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Indigenous Elder Demands Accountability from Attorney General Mark Dreyfus and Australia for Genocide Against Aboriginal People

Camp Sovereignty Indigenous Elder Demands Accountability from Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus “Genocide is a crime, not just globally, but right here...

Truth telling and healing is the only way forward for QLD Stolen Generations survivors

The decision to stop the Queensland Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry is deeply hurtful and detrimental to the healing...

Landmark report showcases social enterprise, a resilient business model generating impact on the Australian economy

Social Traders unveils largest-ever national report to mark World Social Enterprise Day Social Traders, Australia’s industry body for social enterprise and responsible business, is marking World Social Enterprise Day (Thursday 21 November) with the release of the most detailed analysis of the largest dataset ever collected on the social enterprise sector in Australia. The analysis […]

MyEco® Group rebrand: The next evolution for Australia’s leader in sustainable packaging, following rapid global growth

MyEcoBag – 8L Kitchen Caddy Roll Leading producer of sustainable packaging, MyEcoBag® and its parent company, SECOS Group Ltd, has announced a rebrand to MyEco® Group Ltd, to better support its expanding global operations and range of products, and better reflect its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The announcement comes after the Group has experienced rapid global […]

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BUSINESS / FINANCE

Celebrating Victoria & Tasmania’s Top Talent at Weld Australia’s 2024 Welding Excellence Awards

Skill, quality, and professionalism took centre stage last night as the winners of the 2024 Victoria and Tasmania...

Harbingers of Ragnarok: Berserker by Dragyn Jane

I think I bought this book at Continuum 2024....

BANKSIA FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2024 NSW SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS WINNERS

Ms Trish Doyle, Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Change, Energy, Environment, and Heritage and Member for Blue Mountains with the winners of the Minister’s Young Climate Champion Cowra Public School – Littie Committee Banksia Foundation Inspiring a Sustainable Future for New South Wales On Friday, November 15, 2024, the winners of the 2024 NSW Sustainability Awards […]

Calix’s ZESTY wins global Net-Zero Industry Award at COP29

Calix’s Zero Emissions Steel TechnologY (ZESTY) was announced as the winner of the global Net-Zero Industries Award for Outstanding Project at an award ceremony at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The award, presented by The Honourable Chris Bowen MP, Australian Minister for Climate Change and Energy, and Leonore Gewessler, Austrian Minister for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, […]
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TOORAK TIMES NEWS

Teachers Health launches new podcast celebrating teachers hosted by Paralympian Kurt Fearnley

Featuring Special Guests: Adam Hills, Jane Caro, Brian Schmidt, Nancy Penfold, and Izzy Vincent Teachers Health, the fund that supports the health and wellbeing of the Australian education community as...

NATIONAL IMPLICATIONS FOR NEW VIC INQUIRY INTO LEAKING OLD GAS WELLS

VICTORIA HOLDS A PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY INTO GAS CLEAN-UP It has national implications but needs to broaden its scope Friends of...

New data reveals Victoria worst in Australia for housing stress

Victoria has more people in housing stress than any other state or territory, sparking urgent calls to build...

Earthquake near Denman, NSW

  4.8 magnitude earthquake near Denman NSW Senior Seismologist Dr Hadi Ghasemi speaks about the 4.8 magnitude earthquake near Denman,...

Parliament must pass CFMEU administration legislation

  New legislation to place all construction and general division branches of the CFMEU into administration has been introduced into...

Local VIC pup Violet takes out #OZTOPDOG – Top Office Dog 2023

people2people Recruitment proudly unveils the winners and runner-ups of...

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 into poverty creating an urgent need to scale-up social...

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...
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ALL NEWS

ASRC launches a powerful initiative

The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is proud to announce the launch of the ‘Pledge to be a...

Australian-first research program to examine discrimination experiences launches

Monash University’s Campus Cohesion research program – the first major research program in Australia to examine the discrimination experiences of...

Salvos need 1000 volunteers ahead of high-risk natural disaster season

With increased bushfire risk across many parts of the country, and a high likelihood of cyclone activity in...

Tunnel workers can breath easy

  All Australian workers who work with silica dust, not just those working engineered stone, will be protected by...

Teachers Health launches new podcast celebrating teachers hosted by Paralympian Kurt Fearnley

Featuring Special Guests: Adam Hills, Jane Caro, Brian Schmidt, Nancy Penfold, and Izzy Vincent Teachers Health, the fund that...

NATIONAL IMPLICATIONS FOR NEW VIC INQUIRY INTO LEAKING OLD GAS WELLS

VICTORIA HOLDS A PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY INTO GAS CLEAN-UP It has national implications but needs to broaden its scope Friends of...

New data reveals Victoria worst in Australia for housing stress

Victoria has more people in housing stress than any other state or territory, sparking urgent calls to build...

Earthquake near Denman, NSW

  4.8 magnitude earthquake near Denman NSW Senior Seismologist Dr Hadi Ghasemi speaks about the 4.8 magnitude earthquake near Denman,...

