Australia has just experienced some of the hottest months on record, according to the Bureau of Meteorology’s recent climate report. A study conducted by the Bureau of Meteorology found the country’s average and minimum temperatures for March were among the highest in history. On 6 April, Sydney had its hottest April day on record, with a 34.2 degree celsius reading. This temperature beat a high of 33.9 degrees celsius that stood for 30 years. According to experts, April has so far also produced higher than average temperatures. “There will be changes in how hot it is, as weather patterns do change.…
Author: Tiarne Blackwell
Research into particle therapy, a form of radiotherapy for cancer treatment, is expected to take a major step forward this year. Dr Linh Tran, a postdoctoral researcher from the Centre for Medical Radiation (CMRP) and ANSTO, has been selected as one of the top 10 researchers in Australia to participate in the Australia-Japan Bilateral Exchange Program. The program allows Australian researchers to travel to Japan to work on a number of diverse projects. Dr Tran will be involved in advanced medical physics research at the National Institute of Radiological Sciences (NIRS) – one of the most renowned radiological institutes in the world. She will research radiology-based…
Hundreds of people gathered at “The Great Illawarra Walk” last weekend to raise money for The Denny Foundation, which assists Illawarra children and families in need. In its ninth year, the Great Illawarra Walk managed to raise $60,000 and attracted over 300 people. “We didn’t raise as much as last year, but we still did well, and next year I expect it to be bigger than ever,” coordinator Chris Lovatt said. Committee member Ruth Lovatt said the 100-km walk has many social and health benefits, and it was an ideal way to exercise, raise money, and have fun. “Walking is a…
A photography exhibition in Wollongong has focused attention on age discrimination. “Inspiring People of Warrigal” features older people in the community who want to inspire other seniors by tackling the ageism. The exhibition is coordinated by Warrigal, a non-profit organisation that supports older people. https://youtu.be/Pkc_qJjENFk Warrigal CEO Mark Sewell said the exhibition hoped to tackle the stereotypes associated with the older generation. “Along with these photos comes great achievement,” he said. “People don’t know or understand the great stories they have in their lives. This exhibition shows an image about their great lives and all of the things they’ve achieved.” Mr Sewell said Warrigal…