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beruk exhibition opens to the public

To the colonial world he was William Barak, to his people he is Beruk. Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung artist and the...

11th Koorie Art Show WINNERS ANNOUNCED

Yorta Yorta artist Daniel Hills is the winner of the Koorie Art Show, Creative Victoria Award for Excellence in Any Media for...

Huge growth in renewable energy projects proving lucrative for farmers

Farmers are earning upwards of $100K a year in passive income with huge demand for land for renewable energy projects as companies strive to be net zero. Rok Solid, a first of its kind renewable energy land acquisition agency, has so far secured 4 Gigawatts (GW) of storage projects, and 800 Megawatts (MW) of solar […]

Just 2% of Australia’s financial services firms prepared for new mandated climate disclosures

Research released today by global management consultancy Baringa shows only a handful of financial services firms are ready for proposed mandatory climate disclosures in 2025. The research comes ahead of proposed amendments to the ASIC Act and Corporations Act which will require large businesses and financial institutions to disclose how they are quantifying and integrating […]

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BUSINESS / FINANCE

Ballarat Gold Mine – 1 dead and 1 seriously injured

A man who died after a gold mine collapsed near Ballarat in Victoria's west yesterday has been identified...

AXA Climate is launching Altitude Agriculture, the first tool measuring the impact of climate change on crop production.

With this innovative digital platform, AXA Climate is supporting  stakeholders in the food-processing industry – such as the Bonduelle Group – in making their operations more sustainable in response to climate change. Assessing the risk Through building on data from the latest IPCC report, Altitude makes it possible to measure the climate risk affecting crop production by 2030 and  2050 by taking into account the specific local conditions of farming and the types of soil and crops used. […]

Aussie Bird Count: Tens of thousands connecting with nature in Australia’s largest citizen science event

BirdLife Australia, leaders for bird conservation in Australia, today announces the official and certified results of the 10th annual Aussie Bird Count, Australia’s largest citizen science initiative. From last October, 60,598 Australians across the nation turned their eyes to the sky to tally an astonishing 3,608,545 birds, with the colourful Rainbow Lorikeet continuing to hold the […]

Third Japanese Giant Invests in Aussie Clean Tech, MCi Carbon, progressing the Japan-Australia partnership to decarbonise global industries and bolster carbon recycling industry in...

Summary Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank has made a significant investment into MCi Carbon, an Australian clean technology platform that transforms carbon dioxide (CO2) into building materials and other valuable products for the circular economy. Since April 2022, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank has operated an ‘Impact Equity Investment Department’ MCi Carbon, an Australian clean technology platform revolutionising the […]
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TOORAK TIMES NEWS

FIRE: 48 Major Road, Fawkner 3060

  Police and firefighters were called to CVT at Fawkner this morning, after reports of a ram raid and attempted arson attack. Upon arrival at approx 4:45am it became apparent that...

CRIME SCENE SERVICES: 3 Charnwood Crescent, St Kilda 3182

At approx 7:10pm on Saturday 13 January 2024, Victora Police members from the 'Crime Scene Services' attended 3...

Jazz Men at The Athenaeum Theatre [Melb]

JAZZ MEN arrives in Melbourne tonight at the Athenaeum theatre and is set to dazzle audiences with its...

Multiple Stabbings in Melbourne overnight

A woman is fighting for life after she was one of four people knifed in three random attacks,...

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community celebrates Australia Day across all its Mosques in Australia

THE AHMADIYYA MUSLIM COMMUNITY, AUSTRALIA Media Opportunities: LIVE interview of Australian Imams, National President, Proud Aussie Muslims, Volunteers, Youth...

Why You Should Discover Darwin – A Tropical Wonder of Australia

Nestled along the breathtaking coast of Australia's northern frontier...

Number of children without critical social protection increasing globally

Joint ILO-UNICEF report Multiple crises set to plunge more children...

AN EVENING WITH RICHARD DAWKINS – TOURING NEXT MONTH

AUSTRALIAN HOSTS ANNOUNCED: Friday 17 February – Plenary, Melbourne Professor Peter Singer Saturday 18 February – Darling Harbour Theatre, Sydney friendlyjordies Tuesday 21 February...

A Difficult Year? Here’s an Easy Way to Cheer Yourself Up

“When will things get back to normal?” If this is a question you’ve been asking yourself lately, you’re...

ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY PLACES CREATES WORKFORCE FOR THE FUTRE

  Victoria University's (VU) Vice-Chancellor Professor Adam Shoemaker today welcomes Federal Minister for Education Jason Clare's announcement, allocating 20,000...

New luxury travel and dining experiences across Australia. October Edition.

