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Join our host, Ben Dillon, Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital Project for Downer, in an inspiring conversation with Vanessa Hicks, Manager of Capability Development and Business Transformation for Downer Group. In the last episode of Season 4, episode 32, we delve into the transformative power of social procurement and its impact on building a more inclusive and resilient workforce in Greater Bendigo.Discover how Downer Group has embraced social procurement to make job opportunities more accessible, particularly during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Vanessa shares her insights on creating inclusive workplaces, offering peer support programmes, and the significant role mentoring plays in improving retention rates.Explore the success stories of employing disadvantaged individuals and the ripple effects of providing meaningful employment opportunities. Learn about the unique recruitment and onboarding strategies that led to a remarkable 97% retention rate among new hires, and the partnerships with local organisations that made it all possible.This episode is a must-listen for business leaders and professionals looking to integrate social responsibility into their business practices. Gain practical advice on building capabilities around social procurement and partnering with local organisations to drive positive change in the community.Don't miss this enlightening discussion on how businesses can leverage social procurement to foster a sustainable and inclusive economy in Greater Bendigo.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

Join our host, Ben Dillon, Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital Project for Downer, as he embarks on an inspiring journey with Michael Robertson, Director at JL King & Co. & Simply Tasty, a beacon of social responsibility and innovation in Greater Bendigo. Discover how this iconic brand, crowned Business of the Year in 2024, has evolved from humble beginnings to a nationally recognised name in food service and manufacturing.Michael shares the rich history of J.L. King & Co., a business that has been part of the Bendigo community since 1913. Learn about the transformative impact of social procurement, as Michael discusses the company's commitment to partnering with local suppliers and fostering a multicultural and inclusive workforce. From employing individuals with disabilities to celebrating cultural diversity, J.L. King & Co. is a testament to the power of community-driven growth.Explore the innovative strategies that have propelled J.L. King & Co. to success, including their focus on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint. Hear about their cutting-edge facility, built with local tradespeople, which stands as one of the greenest in Australia for ready meals production.This episode is a must-listen for business leaders and entrepreneurs seeking to integrate social responsibility into their business practices. Gain valuable insights on building strong supplier relationships, supporting local communities, and creating a workplace culture that champions diversity and inclusion.Whether you're a business owner, professional, or simply passionate about supporting local enterprises, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration to drive positive change in your community.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

We are diving into a mini-series exploring the connection between the climate crisis, migration and human rights. During the first of these episodes, we have the pleasure to talk to Walter Kälin, professor emeritus of international and constitutional law, at the University of Bern, Switzerland. Walter Kälin is the present Envoy of the Chair of the Platform on Disaster Displacement. With his help, we are aiming to get the numbers and facts right, and to understand the big concepts that govern the discussion, for example "forced displacement". We are also taking a look at political responses at the international, regional and national levels.   Sources: “Intolerable tide” of people displaced by climate change: UN expert | OHCHR Climate change and displacement: the myths and the facts Data reveals impacts of climate emergency on displacement | UNHCR Climate change could become the biggest driver of displacement: UNHCR chief | UNHCR Asia Pacific IDMC_GRID_2023_Global_Report_on_Internal_Displacement_HQ.pdf Groundswell Report Australia-Tuvalu Falepili Union treaty | Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 2023 Session of the UNHCR Executive Committee - A Statement by Argentina - Platform on Disaster Displacement Pacific Regional Framework on Climate Mobility | Global Forum on Migration and Development Kampala Ministerial Declaration on Migration, Environment and Climate Change | UNFCCC

I talk with Natalie Stapleton about the cultural significance of alcohol in Australia, the health risks, particularly regarding cancer, and the importance of public health policies in mitigating harm. We talk about the need for awareness and education on alcohol's effects on health, and how societal norms influence drinking patterns.See Alcohol Change Australia website for information on alcohol related harms and policy solutions. Alcohol Change Australia | Working TogetherNHMRC Australian alcohol guidelines (includes standard drink resource): Alcohol | NHMRC Here's a range of resources listing support services for individuals trying to reduce alcohol:How can you reduce or quit alcohol? | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged CareHelp & Support - Alcohol and Drug FoundationSupport resources | FARE AustraliaHello Sunday Morning https://hellosundaymorning.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join our host, Ben Dillon, Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital Project for Downer, as he embarks on an enlightening journey into the world of social enterprises with Jennie Walker, a leading voice in the field.Discover the incredible work being done at Pepper Green Farm, a social enterprise that supports people with disabilities by providing meaningful employment opportunities. Jennie shares her personal journey and the mission of Pepper Green Farm, highlighting the diverse range of services they offer, from vegetable growing to catering and grounds maintenance.Learn about the concept of social enterprises, businesses that prioritise people and planet over profit, and how they differ from traditional not-for-profits. Jenny provides insights into the many social enterprises operating in the region and their positive impact on the community.Explore practical strategies for businesses to engage with social enterprises and integrate social responsibility into their operations. Gain valuable advice on building capabilities around social procurement and creating inclusive workplaces that leverage the unique strengths of individuals.This episode is a must-listen for any professionals seeking to enhance their social impact and contribute to a more resilient and inclusive economy.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

