Tuesday, 30 June 2026 22:14
WHY RED MEAT PROCESSORS MATTER
RESEARCH by AMPC and CQUniversity has highlighted the wider social value red meat processors deliver to regional communities through jobs, training, school partnerships and career pathways. The study found these contributions are often undermeasured, despite growing consumer interest in industry transparency and positive impact. Examples include Australian Country Choice’s viewing platforms, which allow visitors to observe operations firsthand, and NH Foods Australia’s paid Schoolies Skills Starter program at Oakey, which has helped 172 students gain workplace skills and launch careers since 2006.
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Tuesday, 30 June 2026 22:13
PHARMACISTS STAND READY TO HELP
THE Pharmacy Guild of Australia says community pharmacies can play a vital role in improving men's health by providing accessible, early intervention and ongoing care. Australians visit pharmacies every three weeks on average, creating opportunities to identify health issues before they worsen. With three in five men living with a chronic condition, the Guild says pharmacists can help manage physical and mental health concerns. New Movember training will equip pharmacists with the skills to better support men through trusted, community-based care.
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Tuesday, 30 June 2026 22:11
COMBAT READINESS MUST BE THE PRIORITY
FAMILY First National Director Lyle Shelton has called on the Australian Defence Force to assess personnel according to biological sex rather than affirmed gender. Responding to reports that transgender and non-binary recruits are assessed based on gender identity for fitness testing, Mr Shelton argued the military should prioritise combat readiness, merit and national security over gender ideology. He also claimed current policies could affect interoperability with the United States under the AUKUS defence partnership.
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