New boutique hotels and dining experiences continue to open up across Australia. Be first to visit the latest...
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Ballarat Gold Mine – 1 dead and 1 seriously injured

A man who died after a gold mine collapsed near Ballarat in Victoria's west yesterday has been identified...

Adelaide’s Largest Mosque opens up to be public

Ahmadiyya Muslim Community As part of the Adelaide Fringe 2024, Adelaide’s largest mosque, Mahmood Mosque, will be opening its...

BUSINESS FOCUS ON REGIONAL GROWTH AND SUSTAINABILITY

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 2024-25 State Budget Submission calls...

Skilled worker reform needed to build 1.2 million homes

"The Federal Government's target of building 1.2 million homes over the next five years will fall well short,...

FIRE: 48 Major Road, Fawkner 3060

  Police and firefighters were called to CVT at Fawkner this morning, after reports of a ram raid and...

CRIME SCENE SERVICES: 3 Charnwood Crescent, St Kilda 3182

At approx 7:10pm on Saturday 13 January 2024, Victora Police members from the 'Crime Scene Services' attended 3...

Jazz Men at The Athenaeum Theatre [Melb]

JAZZ MEN arrives in Melbourne tonight at the Athenaeum theatre and is set to dazzle audiences with its...

Multiple Stabbings in Melbourne overnight

A woman is fighting for life after she was one of four people knifed in three random attacks,...

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community celebrates Australia Day across all its Mosques in Australia

THE AHMADIYYA MUSLIM COMMUNITY, AUSTRALIA Media Opportunities: LIVE interview of Australian Imams, National President, Proud Aussie Muslims, Volunteers, Youth...

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BUSINESS / FINANCE

Ballarat Gold Mine – 1 dead and 1 seriously injured

A man who died after a gold mine collapsed near Ballarat in Victoria's west yesterday has been identified...

From Novice to Expert: Building a Profitable Precious Metal Investment Strategy

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the world of precious metal investments? Whether you're just...

The Allure of Living in Manly

Manly, the picturesque suburb nestled on Sydney's northern beaches, stands as a beacon of coastal living and a...

Business advocates for a transformative State Budget

The Victorian Chamber’s 2024-25 Victorian Budget submission calls for a stop to imposing additional costs on business, while...

Innovative urban living concept tackles housing woes and offers socially connected solutions

Co-locating homes on single suburban allotments to create smaller and more socially connected living options could help address...

Optimizing Your Campaigns: Demographic Targeting Strategies in Google Ads

Google Ads, an online advertising platform developed by Google, serves as a powerful tool for businesses seeking to...

POLITICS / SOCIETY

Ballarat Gold Mine – 1 dead and 1 seriously injured

A man who died after a gold mine collapsed near Ballarat in Victoria's west yesterday has been identified...

CRIME SCENE SERVICES: 3 Charnwood Crescent, St Kilda 3182

At approx 7:10pm on Saturday 13 January 2024, Victora Police members from the 'Crime Scene Services' attended 3...

Beyond Blue welcomes funding certainty

BEYOND Blue has welcomed the Commonwealth's investment in digital mental health support options, including its commitment to extend...

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY/ENVIRONMENT

Save the date: Earth Hour 2024

The world will “switch off” and #Challenge60 on Saturday, 23rd March, as Earth Hour returns for its eighteenth consecutive year Earth Hour, the world’s biggest movement to protect our planet, is back and will be taking place on Saturday, 23rd March, from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm. About Born in Sydney in 2007, Earth Hour […]

Boosting sustainable tourism

Minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell A new program designed to empower tourism businesses to improve their environmental sustainability will be launched today in Darwin by Tourism Minister Don Farrell and the Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC). The Tourism Emissions Reduction Program will boost the competitiveness and marketability of our world-class attractions to visitors who are […]

Solahart takes out two category wins for customer satisfaction in Canstar Blue Awards

Solar pioneer acknowledged for most satisfied customers in Solar Installers and Hot Water Systems categories.  Australia’s original solar brand, Solahart, has been named number one for overall customer satisfaction in the 2024 Canstar Blue Solar Installers category, retaining the prestigious title for a consecutive year. This follows Solahart’s recent win in the 2023 Canstar Blue […]

SPORT

VRC Kennedy Oaks Lunch 2023

The annual VRC Kennedy Oaks Club Lunch 2023 – a time-honoured tradition on the Melbourne Cup Carnival social...

“Revealed – Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes” on Stan Australia

  DANIELLE LAIDLEY TELLS HER STORY IN EXTRAORDINARY NEW STAN ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY PREMIERING 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 "Revealed - Danielle Laidley:...