In this episode of Bendigo Business Stories, join our host, Ben Dillon, Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital Project for Downer, as he delves into the world of apprenticeships and traineeships with Jade Horton, Manager Apprenticeships and Traineeships at CVGT Employment. Discover the transformative potential of these pathways in fostering a skilled and inclusive workforce in Greater Bendigo.Jade shares her personal journey from a hairdressing apprenticeship to becoming a leading voice in group training. Gain insights into the benefits of completing an apprenticeship or traineeship before university, including the development of both soft and technical skills, real-world experience, and financial advantages. Learn how group training organisations like CVGT Employment provide robust support to both apprentices and host businesses, ensuring higher completion rates and better outcomes.Explore the ripple effect of social procurement and how it creates opportunities for individuals with barriers to employment, such as those with disabilities or from priority cohorts. Jade highlights successful collaborations with local businesses, including the City of Greater Bendigo, to support a diverse workforce.This episode is a must-listen for business owners and leaders seeking to enhance their social impact and build a more inclusive workforce. Tune in to uncover practical strategies for integrating social responsibility into your business practices and driving positive change in the local economy.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Join our host, Ben Dillon, Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital Project for Downer, as he embarks on a mission to empower local businesses and support workforce development in Greater Bendigo. In this episode, Ben sits down with Kelli Hewton, Director of the Loddon Mallee Hub for the Head Start program with the Department of Education, to explore the transformative potential of school-based apprenticeships and traineeships.Kelli shares her journey from completing a business traineeship to becoming a leading voice in school-based apprenticeships. Discover how the Head Start program is addressing skills gaps by supporting students in combining their senior secondary years with part-time employment, providing them with a head start in their chosen industries. Learn about the unique insights and experiences that make this program a success, including the wraparound support offered to students, and the role of Head Start coordinators in connecting students with employers.Explore the impact of school-based apprenticeships and traineeships on both young people and businesses, and how they contribute to creating a sustainable and inclusive workforce. Hear inspiring stories of students who have benefited from the program and the partnerships and collaborations that have been instrumental in its success. Gain practical advice for businesses looking to engage with the Head Start program and make a meaningful impact through social procurement.This episode is a must-listen for business leaders, HR professionals, and anyone interested in workforce development and youth employment. Tune in to uncover the potential of school-based apprenticeships and traineeships to drive positive change and create a more resilient and inclusive economy in Greater Bendigo.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Join our host, Ben Dillon from Downer, as he embarks on an enlightening journey to support workforce development in Greater Bendigo. In this episode, Ben sits down with Lisa Adams, a dynamic small business owner, to chat about her experience of managing diverse teams across multiple locations.Lisa shares her inspiring journey of business growth, starting with Fox and Giraffe and expanding into the Gallery Cafe on View, Flying Fox and Giraffe at the Bendigo Airport, Fox and Giraffe at the Bendigo Jockey Club and a new venue - GiGi's wine bar and deli opening soon. Discover how Lisa's commitment to diversity and inclusion has created vibrant workplaces that foster innovation and community spirit.Gain insights into Lisa's approach to social procurement, highlighting the importance of employing from all walks of life and promoting from within. Learn how Lisa collaborates with employment service providers like are-able to create opportunities for individuals with barriers to employment, and the remarkable outcomes achieved through perseverance and understanding.Explore the ripple effect of local procurement as Lisa emphasises the importance of supporting Bendigo-based suppliers and businesses. Hear how her dedication to buying local not only sustains her own enterprises but also contributes to the broader community's economic resilience.This episode is a must-listen for business owners and leaders seeking to enhance their social impact and build a more inclusive workforce. Tune in to uncover practical strategies for integrating social responsibility into your business practices and driving positive change in the local economy.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Join our host, Ben Dillon, as he embarks on an enlightening journey to empower local businesses and support workforce development in Greater Bendigo. In this episode, Ben sits down with Martin Collins, Team Leader of North and West Victoria Industry Engagement with the Victorian Skills Authority, to delve into the transformative power of social procurement and its impact on communities.Martin shares his expertise in social procurement, offering practical insights into how businesses can integrate social responsibility into their strategies. Discover the importance of thoughtful purchasing, the potential of social procurement to create win-win situations, and how it can drive positive change within the economy. Learn about the role of mentoring, apprenticeships, and traineeships in building a sustainable and inclusive workforce, and the significance of continuous learning in fostering economic growth.Explore the concept of social enterprise and its potential to generate social good while operating in the open market. Martin highlights the Victorian Social Procurement Framework and its role in creating opportunities for social enterprises and local businesses. Gain valuable advice on how businesses can start making a meaningful impact today by focusing on their strengths and aligning their efforts with their values.This episode is a must-listen for business leaders and HR professionals looking to enhance their social procurement capabilities and build a resilient workforce. Tune in to uncover the potential of social procurement to drive positive change and create a more inclusive economy for all.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Join our host, Ben Dillon, Operations Manager at Bendigo Hospital project for Downer, as he embarks on an enlightening conversation with Damian Wells, Managing Director of Coliban Water. In this episode, they delve into the transformative potential of social procurement and its impact on local communities and businesses.Discover how Coliban Water is leveraging its purchasing power to achieve broader community benefits beyond simple transactions. Damian shares insights into Coliban Water's commitment to social procurement, including their strategic shift from considering projects above $1 million to those above $50,000, amplifying the impact of customer money within the community.Explore the role of social procurement in fostering inclusion, diversity, and economic opportunities for Aboriginal businesses and other underrepresented groups. Damian highlights the importance of investing in the future workforce through initiatives like the Passions and Pathways project, graduate engineering programs, and work-integrated learning.Gain practical insights into how businesses, big or small, can engage in social procurement and the ripple effect it creates within the economy. Damian's passion for building a resilient and capable local workforce shines through as he shares Coliban Water's journey and future opportunities.This episode is a must-listen for businesses seeking to enhance their social impact and integrate social responsibility into their strategies. Join us as we explore how social procurement can drive positive change and create a more inclusive and resilient workforce in Greater Bendigo.THIS PODCAST IS SUPPORTED BY WORKFORCE AUSTRALIA LOCAL JOBS BENDIGOWorkforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. ABOUT OUR HOST BEN DILLONBen Dillon is the Operations Manager of Soft Services at the Bendigo Hospital project for Downer. Passionate about workforce development and community engagement, Ben is dedicated to empowering local businesses and building a skilled workforce for the future.ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our Greater Bendigo business community. We are a member-based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Please join me as I speak with transracial, transnational displaced person Lina Vanegas, MSW and advocate. We talk about the intersection of transracial and transnational adoption, racism and colonialism and impacts on mental health and suicidal ideation. Lina can be found at: (12) Facebook Lina Vanegas Msw (@linaleadswithlove) • Instagram photos and videos Lina Vanegas - @linaleadswithlove : r/abolishadoption (reddit.com) as well as on X and other platforms @linaleadswithlove Mentioned in the episode: Mila | WHO: Adoption Survivors of Color + Global Majority WHAT: “Visualizing Adoption Abolition” Community Building Workshop WHEN: Saturday... | Instagram Mila | (This workshop is for BIPOC Adopted People Only.) We are offering an online workshop, “Visualizing Adoption Abolition” in collaboration... | Instagram Nos Buscamos – ONG Adoption fraud was widespread for many South Koreans adopted into Western countries, AP finds (nbcnews.com) Why China Is Banning Foreign Adoptions of Children - Newsweek The U.S. history of Native American Boarding Schools — The Indigenous Foundation History of Residential Schools | Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada NABSW_Trans-Racial_Adoption_1972_Position_(b).pdf (ymaws.com) Illegally adopted during Chile's dictatorship, they're now reuniting with biological families | AP News There are a great many more articles and resources referencing illegal adoptions, the sourcing of children of color from other countries for the purpose of adoption, and the coercive tactics employed by so-called Resource employees, who are hired to procure children for agencies. For people looking for lists of podcasts and other media produced by people of color and transnational adopted people, you can visit the site for Intercountry Adoption News, which maintains files and is an excellent source of news about transracial and transnational adoption. (13) Facebook The opinions of the host and their guest are just that, their opinions. The host is not a lawyer or mental health professional. If you or someone you know is feeling alone in navigating trauma and suicidal ideation, please seek support. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | SAMHSA Mental health support: get help - Canada.ca UK Suicide & Crisis Helplines. Free, 24/7 Chat, Text & Phone (findahelpline.com) Mental health and suicide prevention contacts | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care RAINN | The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization Where to get support | Te Hiringa Mahara—Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission (mhwc.govt.nz) Thank you for listening!

Today's episode features part 2 of our extended interview with Daniel McCabe, First Assistant Secretary for the Medicare Benefits and Digital Health Division at the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. We dissect the government's ambitious agenda and their determination to put patients/consumers in the centre of healthcare innovation. Visit Pulse+IT.news to learn more, engage in this rapidly growing sector, and subscribe to breaking digital news, weekly newsletters and a rich treasure trove of archival material. People in the know, get their news from Pulse+IT – Your leading voice in digital health news.Follow us on LinkedIn Louise | George | Pulse+ITFollow us on X Louise | George | Pulse+ITSend us your questions pulsepod@pulseit.newsProduction by Octopod Productions | Ivan Juric

Today's episode features part 1 of our extended interview with Daniel McCabe, First Assistant Secretary for the Medicare Benefits and Digital Health Division at the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. We dissect the government's ambitious agenda and their determination to put patients/consumers in the centre of healthcare innovation. Louise tries to convince George they should join the Ozempic gold rush. Will George consent?The British Medical Journal has published a piece entitled “Patients need access to their medical records—now”, adding a loud voice to the move to share by default health records with patients.What should be the role of tech in treating mental health conditions? The government is under fire for spending precious budget dollars on the wrong things.Now you can get a blood pressure test while you shop for DIY items and munch down on a sausage sizzle. Will the vegans invade that oh-so-precious Australian institution of a sausage in the Bunnings car park?Patient portals are not yet universal in Australia, but they will be if Kath Feely, Chief Allied Health Information Officer across Melbourne's Parkville hospital precinct has anything to do with it. (Go allied health!)Medical AI scribes are getting traction - can they be used to effortlessly create a version of the clinical note for patients? What do Pulse+IT readers think?And yay to our friends in Canada who have launched the first patient-mediated International Patient Summary in North America. It's kind of a big deal! Will Australia be following their lead?Be a Sparked Founding member and join government, healthcare providers, established big software companies and some startups too. Join up before 30 August to be considered a Founding Member. More info here.Visit Pulse+IT.news to learn more, engage in this rapidly growing sector, and subscribe to breaking digital news, weekly newsletters and a rich treasure trove of archival material. People in the know, get their news from Pulse+IT – Your leading voice in digital health news.Follow us on LinkedIn Louise | George | Pulse+ITFollow us on X Louise | George | Pulse+ITSend us your questions pulsepod@pulseit.newsProduction by Octopod Productions | Ivan Juric

This episode explores the work of psychiatrists in government, private practice and research for the population of military and veteran personnel in Australia. The conversation covers various specialist fields in psychiatry, including trauma-related disorders, substance abuse and forensic work. A/Prof Jon Lane, Leonie Nowland, Dr Alex Lim and Prof Jenny Firman discuss their experiences in private practice and its unique challenges and opportunities. They also highlight the role of Open Arms, a national counselling service for the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), in providing culturally aware and trauma-informed care.A/Prof Jon Lane, FRANZCP, MBBS (Hons), PhD, has been in the Army since 1989 and is also an Afghanistan veteran. He is a clinician in private practice, as well as holding several different roles. These include being a Consultant Psychiatrist for the DVA and Open Arms; the Psychiatry Lead for the University of Tasmania School of Medicine; and has adjunct appointments and research projects with the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research and Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation. He is also the current Chair of the College's Military and Veterans' Emergency Services Personnel Mental Health Network.Leonie Nowland is the First Assistant Secretary of Open Arms. Leonie has a wealth of experience working in critical roles in mental health across the State and Commonwealth public sectors and in the private sector in the UK and New Zealand. Leonie's move to the role of First Assistant Secretary of Open Arms, is the culmination of many years' experience in the mental health sector and she brings to the role a strong background as a mental health administrator and clinician, with a focus on community mental health.Dr Alexander Yick-Chern Lim is an Adjunct Associate Professor with the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) at the University of Queensland, and Co-Founder, Director and Chief Medical Officer of Zed3 Medical Group, a nationwide mental healthcare services provider. He is a Consultant Psychiatrist at Zed3 Specialist Centre, and is engaged with policy, research and education in the field of serving and ex-serving uniformed personnel healthcare with a focus on precision medicine. Dr Lim is a member of the Military, Veterans' and Emergency Services Personnel Mental Health Network at the RANZCP. Professor Jenny Firman AM joined the Royal Australian Navy as a medical student and over the next 22 years of full time service was posted to a range of positions in the Navy and Australian Defence Force. After leaving the full time Navy she spent a decade in the Australian Government Department of Health working on communicable diseases and health emergencies. In 2019 she was appointed as the Chief Health Officer in the DVA.Topic suggestion:If you have a topic suggestion or would like to participate in a future episode of Psych Matters, we'd love to hear from you.Please contact us by email at: psychmatters.feedback@ranzcp.orgDisclaimer:This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australia or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP's Your Health In Mind Website.

