New research from the University of New South Wales found out women with refugee backgrounds in Australia have more mental health concerns linked to the Covid19 pandemic.

Researchers found out more than 68 percent of women with a refugee background have a very serious issue with fear associated with Covid-19 because of the prior trauma they experience.

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Featured In Story: Susan Rees- Professor in Psychiatry at the University of New South Wales

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 11 July 2023

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The Queensland government recently announced they would be partnering with St Vincent de Paul Queensland to build 147 new social houses in Toowoomba, Bundaberg and the Gold Coast. It will cost $71 million.

In a statement, the government said the project was part of a $5 billion investment to start building 13 000 social and affordable Queensland homes by 2027.

Queensland Greens housing spokesperson and MP Dr. Amy MacMahon told The Wire what she thought of the plan and discussed additional solutions to address the housing crisis.

The Wire reached out to Queensland Minister for Housing Meaghan Scanlon for comment, but she did not respond.

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Featured In Story: Dr Amy MacMahon MP Member for South Brisbane and QLD Greens housing spokesperson

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 11 July 2023

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A report by Industry Super Australia warns that an outdated law denying under-18 workers super contributions could cost them over $10,000 in the long term.

Approximately 375,000 young workers in Australia are locked out of the retirement system, as they are only eligible for compulsory super contributions if they work over 30 hours per week for the same employer.

Removing this discriminatory threshold would not only be fair to young workers but also remove the administrative burden for employers.

This exclusion affects over 90% of teenage workers who typically work fewer than 30 hours per week.

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Featured In Story: Bernie Dean Industry Super Australias Chief Executive

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 11 July 2023

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Diabetes continues to be a significant epidemic in the 21st century, resulting in numerous complications that affect vital organs such as the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and eyes.

In the past decade, significant progress has been made in diabetes management, leading to a reduction in these complications.

Due to the increasing prevalence of diabetes, there is a need for more extensive efforts at the public health level and the development of new therapies to further enhance the prognosis for this prevalent condition.

National Diabetes Week serves as a reminder of the ongoing global health challenge posed by diabetes, including within Australia.

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Featured In Story: Professor Mark Cooper Head of Department of Diabetes, Monash University.

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 11 July 2023

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A recent study finds young Aussies experience disadvantage in post-school work and study transition periods. 

The report released by The Smith Family focused on the years between 2021-2022 and reveals that while engagement statistics are trending in a positive direction, concerns remain around career progression opportunities in the long term.

The Wires Isaac Brogan spoke to Anne Hampshire, Head of Research and Advocacy at The Smith Family, to gain more insight into the findings of the report 

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Featured In Story: Anne Hampshire, Head of Research and Advocacy, The Smith Family

First aired on The Wire, Monday 10 July 2023

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Researchers and advocates are calling for greater funding to support cancer research, particularly Sarcoma, this July for Sarcoma Awareness month. 

Sarcoma is a rare and complex cancer that can form anywhere in the body, and with over 80 different subtypes, this makes funding for research vital. 

Sarcoma is not commonly diagnosed, with only 1.5% of all cancer diagnoses in Australia being Sarcoma. It typically impacts younger patients where 20% of all young cancer diagnosis are Sarcoma, and for young adults, that is 10%. 

It is known as one of the most common cancers in children, but can impact people of all ages, and speaking with The Wires Aryana Mohmood about her sarcoma journey and the need for more research is Brisbane-based mother and sarcoma survivor, Jacqui Cooper. 

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Featured In Story: Jacqui Cooper, Brisbane-based mother and sarcoma survivor, and Angela Hong, radiation oncologist specializing in managing patients with sarcoma

First aired on The Wire, Monday 10 July 2023

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The Queensland Government proposes to build a full-sized athletics warm-up track in Brisbanes Raymond Park for the 2032 Olympic Games. 

The parkland located in Kangaroo Point is one of many locations in surrounding inner-city suburbs eyed for major infrastructure changes over the coming years.

Why are the proposed plans for the parkland controversial, and what overall impact will the Olympics bring for Brisbane?

The Wires Toni Pankaluic spoke to Trina Massey, Greens Councillor for the Gabba Ward as well as local residents to find out more 

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Featured In Story: Trina Massey, Greens Councillor for the Gabba Ward, and Brisbane Locals Lee, Ellen, Carlos & Nat

First aired on The Wire, Monday 10 July 2023

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This weekend, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community launched its 35th Annual Congress in Sydney last Saturday, discussing issues around international peace and unity. 

This year, the central topic for the conference is how to avoid the catastrophic consequences if a Third World War started.

National Radio News asked the National President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Grand Imam IH Kauser, about the importance of this event and what muslims and non-muslims learned from the Congress. 

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Featured In Story: Grand Imam IH Kauser, National President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community

First aired on The Wire, Monday 10 July 2023

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