Parliament must pass CFMEU administration legislation

  New legislation to place all construction and general division branches of the CFMEU into administration has been introduced into...

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BUSINESS / FINANCE

Celebrating Victoria & Tasmania’s Top Talent at Weld Australia’s 2024 Welding Excellence Awards

Skill, quality, and professionalism took centre stage last night as the winners of the 2024 Victoria and Tasmania...

AFCA Annual Review – Scam complaints start to dip but still concerning

Australian Financial Complaints Authority AFCA resolved more than 10,000 scams complaints in 2023-24  70 per cent of scams complaints...

Shaping our clean energy futures: PowerMakers

First Nations Clean Energy Network 37 First Nations people from across Australia have been selected from over 100 applicants...

10 Essential Safety Measures for New Office Buildings

Think of entering a clean, modern office building. From the shiny flooring to the well-designed desks, everything seems...

How Modern Lifestyles Are Shaping the Future of Real Estate

Today’s lifestyle choices are more connected to real estate decisions than ever before. The way we work, play,...

Best Gold Coast Suburbs for Property Investment in 2024

The Gold Coast continues to be a desirable region for property investment, offering a mix of beautiful beaches,...

POLITICS / SOCIETY

ASRC launches a powerful initiative

The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is proud to announce the launch of the ‘Pledge to be a...

Victorians waiting longer for homes as public wait times surge

Council to Homeless Persons Victoria’s public housing waiting times have blown out to an average of almost 20 months...

Are Narcissists Nice?

Yes! Narcissists are nice. If you think this answer is paradoxical, then you’d be right. Situationships with Dark Personalities...

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY/ENVIRONMENT

Narcissists and Love

Content Warning: This article contains information that might disturb some readers. Love or Ownership? When a narcissist or psychopath uses...

Major Australian cities fail international tree canopy goals: study

Tree canopy in a park. Image credit: Thami Croeser, RMIT University. RMIT University New research measuring access to nature for eight major global cities, including central Melbourne and Sydney, found most have inadequate canopy cover despite access to an abundance of trees. Just 3% of buildings in Melbourne’s innermost suburbs had adequate neighbourhood canopy cover, […]

Future Group unveils RealZero Check – new global standard for climate accountability

Sustainable superannuation company Future Group has today launched a first-of-its-kind tool, RealZero Check, a free and open source, science-based tool designed to help investors and financial institutions set credible net zero targets and measure their decarbonisation progress. Developed in partnership with the University of Technology Sydney’s Institute for Sustainable Futures, RealZero Check uses the One Earth Climate Model […]

SPORT

RACV SUPPORTS NETBALL VICTORIA IN INAUGURAL FIRST NATIONS TOURNAMENT IN NAARM

  Netball Victoria, with support from RACV, is proud to be participating in Netball Australia’s inaugural First Nations Tournament...

Black Rhinos community sport program charges on as study reveals life-changing impact on young African-Australians

Black Rhinos community sport program charges on as study reveals life-changing impact on young African Australians New research reveals...

Mount Waverley Primary School implements world-first trial with recycled golf ball stormwater pit lids

Golf Ball Recycling, Mount Waverley Primary School In an unexpected yet innovative pairing, a primary school and golf balls...

TOORAK TIMES LIFESTYLE

Send Australian Wine Gifts to the USA for Corporate or Personal Occasions

Sending wine as a gift is a classic and classy way to show thanks, mark an important event, or start a business relationship. Australian wines are especially well-known for...

Creative Gift Hamper Ideas: Perfectly Curated Selections for Every Occasion

Melbourne hampers have become a popular choice for those seeking thoughtful, unique, and versatile gifts. Whether for birthdays,...

Five things to look for when joining a retirement village or seniors housing community

Joining a retirement village or other form of seniors housing is a significant decision, marking the beginning of...

A Complete Guide to Hosting a Private Paint N Sip Party

Hosting a Private Party Paint N Sip event is a delightful way to gather friends, family, or even...

NEW VAPING LAWS TO COMMENCE 1 JULY 2024

The Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Act 2024 will take effect on 1 July 2024, following passage...

HEALTH| MEDICINE| MIND

Narcissists and Love

Content Warning: This article contains information that might disturb some readers. Love or Ownership? When a narcissist or psychopath uses...

Youth with chronic childhood arthritis empowered to overcome barriers

A new intervention to help young people with chronic childhood arthritis overcome barriers to physical activity and mental...

Cash in for a cause: Contribute to breaking mental health stigma at Beyond Blue’s Big Blue Table

While Mental Health Month is coming to an end, the need to raise funds for Beyond Blue’s support...

UnitingCare leaders urge timely passage of Aged Care Bill

Leaders from the UnitingCare Network appeared before the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee this October to advocate for...

On cloud eight: UniSA secures grants to support struggling kids

Whether it's the development of a board game to tackle teenage mental health, or deciphering treatment-resistant brain tumours,...