Today we dive into new mum life and those first few weeks/months that you bring your newborn home. It can be completely overwhelming, and you might feel like you don't know what you are doing but we have all been there. If you are looking for some assistance/help with your newborn here are some links, you may find useful: ngala.com.au Raising Children Network Beyond Blue | 24/7 Support for Anxiety, Depression and Suicide Prevention - Beyond Blue Pregnancy, birth and baby hotline | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care PANDA | Support that's always there, for you and your family

This episode will explore the ways social protection has evolved in Pacific Island countries, starting with provident funds to the slow growth of lifecycle schemes for the elderly and people with disabilities. It will then look at how the COVID-19 crisis and the impacts of disasters and climate change have changed the way Pacific nations are thinking about social protection.  This episode will ask, how do governments see the social protection landscape evolving in the future? Will countries continue to take a slow and gradual approach, focused on incremental growth of lifecycle schemes? Or has the growing interest from development partners and the growing pressures of climate change shifted priorities and approaches?  This marks the inaugural episode of a three-part series focusing on emerging trends for Social Protection in the Indo-Pacific, presented by socialprotection.org. We extend our gratitude to the Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) for their invaluable support in shaping this series and facilitating connections with the most suitable guests for each episode.    Meet our guests: Veremo Muria, Director, Fiji's Department of Social Welfare (MWCSP)  Shirin Gul, Technical Specialist for Social Protection, Kiribati's Ministry of Women, Youth, Sports and Social Affairs (MWYSSA)  Karishma Houda, Team Leader, Partnerships for Social Protection (P4SP)    For our Quick Wins segment, we are joined by Lisa Hannigan, Senior Social Protection Specialist, Australian Government/Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Lisa discusses the significance of dignity in social protection, drawing from discussions and publications on the subject.     Quick Wins  Publication | Crowding-out or crowding-in? Effects of LEAP 1000 unconditional cash transfer program on household and community support among women in rural Ghana

On this episode, we're sinking our toes into St. Augustine grass (Stenotaphrum secundatum), icon of the Texas lawn from Hank Hill's house to the State Capitol grounds. Millions of acres of prime farmland and front yards are dedicated to this non-edible crop. St. Augustine is so ubiquitous in our landscape it's almost invisible. But what paradoxes are hiding in plain sight? This coastal pioneer species, which grows on all continents except Antarctica, would seem to be an evolutionary success story. Why is it so plagued with weeds, diseases and pests? Its seeds likely floated on ocean currents to take root across the globe. Yet in its modern form, it can't be grown from seed at all. And despite being a host plant for numerous pollinators in its native range, it offers very little ecological value in manicured lawns. Why won't it grow under trees? WHAT IS IT FOR? Listen in for our totally unbiased opinions.  First up, a special announcement! Colleen is writing a book about seed saving!  Mentioned in this episode:  “St. Augustine” by Richard L. Duble, Turfgrass Specialist, Texas Cooperative Extension; Diploids and triploids; “The biology of Stenotaphrum secundatum” by The Australian Government Department of Health; Houston Grass, YouTube; Becky Grubbs Bowling's talk, “Can Trees and Turf Coexist?” at the 2022 ISA Texas Trees Conference; Cobalt St. Augustine; Atrazine; Shade Friendly Wildflower Mix from Native American Seed.   

We will discuss reasons why young adults smoke, how this can be improved through policy action and education, and forms of stress relief that do not harm the body. We include statistics to highlight the importance of this issue. We also discuss how targeted advertising and easy access to tobacco products lead to smoking in young adults. Sources '-Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, May 4). Current cigarette smoking among adults in the United States. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/adult_data/cig_smoking/index.htm -Youth tobacco use. Youth Tobacco Use. (2023, August). https://progressreport.cancer.gov/prevention/youth_smoking#:~:text=Each%20day%20in%20the%20U.S.,liquid%E2%80%9D)%20into%20an%20aerosol. -Big tobacco targets kids - montana health alert network. (n.d.). https://dphhs.mt.gov/assets/publichealth/Tobacco/FactSheet/BigTobaccoTargetsKidsFactSheet.pdf -Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. (2023, April 4). What are the effects of smoking and tobacco? https://www.health.gov.au/topics/smoking-and-tobacco/about-smoking-and-tobacco/what-are-the-effects-of-smoking-and-tobacco#:~:text=This%20equates%20to%20one%20tobacco,years%20earlier%20than%20non%2Dsmokers. -Association, A. L. (n.d.). Tobacco industry marketing. American Lung Association. https://www.lung.org/policy-advocacy/tobacco/tobacco-industry-marketing#:~:text=Tobacco%20products%20are%20one%20of,promote%20and%20advertise%20their%20products. -Myers, M. G., & Kelly, J. F. (2006). Cigarette smoking among adolescents with alcohol and other drug use problems. Alcohol research & health : the journal of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1931414/ -Smoking and youth - centers for disease control and prevention. (n.d.-b). https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/sgr/50th-anniversary/pdfs/fs_smoking_youth_508.pdf -Abbott, E. (2023, September 8). Syracuse passes law aimed at preventing youth smoking. WRVO Public Media. https://www.wrvo.org/politics-and-government/2023-09-08/syracuse-passes-law-aimed-at-preventing-youth-smoking -World Health Organization. (n.d.). Smoking behaviour, knowledge and perceived susceptibility to lung cancer among secondary-school students in Amman, Jordan. World Health Organization. https://www.emro.who.int/emhj-volume-21-2015/volume-21-issue-3/smoking-behaviour-knowledge-and-perceived-susceptibility-to-lung-cancer-among-secondary-school-students-in-amman-jordan.html -Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023b, November 2). Tobacco product use among U.S. middle and high school students - national youth tobacco survey, 2023. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/72/wr/mm7244a1.htm#:~:text=Tobacco%20Product%20Use%20Over%20Time,from%205.2%25%20to%203.9%25). -Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2023, August 3). 12 tips to tame stress. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relievers/art-20047257

In episode 5 of the Public Sector Unearthed podcast, we go behind the scenes of the Connected Beginnings program and talk to two public servants dedicated to giving First Nations children the best start in life.Lesley Richardson, director of Connected Beginnings Angurugu at the Department of Education, Northern Territory Government, shares how her career led her to playing a key role in the Connected Beginnings program in Angurugu. She highlights the program's comprehensive approach, combining health, education, and family support to nurture early childhood development in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across over 40 sites in Australia.Joining Lesley is Terese Christoff-Smith, who until recently was an assistant director for the Connected Beginnings program at the Australian Government Department of Education. From her position in Canberra, Terese gives an overview of the program's impact, focusing on the strides made in community-led initiatives and the significance of incorporating data-driven policies.This episode's unearthed wisdom: Truly successful policies and programs will involve and draw on First Nations communities' wisdom and strengths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It isn't just keeping the culture alive, it's to keep it growing.Ready Steady is back and for Indigenous Literacy Day we're bringing a special conversation to you from 2020!Jallarah, Tarlee, Nikki and Vicki chat to Kirli Saunders(Red Room Poetry) and Dr Aunty Jodi Edwards(Dharawal lanuage expert) about why learning language is important. Ready Steady was funded through the Communities For Children program by the Australian Government Department of Social Services under the Families and Communities Programme through Barnardos Australia.

