however concerns are growing over the heavy emissions caused blue hydrogen.
New York Protests in Support of Australia
Protesters on the streets of New York City have been heard chanting “Save Australia” in response to the current COVID-19 lockdowns.
The demonstration comes after New York Mayor Bill de Blasio introduced a new vaccine mandate for education workers, demanding they be vaccinated or be forced to take unpaid leave.
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Groundbreaking Cerebral Palsy Research
The University of Queensland is launching a new research project to help improve the cardiovascular health of young people living with Cerebral Palsy.
The new “frame running” training program is the first of its kind worldwide, giving children afflicted with Cerebral Palsy the ability to run. Researchers can then monitor improvements on their cardiovascular health as they continue to train and grow.
Check In App Vaccine Update
The Check In Queensland App has added a new feature allowing Queenslanders to book a COVID vaccinations appointment.
By simply tapping the “Get Your Vaccine” button, users will be redirected to the Queensland health website, where all information regarding vaccines and appointment bookings can be found.
Drought Hub Expansion Announced
The Australian Government has announced plans to further expand the focus of eight drought resistance and innovation hubs nationwide, in an effort to increase developments in agriculture and create jobs.
Facebook Whistleblower Slams Platform
Former Facebook employee Frances Haugen has slammed the social media platform in a statement delivered to the United States Congress.
Haugen says Facebook’s products have the potential to harm children, stoke division, and weaken democracy, and that congressional action was needed.
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Undiagnosed Endometriosis and IVF
Women with undiagnosed endometriosis will have more difficulty conceiving a child with fertility treatments.
The study from the University of Queensland shows women who are diagnosed with the condition after starting IVF would often end up doing more cycles of treatment, and experienced similar outcomes to those who were diagnosed earlier.
Indigenous Businesses For Brisbane 2032
Indigenous Business owners in Toowoomba are being given the opportunity to have their voices heard in the lead up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
The Minister for the Employment and Small Business Di Farmer is using October to celebrate Indigenous Business Month, and open the conversation through a series of “yarns.”