AUCTION: LARGEST CARLTON FC COLLECTION IN PRIVATE HANDS

It is when the ordinary do extraordinary things that we sit up and take notice.  This is the...

TOORAK TIMES LIFESTYLE

New regulation of vapes starting January 2024

The first stage of Australia's vaping reforms was made by the Governor-General in Federal Executive Council this week, through amendments to therapeutic goods and customs regulations. These amendments will...

Queer PHOTO: ground-breaking LGBTQIA+ showcase taking over Melbourne’s West 

27 January 2024 – 24 March 2024 Presented by Midsumma and PHOTO 2024, in partnership with Creative Victoria's Go...

Keeping Pets Safe from Australian Wildlife

In the diverse and unique landscapes of Australia, the coexistence of domestic pets and native wildlife presents a...

MELBOURNE – 13-15 Oct: Finders Keepers return for 75th event

        THE FINDERS KEEPERS RETURN TO MELBOURNE FOR 75TH EVENT Australia’s most loved creative design market The Finders Keepers is...

FIRE Oakleigh: Station St shop next to tobacconist set alight in series of suspicious fires

A suspicious fire in a shop next door to a tobacconist in Oakleigh is likely linked to a...

HEALTH| MEDICINE| MIND

What is Narcissistic Abuse?

You might have heard this term being bandied about, or seen it pop up on your social media...

2022 HESTA Excellence Award winners

Nominations are now open for the 2024 HESTA Excellence Awards, providing health professionals in the aged care, allied health,...

6 Key Breast Cancer Drugs Now More Affordable Thanks to 60-day Prescribing

Breast Cancer Network Australia Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) welcomes six common drugs used to treat breast cancer being...

A Comprehensive Guide to Porcelain Veneers, Dental Implants, and Your Smile Makeover

Within the realm of cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers and dental implants emerge as extraordinary solutions, not merely elevating...

Revitalizing Smiles: An In-Depth Exploration of Dental Implants and Porcelain Veneers

Dental implants and porcelain veneers stand out in cosmetic dentistry as transformative solutions for enhancing smiles and restoring...

Targeting inflammatory protein could help treat severe asthma

Just weeks after news of a sharp national spike in asthma deaths – with South Australia recording the...

EAT AND DRINK

Newly released 2024 Wine Industry Directory becomes pivotal data source for a challenged grape and wine sector 

Long regarded as a crucial resource for wine professionals, the brand-new edition of the Australian and New Zealand Wine Industry...

FIRE: Shimmers Bar & Lounge, Cranbourne 3977

A licenced business in Cranbourne has been completely destroyed by a suspicious fire. It's understood that on Monday 29...

Melbourne’s Coffee Culture: A Caffeine Lover’s Guide to the Top 10 Cafés

Introduction: Brewing the Perfect Cup in Melbourne's Coffee Haven Melbourne, often hailed as the coffee capital of Australia, boasts...

WSET Level 2 in Wines

We are a specialist female-run wine education business with new WSET courses coming up before the end of...

EATING HABIT WOES: AUSSIE DIET DOWNFALL

Although Australia is ripe with golden soil and premium produce the nation is failing when it comes to...

Reality TV star charged with rape & child abuse offences

Woman who is part of a TV show charged with rape and child abuse offences allegedly spanning more...

AROUND THE HOUSE

Clean Solar Panels with Pressure Washer: Should You or Not?

Solar panels are a great device that absorbs sun rays and offers electricity to many households and businesses....

Choosing the Best Plumber in Frankston: Expertise, Experience, and Excellence

When it comes to plumbing services in Burwood, expertise is key. A professional plumber in Burwood should have...

The Importance of Quality Plumbing Installation: How Geelong Plumbers Ensure Long-lasting Results

In the vibrant city of Geelong, homeowners understand the value of quality craftsmanship in every aspect of their...

How to Choose the Right Plumbing Fixtures for Your Point Cook Home: Style vs. Functionality

In the vibrant suburb of Point Cook, homeowners are often faced with selecting plumbing fixtures that strike the...

A Complete Handbook on Termite Treatment and Ant Control: Ensuring Your Home’s Safety

Termites and ants are prevalent household pests capable of causing significant damage if not promptly addressed. Termites, often...

Keeping Pets Safe from Australian Wildlife

In the diverse and unique landscapes of Australia, the coexistence of domestic pets and native wildlife presents a...

DESTINATIONS

The Allure of Living in Manly

Manly, the picturesque suburb nestled on Sydney's northern beaches, stands as a beacon of coastal living and a...

Puffing Billy – The little train that does. . . .

Victoria is blessed with attractions for locals, interstate and overseas visitors, but there is one which never fails...