Welcome to the latest episode of 'On the Couch'. This occasional podcast series of chats with fund managers, CEO's and brokers aims to give you an insight into the investing world.In this episode, Henry Jennings is joined by Chris Gale, Founder and MD Latin Resources (ASX: LRS). Chris has extensive experience in senior management roles in both public and private sectors, especially in commerce and finance. He has also held various board and executive roles at several mining and technology companies throughout his career.Chris is a Non-Executive Chairman of Solis Minerals Ltd. (ASX: SLM) and Oar Resources Ltd. (ASX: OAR). He is the former Chairman of the Council on Australian Latin American Relations (COALAR), which was established by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in 2001. Chris is a Founding Director of Allegra Capital, a boutique corporate advisory firm based in Perth, and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).The focus is on the Salinas Lithium Project in Brazil.Disclaimer: This is general advice only and you should consult your financial adviser regarding any of the thoughts, ideas or insights in this podcast.Overcome investing fears, elevate your game, and sculpt your dream financial future. Take control of your selling plan with Marcus Today!Simply fill out the form to receive your FREE copy of ‘The Art of Selling' eBook, written by the renowned Marcus Padley and Henry Jennings - click here.Bonus: Upon form submission, you'll gain immediate access to a complimentary 14-day trial of our newsletter (if eligible).

Steph is a Research Fellow at The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use. Steph leads an innovative program of research and translation to reduce the impact of substance use. Her research aims to improve the health outcomes for individuals, families and communities especially among vulnerable and disadvantaged groups. In today's episode we chat with Steph about: Cracks in the Ice, which is a National Online Portal funded by the Australian Government Department of Health to develop and disseminate evidence-based resources about crystal methamphetamine (‘ice') for the Australian Community. Steph is currently the Project Lead at Cracks In the Ice – welcome Steph.

In this episode of the Matter of Vax podcast, host Steph O'Connell discusses shingles and vaccines with guest Dr. Paul Van Buynder, a public health physician and professor in the School of Medicine at Griffith University. Shingles is a common and painful condition that affects a large number of Australians each year, especially those over the age of 50. Dr. Van Buynder explains the long-term consequences of shingles, including postherpetic neuralgia and eye complications He discusses two vaccines available in Australia, Zoster and Shingrix, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each and ways to protect oneself against shingles.  Visit Immunisation Foundation of Australia for more information Host Steph O'Connell is a public health advocate with 25 years' experience in strategic communications. She became a public voice for vaccinations when her daughter, Lily (23), narrowly survived W strain of Meningococcal on Christmas Day, 2017. Nine months later her sister, Grace, donated a kidney that has since transformed Lily's life.  Steph's advocacy for immunisation awareness and vaccination became a collaboration in 2018 with Meningococcal Australia and resulted in Meningococcal vaccination campaigns by the Australian Government Department of Health and NSW Health. Lily's story quickly resonated with audiences and became a national and international appeal for awareness, education and vaccination.  Steph's work expanded during the pandemic and today she continues to advocate for improved access to vaccines, public education for lifelong vaccination behaviour and policy reform. MatterofVax, in collaboration with Immunisation Foundation of Australia takes a look at topical immunisation issues on video and podcast.  Matter of Vax is produced by Ampel, for Immunisation Foundation of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Steph speaks with Dr. Rod Pearce, the Chair of the Immunisation Coalition and former member of the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI). They discuss the National Immunisation Program (NIP) in Australia, its history, how vaccines are included and how vital the program is for all of us. They highlight the complex process of funding and decision-making, with tensions between medical recommendations and government funding. They also touch on the eligibility criteria for vaccines and the involvement of various healthcare providers. Dr. Pearce emphasises the importance of public discussion and awareness regarding vaccines that are recommended but not funded. The episode provides insights into the NIP's evolution and challenges. Visit Immunisation Foundation of Australia for more information Host Steph O'Connell is a public health advocate with 25 years' experience in strategic communications. She became a public voice for vaccinations when her daughter, Lily (23), narrowly survived W strain of Meningococcal on Christmas Day, 2017. Nine months later her sister, Grace, donated a kidney that has since transformed Lily's life.  Steph's advocacy for immunisation awareness and vaccination became a collaboration in 2018 with Meningococcal Australia and resulted in Meningococcal vaccination campaigns by the Australian Government Department of Health and NSW Health. Lily's story quickly resonated with audiences and became a national and international appeal for awareness, education and vaccination.  Steph's work expanded during the pandemic and today she continues to advocate for improved access to vaccines, public education for lifelong vaccination behaviour and policy reform. MatterofVax, in collaboration with Immunisation Foundation of Australia takes a look at topical immunisation issues on video and podcast.  Matter of Vax is produced by Ampel, for Immunisation Foundation of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of "Matter of Vax" podcast, host Steph O'Connell interviews Professor Julia Brotherton, a public health physician and professor of cancer prevention policy and implementation. They discuss the human papillomavirus (HPV), its link to cancers, the importance of vaccination and its impact on cervical cancer's global footprint. The HPV vaccine, developed by Australian scientists, has proven highly effective in preventing infection and related diseases. The vaccine has had a significant impact in Australia and globally, reducing genital warts and cervical precancerous cases. It also protects against other HPV-related cancers, such as anal and head and neck cancers. Professor Julia Brotherton highlights the importance of the vaccine in preventing cancer, its efficacy and successful implementation worldwide.   Visit Immunisation Foundation of Australia for more information For more episodes of Matter of Vax, visit https://www.ifa.org.au/matterofvax Host Steph O'Connell is a public health advocate with 25 years' experience in strategic communications. She became a public voice for vaccinations when her daughter, Lily (23), narrowly survived W strain of Meningococcal on Christmas Day, 2017. Nine months later her sister, Grace, donated a kidney that has since transformed Lily's life.  Steph's advocacy for immunisation awareness and vaccination became a collaboration in 2018 with Meningococcal Australia and resulted in Meningococcal vaccination campaigns by the Australian Government Department of Health and NSW Health. Lily's story quickly resonated with audiences and became a national and international appeal for awareness, education and vaccination.  Steph's work expanded during the pandemic and today she continues to advocate for improved access to vaccines, public education for lifelong vaccination behaviour and policy reform. MatterofVax, in collaboration with Immunisation Foundation of Australia takes a look at topical immunisation issues on video and podcast.  Listen to Matter of Vax on Apple.  Matter of Vax is produced by Ampel, for Immunisation Foundation of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Matter of Vax Podcast, host Steph O'Connell interviews Professor Robert Booy about pneumococcal and meningococcal diseases. Pneumococcal and meningococcal are caused by a bacterium that can quickly lead to serious disease including pneumonia, meningitis and septicemia. Vaccination is critical for prevention. Professor Booy emphasizes the importance of implementing routine vaccination for all at-risk individuals to effectively combat these dangerous diseases. Visit Immunisation Foundation of Australia for more information Host Steph O'Connell is a public health advocate with 25 years' experience in strategic communications. She became a public voice for vaccinations when her daughter, Lily (23), narrowly survived W strain of Meningococcal on Christmas Day, 2017. Nine months later her sister, Grace, donated a kidney that has since transformed Lily's life.  Steph's advocacy for immunisation awareness and vaccination became a collaboration in 2018 with Meningococcal Australia and resulted in Meningococcal vaccination campaigns by the Australian Government Department of Health and NSW Health. Lily's story quickly resonated with audiences and became a national and international appeal for awareness, education and vaccination.  Steph's work expanded during the pandemic and today she continues to advocate for improved access to vaccines, public education for lifelong vaccination behaviour and policy reform. MatterofVax, in collaboration with Immunisation Foundation of Australia takes a look at topical immunisation issues on video and podcast.  Matter of Vax is produced by Ampel, for Immunisation Foundation of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast episode of Matter of Vax, Professor Christopher Blyth joins host Stephanie O'Connell to discuss influenza and its impact on public health. He highlights the significant decrease in influenza cases and deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic due to preventive measures such as vaccinations, travel restrictions, quarantine, hand hygiene, and mask-wearing. Professor Blyth predicts a significant flu season in 2023 as restrictions ease and people return to normal activities, and he explains why the influenza vaccine needs to be administered annually due to the virus's continuous evolution. Professor Blyth emphasizes the importance of staying home when unwell, practicing good cough etiquette, maintaining proper hand hygiene, and considering mask-wearing in crowded places to reduce the transmission of various respiratory viruses. He encourages for us to stay updated with vaccines and to follow preventive measures to protect themselves and their communities. Visit Immunisation Foundation of Australia for more information For more episodes of Matter of Vax, visit https://www.ifa.org.au/matterofvax Host Steph O'Connell is a public health advocate with 25 years' experience in strategic communications. She became a public voice for vaccinations when her daughter, Lily (23), narrowly survived W strain of Meningococcal on Christmas Day, 2017. Nine months later her sister, Grace, donated a kidney that has since transformed Lily's life.  Steph's advocacy for immunisation awareness and vaccination became a collaboration in 2018 with Meningococcal Australia and resulted in Meningococcal vaccination campaigns by the Australian Government Department of Health and NSW Health. Lily's story quickly resonated with audiences and became a national and international appeal for awareness, education and vaccination.  Steph's work expanded during the pandemic and today she continues to advocate for improved access to vaccines, public education for lifelong vaccination behaviour and policy reform. MatterofVax, in collaboration with Immunisation Foundation of Australia takes a look at topical immunisation issues on video and podcast.  Listen to Matter of Vax on Apple.  Matter of Vax is produced by Ampel, for Immunisation Foundation of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acting as a companion to the last episode, we speak with Danielle Mate. Danielle is a First Nations artist working in large-scale mural design and public art. She's also a cultural ambassador recognised by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Danielle speaks about Country and engagement with First Nations communities. She also speaks about public art and the role it plays in storytelling and bringing people together.