Good news about Drug Policy Reform

We have exciting news! Victoria has announced a fair dinkum pill testing trial set to begin later this year,...

EAT AND DRINK

Wine & Cheese Masterclass

Thu, 14 Nov, 6:30pm - 8:30pm AEDT Event description IS WINE AND CHEESE YOUR LOVE LANGUAGE? Then come and join us...

WSET Level 2 Award in Beer: Melbourne | November 2024

COST: $1,150.00 A three-day course for beer enthusiasts and hospitality professionals. Confidently answer customer questions or gain a deep...

Green Detox Juice Recipe With the Mod Cold Press Juicer

The Mod Cold Press Juicer is an essential kitchen tool for anyone looking to enhance their health and...

5 Surprising Reasons to Sip on Decaffeinated Tea

Tea lovers rejoice! While many of us relish that energizing jolt from our morning cuppa, there's something to...

7 Ways to Promote Your Restaurant in Australia

Australia's culinary scene is fiercely competitive and it takes more than great food to stand out. It requires...

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...

AROUND THE HOUSE

How Do Different Mattress Types Affect Sleep Quality?

The quality of your sleep can be significantly influenced by the type of mattress you choose. Different mattress...

Linen Curtains and Wellness: Creating a Calming and Natural Home Environment

In the pursuit of holistic well-being, the design and ambiance of our living spaces play a pivotal role....

Top Considerations When Building a Shed in Lockyer Valley

Building a shed in Lockyer Valley requires careful consideration to ensure it meets local regulations and suits your...

Creating a More Environmentally Friendly Home by Taking These Steps

Making your house more environmentally friendly should be one of your priorities as a homeowner. Once this objective...

What Does a Commercial Locksmith Do? A Detailed Overview

A locksmith, normally associated with helping people gain access back into their homes or cars if they happen...

This Is Everything You Need for Your First House

After years of working hard to save enough money, you finally bought a house and you’re nothing but...

DESTINATIONS

RACV HOBART HOTEL LAUNCHES ‘TASCATION’ PACKAGE

The RACV Hobart Hotel's central location provides easy access to the city's picturesque harbour and Salamanca Market. RACV Hobart...

Learning how to learn: How SA school children can achieve long-term success

Strategic thinking and problem solving is at the heart of a new study that aims to improve learning...

Travel Ideas for Caravans That Will Keep You and Your Mobile Home Safe and Secure

As the allure of the open road calls, leaving on a motorhome journey guarantees an excursion loaded up...

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,...

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

Bisexual Intellectuals Tackle Biphobia at Melbourne Fringe Festival

Described as silly, sexy and self-aware the hit Adelaide Fringe show Bisexual Intellectuals is set to take Melbourne...

Rennie Ellis Photographic Archive – Photo of the Month

Rennie Ellis Photographic Archive   The Tigers have missed out this year! As the teams battle it out in the upcoming finals,...

JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live. Art Galley of Ballarat. 26 October 2024 – 2 February 2025

Art Gallery of Ballarat and the Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT) present the first and biggest retrospective of works by...

EDUCATION

On cloud eight: UniSA secures grants to support struggling kids

Whether it's the development of a board game to tackle teenage mental health, or deciphering treatment-resistant brain tumours,...

Lord Murray Schoorman completes FRV FireOps101

As they often say in television, no two days are the same and this was certainly the case...

Teachers Health launches new podcast celebrating teachers hosted by Paralympian Kurt Fearnley

Featuring Special Guests: Adam Hills, Jane Caro, Brian Schmidt, Nancy Penfold, and Izzy Vincent Teachers Health, the fund that...

Latest Articles

New micro-credentials to prepare accountants for the opportunities of a sustainable future

Dr Asheley Jones, Chief Learning and Innovation Officer CPA Australia Australian businesses need to prepare for increasing ESG reporting requirements CPA Australia reveals first of three new micro-credentials to help members meet the growing demand for sustainability expertise Sustainability reporting presents career boost opportunity for accountants CPA Australia has launched the first of three new […]

Linen Curtains and Wellness: Creating a Calming and Natural Home Environment

In the pursuit of holistic well-being, the design and ambiance of our living spaces play a pivotal role. Among various elements that contribute to...

ASRC launches a powerful initiative

The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is proud to announce the launch of the ‘Pledge to be a Family that Welcomes Refugees’ campaign, a...

Hold the homepage: how scoops travel across the platforms of today

When stories resonate with diverse audiences, they have the power to spread quickly and influence perceptions of brands, organizations, and individuals. Understanding this dynamic...

Hold the homepage: how scoops travel across the platforms of today

When stories resonate with diverse audiences, they have the power to spread quickly and influence perceptions of brands, organizations, and individuals. Understanding this dynamic...

Harbingers of Ragnarok: Berserker by Dragyn Jane

I think I bought this book at Continuum 2024. I’ve not written a note to remind me, I’m regretting this lack of action on...

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