A startling analysis has uncovered a sharp drop in school attendance by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students as they transition from primary to high school, highlighting a critical failure in Australia’s educational policy that demands urgent reform. Led by University of Queensland (UQ) researchers, the study shows that First […]
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Women battling endometriosis face more than just the chronic pain and infertility often associated with the condition. New research from the University of Queensland has revealed a shocking link between endometriosis and an increased risk of premature and early menopause, placing women at risk of severe long-term health consequences. The […]
Teenagers glued to their phones may be doing more than just doomscrolling — they could be sabotaging their health, according to new research linking excessive social media use to poor dietary habits. A global study led by the University of Queensland has revealed that adolescents who frequently or compulsively use […]
As the new school year approaches, Australian parents are bracing themselves for a significant financial hit, with school supplies alone estimated to cost an astonishing $3.5 billion for the upcoming academic year. A fresh set of school supplies, encompassing textbooks, stationery, and uniforms, will demand an average expenditure of $684 […]
Generation Z is putting pressure on banks to improve their customer service. Finance experts say a shifting landscape in consumer expectations is slowly unfolding, particularly among younger Australians, who are becoming increasingly pivotal for financial institutions. It comes amid a barrage of complaints and growing media scrutiny over everything from […]
Refugees and humanitarian entrants in Australia are less likely to self-report asthma and cancer, with rates 60% lower than the general population, new research shows. They also report fewer chronic lung conditions and mental health issues, both at 50% lower rates, as per data from the 2021 Census, according to […]
More Australians are resorting to petty theft at supermarkets as they struggle with pressures of the cost of living crisis, new research shows. An extensive survey conducted by Finder.com.au uncovered an alarming trend, with roughly 12% of Australians, roughly equivalent to 2.4 million individuals, have admitted to resorting to theft […]
In a groundbreaking initiative, a research project is set to deploy health workers in Indigenous communities across Queensland to examine the long-term well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. Spearheaded by researchers from The University of Queensland and Mater Research Institute, the project aims to identify and closely monitor […]