In this episode, we give an overview of Australia's health system, including Medicare, public vs private hospitals.  Also we talk about pros and cons of private health insurance, and finally explore Medicare levy and Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS).Other resources:The Australian health system | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged CareWhat is the Medicare Levy Surcharge? - H&R Block Australia (hrblock.com.au)Music credit: Bass NationMusic Credit: Bass Nation.Send in your questions to: passiveincomedoctors[AT]gmail.com

Citizen trust is built on foot and disappears on horseback. How then can agencies take a whole of government approach to data use that adds value while ensuring security and privacy? Andrew Lalor discusses. Andrew Lalor, Assistant Secretary, Data and Digital, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co

In this fascinating interview, first aired in June 2020, renowned climate scientist Will Steffen discusses Earth System science, and his research on so-called “tipping cascades,” when one tipping point kicks off a series of others, posing a growing threat of abrupt and irreversible climate changes. Will draws parallels between -19 and climate change, in that it's important to understand science and not just what intervention needs to take place but to plan for the amount of time it takes for it to take effect. A great interview with a pioneering climate researcher who died on January 29th, 2023. Will Steffen had a long history in international global change research, serving from 1998 to 2004 as Executive Director of the International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme (IGBP), based in Stockholm, Sweden, and before that as Executive Officer of IGBP's Global Change and Terrestrial Ecosystems project. He was the Inaugural Director of the ANU Climate Change Institute, from 2008-2012. Prior to that, he was Director of the ANU Fenner School of Environment and Society. From 2004 to 2011, Will served as science adviser to the Australian Government Department of Climate Change; from 2011 to 2013 was a Climate Commissioner on the Australian Government's Climate Commission; Chair of the Antarctic Science Advisory Committee, Co-Director of the Canberra Urban and Regional Futures (CURF) initiative and Member of the ACT Climate Change Council. Steffen's interests spanned a broad range within the fields of sustainability and Earth System science, with an emphasis on the science of climate change, approaches to climate change adaptation in land systems, incorporation of human processes in Earth System modelling and analysis; and the history and future of the relationship between humans and the rest of nature.    

For the first time in Australia, there is a biocontrol option to help tackle flaxleaf fleabane. A rust fungus from fleabane's country of origin, Colombia, has been rigorously tested by a research team at the CSIRO and approved for release by the Australian regulator. This new tool will be available to help growers bolster their integrated weed management strategy. This research is part of a project called Underpinning agricultural productivity and biosecurity by weed biological control, led by AgriFutures Australia and funded by the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry as part of its Rural R&D for Profit program, with co-investment from CSIRO, GRDC and NSW Biocontrol Taskforce. Contact Ben Gooden CSIRO ben.gooden@csiro.au More information Flaxleaf fleabane rust fungus video GRDC/AgriFutures media release

Bridget Clinch is a change maker. A former captain in the Australian Army, in 2010 she challenged the Australian Defence Force over its ban on transgender service - and won. It was a hard-fought battle that paved the way for other transgender ADF service members to be able transition and to continue serving after her. High profile former Lieutenant Colonel and Group Captain Cate McGregor, was one of them. Born in Sydney in 1979, Bridget Clinch's military story began in Victoria as an Army cadet in the mid-90s, at the boys' secondary college, Melbourne High School. She joined the Army in 1999, and went into officer training at Royal Military College Duntroon. Bridget spent 15 years serving in the Australian Army and had a busy infantry career - in her words, she “crammed a lot in”, especially in her 20s. A combat leader, she deployed to East Timor twice on peacekeeping missions, first in 2003 then in 2008, receiving medals for her service. Amongst it all she commanded platoons, abseiled down mountains, did commando training – and that's just for starters. Bridget has a remarkable story to tell – not only about being the person who made the ADF repeal its ban on transgender service in 2010, but also about service life itself and what it means to look after and defend your country. “I wanted to transition, be true to myself and keep serving”, she said in a 2017 Guardian article. The protracted process with the ADF took “a huge personal toll” on Bridget. In 2013, she made the difficult decision to discharge from the ADF. Bridget lost her career and the Army lost a dedicated career soldier. Now based in Brisbane, Bridget Clinch describes herself as a “parent, veteran, nerd, writer, speaker and occasional political candidate”. She's a passionate speaker with a genuine sense of social justice, a super-informed worldview and a progressive thinker. This is her story. Defending with Pride: Voices is a podcast produced for the Shrine of Remembrance to accompany the exhibition Defending with Pride: Stories of LGBTQ+ service. Content warning: Parental guidance is recommended: this audio program contains adult themes and concepts. Support: If this program raises any issues for you, feel free to call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Qlife on 1800 184 527. Or scroll down for additional support services. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Shrine of Remembrance. Speaker: Bridget Clinch (former captain, Australian Army) Huge thanks to Bridget Clinch for generously sharing her wisdom, candour, insights and lived experience for this project, and for her patience during the COVID period. Interviewer/Producer/Sound: Megan Spencer  Image  Walkom Photography Additional sound: “Timor-Leste audio” recorded by Teodosia “Dhesy” dos Reis, journalist and Trainer Radio Liberdade Dili. Used with kind permission. “ADF in East Timor”, Department of Defence. Used with kind permission. “Vice Regal Guard of Honour”, Shrine of Remembrance Music Original “Kissed” music: Philip Brophy '62,000 Bells For 62,000 Australian Dead', recorded at the ANU School of Music by Veronica Bailey, Thomas Laue and Chris Latham (in Movement 12: ‘Lux Aeterna – In Paradisum'). From The Diggers' Requiem, co-commissioned by Australian War Memorial and the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs. The concert was performed in Amiens, France, on April 23, 2018, by Orchestre de Picardie and the Jena Philharmonic and with Australian soloists, conducted by Chris Latham. Listen here. Audio mastering: Kris Keogh Special thanks: Professor Noah Riseman, Wendy Love, Kon Velanis and Sean Gallagher at Defence Digital Media and Chris Latham. Thank you: Emma Masters, Sean Burton and the Shrine team: Tessa Occhino, Laura Thomas, Sue Burgess and Kate Spinks, curator of Defending with Pride exhibition. Support: If this podcast raises any issues for you, support is available from the following services: QLife Australia's first nationally-oriented counselling and referral service for LGBTI people. Phone: 1800 184 527 Defence Gay and Lesbian Information Service  Defence Gay and Lesbian Information Service provides policy and community information to gay, lesbian and bisexual, transgender, intersex and non-binary serving and ex-serving members of Defence and their families. Discharged LGBTI Veterans' Association (DVLA) A support and advocacy association for Australian Defence Force personnel, their family and their friends who were adversely impacted by Defence's historic anti-LGBTI policies. Phone 0400 124 213. Thorne Harbour HealthProvides professional, affordable counselling for members of LGBTIQ+ communities and individuals or couples who are affected by or at risk of HIV. Open Arms Free and confidential, 24/7 national counselling service for Australian veterans and their families, provided through the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA). Phone: 1800 011 046  Lifeline Suicide and crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14 Watch: Women's Air Force History documentary series by Jessica Ferrari Read: Serving in Silence: Australian LBGT Servicemen and women by Noah Riseman, Shirlene Robnson & Graham Willett published by New South. Pride in Defence: The Australian Military and LGBTI Service since 1945 (2020), Melbourne University Press  Visit: Defending with Pride: Stories of LGBTQ+ service exhibition at the Shrine of Remembrance, open from August 2022 until August 2023. Episode duration: 57:53

