Friday, 10 April 2026 07:10
PRISONS CAN'T SURVEIL CONVERSATIONS ANYMORE
NSW prisons can no longer surveil conversations between inmates and lawyers after Parliament disallowed a regulation limiting protections. The move restores legal professional privilege, ensuring confidential access to legal advice. Concerns arose after an inquiry found prison staff misused monitored communications for intimidation. Greens MP Sue Higginson said the change protects vulnerable prisoners and upholds justice, amid criticism of government oversight and alleged unlawful surveillance practices.
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Friday, 10 April 2026 07:09
PROPOSAL AIMED AT DETECTING DEMENTIA
THE Australian Dementia Network plans a pilot using digital cognitive and blood tests to improve early Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Targeting at-risk Australians, it aims to enable earlier treatment, delay disease progression and reduce costs. With dementia affecting over 400,000 Australians, the $6M poposal could expand access, especially in regional areas, and address long wait times, offering major health and economic benefits nationwide.
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Friday, 10 April 2026 07:08
REPAIR CULTURE IS GROWING FAST
REPAIR culture is growing in Australia as people choose to fix rather than replace items, saving money, reducing waste and building skills. The WD-40 Company Repair Challenge 2026 encourages Australians to showcase repair projects, supporting sustainability and community connection. Backed by groups like Australian Men’s Shed Association and Repair Café, the movement promotes hands-on learning and social engagement, with repair seen as a practical way to combat rising consumption and strengthen local communities.
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