Luxury Caravans for a 5-Star Experience

Caravaning is more than just the destination. It’s more about the experience than anything else. And for that,...

Hunter Valley Unplugged: Embarking on an Authentic Australian Wine Country Experience

We all need a welcome change from our daily routines. Stepping out of our cities and comfort zones,...

Best stopovers from the UK to Australia to spice up your journey 

If you want to travel to Australia but don’t want to sit on a direct flight of up...

Reality TV star charged with rape & child abuse offences

Woman who is part of a TV show charged with rape and child abuse offences allegedly spanning more...

FASHION + STYLE

Tall Crown Prince Melbourne Based Bespoke Mad Hatter

To me, hats used to be the pinnacle of elegance and style. Sadly, nowadays hats are mainly mass-produced...

Elle Macpherson returns to the catwalk after 16 years for the PayPal Runway

PayPal is bringing iconic Australian supermodel, Elle Macpherson, back to the catwalk for the first time in 16...

Sparkle with a Conscience: Why You Should Consider A Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Ring

 When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, the diamond often takes centre stage. However, in recent years,...

Discover the Comfort of Reebok Classic Shoes: A Must-Have in Your Footwear Collection

Reebok Classic shoes stand as an enduring embodiment of the perfect fusion between style and comfort. Hailing from...

VRC Kennedy Oaks Lunch 2023

The annual VRC Kennedy Oaks Club Lunch 2023 – a time-honoured tradition on the Melbourne Cup Carnival social...

The Evolution of Style: Embracing Cargo Shorts for Women

Cargo shorts have long been a staple in the wardrobes of many, especially for those who value comfort...

ARTS + CULTURE

TNA Sector Gathering: Perth 2024

Dear Chamber Members and Friends,  TNA (Theatre Network Australia) warmly invites professional artists, arts workers, and organisation representatives to join...

Katherine McMahon has been appointed as Director of the National Museum of Australia, in Canberra.

Ms McMahon has worked at the National Museum for seven years, as Assistant Director Discovery and Collections, Deputy...

Art Late: Late-night encounters at the Art Gallery of Ballarat alongside Nan Goldin: The Ballad of Sexual Dependency

Art Late - a curated series of late-night encounters at the Art Gallery of Ballarat  in conjunction with Nan Goldin: The...

EDUCATION

Creating an Effective Study Space: Strategies for Online Students

Creating an effective study space is crucial for online students, especially those pursuing demanding programs. With the rise...

Tailored for Efficiency: How Compactus Lockers Elevate Organisation

When discussing workspace environments, the quest for innovative storage solutions that maximise efficiency without sacrificing accessibility is more...

OET and PTE Exam Fee: Prepare and Plan In Advance

Mastering English Proficiency is the gateway to communicate well abroad. When you think about working or studying in...

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Apocalypse 3: Diary of a Survivor by Matt J Pike

Today is the day I cheat and I do it with purpose in mind. I finished Apocalypse 3: Diary of a Survivor and Apocalypse...

Save the date: Earth Hour 2024

The world will “switch off” and #Challenge60 on Saturday, 23rd March, as Earth Hour returns for its eighteenth consecutive year Earth Hour, the world’s biggest movement to protect our planet, is back and will be taking place on Saturday, 23rd March, from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm. About Born in Sydney in 2007, Earth Hour […]

Boosting sustainable tourism

Minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell A new program designed to empower tourism businesses to improve their environmental sustainability will be launched today in Darwin by Tourism Minister Don Farrell and the Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC). The Tourism Emissions Reduction Program will boost the competitiveness and marketability of our world-class attractions to visitors who are […]

Solahart takes out two category wins for customer satisfaction in Canstar Blue Awards

Solar pioneer acknowledged for most satisfied customers in Solar Installers and Hot Water Systems categories.  Australia’s original solar brand, Solahart, has been named number one for overall customer satisfaction in the 2024 Canstar Blue Solar Installers category, retaining the prestigious title for a consecutive year. This follows Solahart’s recent win in the 2023 Canstar Blue […]

Huge growth in renewable energy projects proving lucrative for farmers

Farmers are earning upwards of $100K a year in passive income with huge demand for land for renewable energy projects as companies strive to be net zero. Rok Solid, a first of its kind renewable energy land acquisition agency, has so far secured 4 Gigawatts (GW) of storage projects, and 800 Megawatts (MW) of solar […]

Just 2% of Australia’s financial services firms prepared for new mandated climate disclosures

Research released today by global management consultancy Baringa shows only a handful of financial services firms are ready for proposed mandatory climate disclosures in 2025. The research comes ahead of proposed amendments to the ASIC Act and Corporations Act which will require large businesses and financial institutions to disclose how they are quantifying and integrating […]

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