This podcast is part of a powerful two-part series that explores the history of LGBTIQ+ military service in Australia, produced by award-winning podcast maker, Megan Spencer. It begins in 1982 with the unsuccessful attempt of five gay ex-servicemen to lay a wreath at the Shrine of Remembrance on Anzac Day, to honour their “fallen gay and lesbian brothers and sisters”. Forty years later, on ANZAC Day 2022, the story comes full circle with the annual Rainbow Wreath-laying service by DEFGLIS uniformed members and allies, in the Shrine's hallowed Sanctuary. In between these two landmark moments, the story of LGBTIQ+ service unfolds through the voices and lived experience of current and former ADF service members, pre- and post- the 1992 ban on “homosexual service” in Australia's military. The Power of the Wreath podcast accompanies the Shrine's new exhibition, Defending with Pride: Stories of LGBTQ+ service, on from August 1st 2022 - August 2023. Content warning: Parental guidance recommended: this audio program contains adult themes, mild coarse language and sexual references. It also contains references to suicide. If you need support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. A comprehensive list of support services is also included below. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Shrine of Remembrance. Credits Speakers: Squadron Leader Nathan White Professor Noah Riseman Stuart Martin (former Flight Lieutenant) Max Campbell (former Warrant Officer, dec.) Flight Lieutenant Lachlan Saunders Phil Neil (former Leading Aircraftman) Group Captain Mick Janson Grateful thanks to each speaker for generously sharing their insights, research and/or lived experience for this podcast. Interviewer/Producer/Sound: Megan Spencer Archival audio: Max Campbell: oral history interview with Noah Riseman. Recorded 13 March 2015. Donated to the Australian Queer Archives used with kind permission. Additional audio: Excerpts of The Dawn Service at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, ANZAC Day, 25th April 2022, recorded by the Shrine of Remembrance. Music: Didgeridoo: Bunurong man Eric Edwards. Live recording from the Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service 31st May, 2022, recorded by the Shrine of Remembrance. Used with kind permission. Original “Kissed” music: Philip Brophy Selected tracks from The Diggers' Requiem: arranged, curated and conducted by Christopher Latham (musical artist in residence at the Australian War Memorial) with soloists. Used with kind permission. '62,000 Bells For 62,000 Australian Dead', recorded at the ANU School of Music by Veronica Bailey, Thomas Laue and Chris Latham (in Movement 12: ‘Lux Aeterna – In Paradisum'). ‘Dead March from Saul', for accordion, choir, soloists & orchestra. Composer: GF Handel (in Movement 1: ‘Requiem Aeternum / Rest Eternal'). ‘Lament For The Pipers Who Fell In The Great War'. Composer: Pipe Major John Grant  (in Movement 12: ‘Lux Aeterna – In Paradisum'). The Diggers' Requiem was co-commissioned by Australian War Memorial and the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs. The concert performed in Amiens, France, on April 23, 2018, by Orchestre de Picardie and the Jena Philharmonic and with Australian soloists, conducted by Chris Latham. Listen here.  Audio mastering: Kris Keogh Special thanks: Professor Noah Riseman; Nick Henderson, Ange Bailey and Graham Willett from the Australian Queer Archives. Bunurong man Eric Edwards for sharing his didgeridoo music in this program. Read more about his grandfather Uncle Henry “Harry” Thorpe (Brabuwooloong), who fought in WWI and was awarded a Military Medal. Chris Latham and The Flowers of Peace project, and the musicians from The Diggers' Requiem. Thank you: Department of Defence and Defence Media; Nathan White, Rachael Cosgrove and DEFGLIS; the Shrine team: Sue Burgess, Laura Thomas and Kate Spinks, curator of Defending with Pride. See the Defending with Pride: Stories of LGBTQ+ service exhibition now at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, until August 2023. Wreath-laying at the Shrine: We welcome all members of our community to lay wreaths or other floral offerings at any of the many memorials at the Shrine. The Shrine hosts more than 150 official commemorative services each year to remember the service of Australian men and women, particularly Victorians, and we welcome our community to attend and participate. To find out more about remembrance services, or to apply to hold your own, visit this link.  Support: If this podcast raises any issues for you, support is available from the following services: QLife Australia's first nationally-oriented counselling and referral service for LGBTI people. Phone: 1800 184 527 Defence Gay and Lesbian Information ServiceDefence Gay and Lesbian Information Service provides policy and community information to gay, lesbian and bisexual, transgender, intersex and non-binary serving and ex-serving members of Defence and their families. Discharged LGBTI Veterans' Association (DVLA) A support and advocacy association for Australian Defence Force personnel, their family and their friends who were adversely impacted by Defence's historic anti-LGBTI policies. Phone 0400 124 213. Thorne Harbour HealthProvides professional, affordable counselling for members of LGBTIQ+ communities and individuals or couples who are affected by or at risk of HIV. Open Arms Free and confidential, 24/7 national counselling service for Australian veterans and their families, provided through the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA). Phone: 1800 011 046  Lifeline Suicide and crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue Free, immediate, short-term counselling advice and referral. Phone: 1300 224 636  Suicide Call Back Service 24-hour counselling service for suicide prevention and mental health. Phone: 1300 659 467  Read: Pride in Defence: The Australian Military and LGBTI Service since 1945 (2020), Melbourne University Press and Serving in Silence? Australian LGBT servicemen and women (2018), New South Books.  Curator Kate Spinks' article , ‘Experiences of LGBTQI+ Personnel'  The Shrine's Media Release: “40th anniversary wreath-laying marks different era for LGBTIQ service veterans and personnel on ANZAC Day”  Noah Riseman's essays on LGBTI service for The Conversation, here and here  Shirlene Robinson's essay on LGBTI service for The Conversation here  Ben Winsor's ‘The Secret History of Gay Diggers' essay for SBS here  Visit: Victorian Pride Centre  Episode duration:  44:54  

This podcast is part of a powerful two-part series that explores the history of LGBTIQ+ military service in Australia, produced by award-winning podcast maker, Megan Spencer. It begins in 1982 with the unsuccessful attempt of five gay ex-servicemen to lay a wreath at the Shrine of Remembrance on Anzac Day, to honour their “fallen gay and lesbian brothers and sisters”. Forty years later, on ANZAC Day 2022, the story comes full circle with the annual Rainbow Wreath-laying service by DEFGLIS uniformed members and allies, in the Shrine's hallowed Sanctuary. In between these two landmark moments, the story of LGBTIQ+ service unfolds through the voices and lived experience of current and former ADF service members, pre- and post- the 1992 ban on “homosexual service” in Australia's military. The Power of the Wreath podcast accompanies the Shrine's new exhibition, Defending with Pride: Stories of LGBTQ+ service, on from August 1st 2022 - August 2023. Content warning: Parental guidance recommended: this audio program contains adult themes, mild coarse language and sexual references. It also contains references to suicide. If you need support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. A comprehensive list of support services is also included below. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Shrine of Remembrance. Credits Speakers: Squadron Leader Nathan White Professor Noah Riseman Stuart Martin (former Flight Lieutenant) Max Campbell (former Warrant Officer, dec.) Flight Lieutenant Lachlan Saunders Phil Neil (former Leading Aircraftman) Group Captain Mick Janson Grateful thanks to each speaker for generously sharing their insights, research and/or lived experience for this podcast. Interviewer/Producer/Sound: Megan Spencer Feature image:  DEFGLIS members and supporters: From left: GPCAPT Mick Jansen, FLTLT Danie Bunting, FLGOFF(AAFC) Dan Morris, FLTLT Brad Milsteed, FLTLT Lachlan Saunders, Stuart Martin, Bron Richardson, LTCOL Kristy Hudson, Sameer Mane Archival audio: Max Campbell: oral history interview with Noah Riseman. Recorded 13 March 2015. Donated to the Australian Queer Archives used with kind permission. Additional audio: Excerpts of The Dawn Service at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, ANZAC Day, 25th April 2022, recorded by the Shrine of Remembrance. Music: Didgeridoo: Bunurong man Eric Edwards. Live recording from the Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service 31st May, 2022, recorded by the Shrine of Remembrance. Used with kind permission. Original “Kissed” music: Philip Brophy Selected tracks from The Diggers' Requiem: arranged, curated and conducted by Christopher Latham (musical artist in residence at the Australian War Memorial) with soloists. Used with kind permission. '62,000 Bells For 62,000 Australian Dead', recorded at the ANU School of Music by Veronica Bailey, Thomas Laue and Chris Latham (in Movement 12: ‘Lux Aeterna – In Paradisum'). ‘Dead March from Saul', for accordion, choir, soloists & orchestra. Composer: GF Handel (in Movement 1: ‘Requiem Aeternum / Rest Eternal'). ‘Lament For The Pipers Who Fell In The Great War'. Composer: Pipe Major John Grant  (in Movement 12: ‘Lux Aeterna – In Paradisum'). The Diggers' Requiem was co-commissioned by Australian War Memorial and the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs. The concert performed in Amiens, France, on April 23, 2018, by Orchestre de Picardie and the Jena Philharmonic and with Australian soloists, conducted by Chris Latham. Listen here.  Audio mastering: Kris Keogh Special thanks: Professor Noah Riseman; Nick Henderson, Ange Bailey and Graham Willett from the Australian Queer Archives. Bunurong man Eric Edwards for sharing his didgeridoo music in this program. Read more about his grandfather Uncle Henry “Harry” Thorpe (Brabuwooloong), who fought in WWI and was awarded a Military Medal. Chris Latham and The Flowers of Peace project, and the musicians from The Diggers' Requiem. Thank you: Department of Defence and Defence Media; Nathan White, Rachael Cosgrove and DEFGLIS; the Shrine team: Sue Burgess, Laura Thomas and Kate Spinks, curator of Defending with Pride. See the Defending with Pride: Stories of LGBTQ+ service exhibition now at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, until August 2023. Wreath-laying at the Shrine: We welcome all members of our community to lay wreaths or other floral offerings at any of the many memorials at the Shrine. The Shrine hosts more than 150 official commemorative services each year to remember the service of Australian men and women, particularly Victorians, and we welcome our community to attend and participate. To find out more about remembrance services, or to apply to hold your own, visit this link.  Support: If this podcast raises any issues for you, support is available from the following services: QLife Australia's first nationally-oriented counselling and referral service for LGBTI people. Phone: 1800 184 527 Defence Gay and Lesbian Information ServiceDefence Gay and Lesbian Information Service provides policy and community information to gay, lesbian and bisexual, transgender, intersex and non-binary serving and ex-serving members of Defence and their families. Discharged LGBTI Veterans' Association (DVLA) A support and advocacy association for Australian Defence Force personnel, their family and their friends who were adversely impacted by Defence's historic anti-LGBTI policies. Phone 0400 124 213. Thorne Harbour HealthProvides professional, affordable counselling for members of LGBTIQ+ communities and individuals or couples who are affected by or at risk of HIV. Open Arms Free and confidential, 24/7 national counselling service for Australian veterans and their families, provided through the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA). Phone: 1800 011 046  Lifeline Suicide and crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue Free, immediate, short-term counselling advice and referral. Phone: 1300 224 636  Suicide Call Back Service 24-hour counselling service for suicide prevention and mental health. Phone: 1300 659 467  Read: Pride in Defence: The Australian Military and LGBTI Service since 1945 (2020), Melbourne University Press and Serving in Silence? Australian LGBT servicemen and women (2018), New South Books.  Curator Kate Spinks' article , ‘Experiences of LGBTQI+ Personnel'  The Shrine's Media Release: “40th anniversary wreath-laying marks different era for LGBTIQ service veterans and personnel on ANZAC Day”  Noah Riseman's essays on LGBTI service for The Conversation, here and here  Shirlene Robinson's essay on LGBTI service for The Conversation here  Ben Winsor's ‘The Secret History of Gay Diggers' essay for SBS here  Visit: Victorian Pride Centre  Episode duration: 52:37

In this episode, join A/Prof Catherine Hill and Dr Rani Sinnathurai as they highlight a range of rheumatology resources developed as part of the Value in Prescribing bDMARDs Program.They discuss the many resources for inflammatory arthritis that are now available for rheumatologists, consumers and other health professionals. In particular, the value of key resources is featured as well as how they have been used in practice.For more information and to access these resources see: the NPS MedicineWise bDMARDs program webpage: https://www.nps.org.au/bdmards or the ARA Value in Prescribing webpage:  https://rheumatology.org.au/For-Healthcare-Professionals/Value-in-Prescribing-Program This podcast is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health through the Value in Prescribing bDMARDs Program grant.” 

There's international consensus on the cyberattack against Viasat. Kaspersky remains under investigation. The Nerbian RAT is out. NPM dependencies are exploited, but to what end? Caleb Barlow examines Russia's future on the internet. Our guest is Deepen Desai from Zscaler with the latest phishing research. And new advisories from CISA and its partners. For links to all of today's stories check out our CyberWire daily news briefing: https://thecyberwire.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/11/91 Selected reading. Nerbian RAT Using COVID-19 Themes Features Sophisticated Evasion Techniques (Proofpoint) NPM dependency confusion hacks target German firms (ReversingLabs) npm Supply Chain Attack Targeting Germany-Based Companies (JFrog) Adminer in Industrial Products (CISA) Eaton Intelligent Power Protector (CISA)  Eaton Intelligent Power Manager Infrastructure (CISA)  Eaton Intelligent Power Manager (CISA) AVEVA InTouch Access Anywhere and Plant SCADA Access Anywhere (CISA)  Mitsubishi Electric MELSOFT GT OPC UA (CISA)  CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog (CISA)  Alert (AA22-131A) Protecting Against Cyber Threats to Managed Service Providers and their Customers (CISA) Protecting Against Cyber Threats to Managed Service Providers and their Customers (CISA) Russia downed satellite internet in Ukraine -Western officials (Reuters)  US and its allies say Russia waged cyberattack that took out satellite network (Ars Technica)  Western powers blame Russia for Ukraine satellite hack (The Record by Recorded Future)  Russian cyber operations against Ukraine: Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union (European Council)  Attribution of Russia's Malicious Cyber Activity Against Ukraine - United States Department of State (United States Department of State)  U.S. Government Attributes Cyberattacks on SATCOM Networks to Russian State-Sponsored Malicious Cyber Actors (CISA) Russia behind cyber-attack with Europe-wide impact an hour before Ukraine invasion (GOV.UK) Estonia joins the statement of attribution on cyberattacks against Ukraine (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Estonia)  Statement on Russia's malicious cyber activity affecting Europe and Ukraine (Canada.ca)  Attribution to Russia for malicious cyber activity against European networks (Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade)  Russia hacked an American satellite company one hour before the Ukraine invasion (MIT Technology Review)  NSA Probing Reach of Software From Russia's Kaspersky in US Systems (Bloomberg) 

Deb Maher, Director of Security Services at the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills, and Employment, joins the show to discuss her Cyber career in Canberra. This industry profile is part of a series looking at those working in the cyber industry in Canberra. DESE contributes to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes for people, through education, skills, and employment pathways. Deb leads a team of 30 staff who deliver ICT services to the Department and client agencies. She is also leading a long-overdue uplift to their Identity & Access Management, the rollout of an enterprise Privilege Access Management capability, and, is working side by side with the ITSA to uplift the Department's cyber maturity in accordance with the DSD Essential 8. For more information visit dese.gov.au Canberra is where industry meets government and researchers to partner and solve the big problems in cyber security. Working and studying in Canberra cyber gets you close to the best cyber business, education, and career opportunities. The Canberra Cyber Hub connects and strengthens the unique Canberra cyber ecosystem. Demand for skilled workers in cyber security is booming, while careers in the industry are getting more diverse and rewarding. Canberra is the place to grow a career in cyber security. The Canberra Cyber Hub has been co-designed with the Canberra cyber ecosystem and is funded by the ACT Government, to help close the cyber security skills gap and support the growth of the ecosystem. For more information, including profiles, news, events, and information on career pathways, education providers, and employers, visit canberracyberhub.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brought to you from the Kyalite Hotel as part of our Mallee Research Update roadshow, we catch up with Research Agronomist Michael Moodie and Field Development Officer with Nufarm, Dave Keetch.  Michael discusses the latest fleabane management trial results from the Area Wide Management of Weeds project and Dave talks about the soon to be released 2,4-D product Dropzone which will provide additional safety for growers when summer spraying weeds. This podcast was proudly supported by Western Local Land Services and the New South Wales Government's Environmental Trust and the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment as part of the R&D for profit program in partnership with GRDC, the Cotton RDC and AgriFutures Australia.  Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who'd have thought, after more than two years we'd still be talking, thinking and take precautions against COVID? And now, finally, the country is tentatively opening up: the doors are open for international visitors, there is less reliance on QR codes and face masks, and even WA is coming back into the fold. Of course, it doesn't mean COVID's disappeared completely. It's still lingering, there are still hospitalisations, and there's always a threat of new strains. And, so, what should you do to mitigate against the virus? Well, according to Dr Catherine Kelaher, an advisor to the federal department of health, it's worth considering a risk assessment for your workplace. FREE WEBINAR COVID MERRY-GO-ROUND: SEARCHING FOR BUSINESS WINS! A panel of industry experts discuss both the challenges for business and how to address them from the perspective of people, business and health. The panel discussion will be introduced by Neville Norman, Professor of Economics, The University of Melbourne. DATE: Tuesday, 8 March 2022 TIME: 0730 – 0830 PANELISTS: - Dr Catherine Kelaher - Principal Medical Advisor, Office of Health Protection, Australian Government Department of Health, ACT - Rhonda Andrews, Managing Director and Principal Psychologist, Barrington Centre - John Di Natale, Mentor, Keynote Speaker, Coach and Author Register for the free webinar at: COVID merry-go-round: Searching for Business wins! Tickets, Tue 08/03/2022 at 7:30 am | Eventbrite   Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartel soundcartel.com.au +61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID has brought with it a tsunami of change to our lives, and it's challenged us to adapt and find opportunities that we would otherwise not seize if the world was in it's slow-moving normal state. That's according to John Di Natale who offers his three big factors that emerge from a crisis, like our current pandemic: the way we show up; the way we work; and the way we change. FREE WEBINAR COVID MERRY-GO-ROUND: SEARCHING FOR BUSINESS WINS! A panel of industry experts discuss both the challenges for business and how to address them from the perspective of people, business and health. The panel discussion will be introduced by Neville Norman, Professor of Economics, The University of Melbourne. DATE: Tuesday, 8 March 2022 TIME: 0730 – 0830 PANELISTS: - Dr Catherine Kelaher - Principal Medical Advisor, Office of Health Protection, Australian Government Department of Health, ACT - Rhonda Andrews, Managing Director and Principal Psychologist, Barrington Centre - John Di Natale, Mentor, Keynote Speaker, Coach and Author Register for the free webinar at: COVID merry-go-round: Searching for Business wins! Tickets, Tue 08/03/2022 at 7:30 am | Eventbrite   Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartel soundcartel.com.au +61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a tumultuous two years for business across the country, and even now things don't seem to want to settle. The uncertainty in the market, including staff shortages, supply issues, rising prices, and the twists and turns of COVID, have made it increasingly difficult for businesses to cope. So, where to from here? For guidance, we hear from leading corporate psychologist and Managing Director of Barrington Centre, Rhonda Andrews. FREE WEBINAR COVID MERRY-GO-ROUND: SEARCHING FOR BUSINESS WINS! A panel of industry experts discuss both the challenges for business and how to address them from the perspective of people, business and health. The panel discussion will be introduced by Neville Norman, Professor of Economics, The University of Melbourne. DATE: Tuesday, 8 March 2022 TIME: 0730 – 0830 PANELISTS: - Dr Catherine Kelaher - Principal Medical Advisor, Office of Health Protection, Australian Government Department of Health, ACT - Rhonda Andrews, Managing Director and Principal Psychologist, Barrington Centre - John Di Natale, Mentor, Keynote Speaker, Coach and Author Register for the free webinar at: COVID merry-go-round: Searching for Business wins! Tickets, Tue 08/03/2022 at 7:30 am | Eventbrite   Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartel soundcartel.com.au +61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) CEO Caterina Giorgi joins Midwife Cath to explain why women shouldn't drink during pregnancy. Caterina and Cath discuss so much in this chat, including: Why there is no safe level of drinking alcohol whilst pregnant Why even drinking while you are trying to conceive can be dangerous for your baby The science behind the damage drinking while pregnancy can do, even if it's just one or two drinks per week Why there is still some confusion amongst women about whether they can drink or not during pregnancy What Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is and how it can impact people into adulthood What the partner's role is in all of this This episode of ‘Birth, Baby & Beyond' was made in partnership with the Foundation for Alcohol Research & Education. Visit everymomentmatters.org.au for more information. The Every Moment Matters project is endorsed and funded by the Australian Government Department of Health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With economic figures looking little more than tragic at the moment, Melbourne University Economics professor Neville Norman explains what businesses should watch out for in 2022, and throws in some good advice he's gleaned from working with larger enterprises. He says sound strategies for all contingencies are a wise and inexpensive exercise to undertake. And he says while we should all watch out for rising interest rates and any COVID developments, he believes a change in government at the upcoming election would make little difference to the world of business in the short term at least. FREE WEBINAR COVID MERRY-GO-ROUND: SEARCHING FOR BUSINESS WINS! A panel of industry experts discuss both the challenges for business and how to address them from the perspective of people, business and health. The panel discussion will be introduced by Neville Norman, Professor of Economics, The University of Melbourne. DATE: Tuesday, 8 March 2022 TIME: 0730 – 0830 PANELISTS: - Dr Catherine Kelaher - Principal Medical Advisor, Office of Health Protection, Australian Government Department of Health, ACT - Rhonda Andrews, Managing Director and Principal Psychologist, Barrington Centre - John Di Natale, Mentor, Keynote Speaker, Coach and Author Register for the free webinar at: COVID merry-go-round: Searching for Business wins! Tickets, Tue 08/03/2022 at 7:30 am | Eventbrite   Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartel soundcartel.com.au +61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A novel approach to weed management in Australia is being investigated with the start of a project that aims to research the management, economic and social benefits of tackling weeds on a broader scale. The traditional approach to tackling weeds has been to focus on paddock or farm scale management. Instead, this project aims to take an area-wide approach to weed management with the theory being that if the number of weeds over the entire landscape can be reduced, everyone in that area should benefit, especially when dealing with weeds with mobile seed and pollen. In the Sunraysia region, MSF is working with broadacre farmers, wine grape, dried fruit, citrus and almond growers to trial different weed management practices to control flaxleaf fleabane and especially where some industries share a boundary. There are a number of potential weed issues related to fleabane's ability to move across farm borders. This includes herbicide resistance spread, new weeds entering districts and spray drift. In this podcast we talk to Dr Sonia Graham, Social Scientist from the University of Wollongong, who is researching farmer attitudes to weed management in an effort to understand the drivers of success for implementing an area wide approach.  For more information about the project visit https://research.csiro.au/weed-awm/ Acknowledgments This project is supported through funding from the Australian Government Department of Agriculture and Water Resources as part of its Rural R&D for Profit program and the Grains Research and Development Corporation and the Cotton Research and Development Corporation. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have the Nerve: A Podcast about Disability is back for 2022! Join Susan Wood and she delves further into the great realm of disability. Subscribe to us, give us a five star rating on your streaming platform and don't forget to tell everyone you know to listen! Funded by Australian Government Department of Social Services. For more information visit https://www.dss.gov.au/. 

As the holiday season edges closer the last thing we want to think about is the pandemic, but with uncertainty over Omicron, borders and restrictions, you might be feeling utterly exhausted and fed up with not being able to plan festive celebrations with certainty. So what can you do when you feel exhausted by the constantly changing conditions and the seemingly never ending discussions about COVID-19? The Quicky speaks to a public health expert and ICU nurse, and a psychologist to find out how we can keep calm and carry on, no matter what happens over the festive period. If you're feeling overwhelmed and need some support, the Australian Government Department of Health has a number of resources available through their Head To Health initiative. CREDITS  Host: Emma Gillespie With thanks to:  Natalie Reyes Bernard - Public Health Research Assistant at Griffith University and a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Nurse Associate Professor Vikki Knott - Discipline Lead, Psychology at the Australian College of Applied Psychology in Brisbane Producer: Emma Gillespie Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We're listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Just by reading or listening to our content, you're helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We're currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au  Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we're discussing COVID-19. What do parents need to watch for? When should children be tested? How can you prepare children for the test? Hosts Margie Danchin and Anthea Rhodes cover these topics and more with special guest Dr Sarah McNab, Director of General Medicine at The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne. Useful links: Australians can stay informed about the latest COVID-19 information through the Australian Government Department of Health website. Our Kids Health Info factsheet for supporting your child through COVID-19 has a range of information you might find useful. Plus, the RCH has created some videos for both children and parents. They're available along with other COVID-19 information. Just want the video that prepares children for a COVID-19 test? You can watch it online! Don't forget to sign up to the Kids Health Info podcast newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest podcast episodes about the health topics you want to hear about.

Pentaquest, led by Kerstin Oberprieler, worked with an Australian Government Department to implement gamification with the objective of increasing their employees' engagement with professional development. Like many government agencies, this department was seeking a mechanism to shift their culture to one that more collaborative in nature and focused on professional development. A culture where individual activities and goals are clearly linked to broader organizational priorities and strategies.  Their question, "How do we empower and motivate staff to improve the quality and quantity of performance feedback, engage in positive management practices and take responsibility for continuous professional development?” Rev was developed in response to that question, and was recognized as a Training Magazine Award finalist for Excellence in eLearning or Web-Based Gamification Design at GamiCon 2018.

Pentaquest, led by Kerstin Oberprieler, worked with an Australian Government Department to implement gamification with the objective of increasing their employees' engagement with professional development. Like many government agencies, this department was seeking a mechanism to shift their culture to one that more collaborative in nature and focused on professional development. A culture where individual activities and goals are clearly linked to broader organizational priorities and strategies. Their question, "How do we empower and motivate staff to improve the quality and quantity of performance feedback, engage in positive management practices and take responsibility for continuous professional development?” Rev was developed in response to that question, and was recognized as a Training Magazine Award finalist for Excellence in eLearning or Web-Based Gamification Design at GamiCon 2018.