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CFA suffers net loss of nearly 2,000 volunteers in two years but operational capacity 'remains strong'

The Country Fire Authority's last annual report shows a net loss of 1,381 volunteers in the 12 months to June, but its chief officer says there are more than enough volunteers to respond to incidents this bushfire season.

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Jimmy Lai’s security law trial postponed to September 2023

Media tycoon, who has been denied bail, could face life term if found guilty of alleged ‘collusion’ with foreign forces.

Al Jazeera

Fire season warning for Victorian farmers

While much of Victoria continues to battle floodwaters, authorities are warning farmers to start thinking about fire risk.

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CFA volunteer with ex-military vehicle helping Echuca community traverse floodwaters

The ex-military vehicle, owned by a CFA volunteer, is likely to go to other areas as well to help transport school students and members of the community through floodwaters.

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'He's very hard on defenders' - Nathan Ake on being a Man City centre-back for Pep Guardiola and making up for lost time

Nathan Ake has emerged as a key figure in the Man City squad this season and he speaks to the Manchester Evening News about his progress at the Etihad and life under Pep Guardiola.

Manchester Evening News

Storms are Australia’s most costly natural disasters, so why are we so unprepared for them?

Storms are the nation's most costly natural disaster, yet many people are not prepared for their devastating impact. Now, as scientists warn that climate change will make storms more intense, how can we limit their damage?

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Activist Groups Demand Feds Require Nutrition Labels on Booze

Plaintiffs want the nanny state to nanny harder.

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Mick Tisbury's 12-year fight to protect firefighters from PFAS toxic foam contamination

For over a decade, Mick Tisbury fought to expose the extent of an alarming chemical contamination scandal. Then, with no medical training, the firefighter found an ingenious solution to help those who’d been exposed.

ABC News

CFA firefighters call for Vic government to include female-specific cancers in compensation scheme

Victorian volunteer and career firefighters can access medical and financial help if they're diagnosed with some cancers, but ovarian, uterine and cervical cancers are excluded.

ABC News

Dartmouth locals rejoice at visitor boom as hundreds prepare to watch local dam spill

Local businesses are enjoying an influx of visitors as travellers flock to watch the nearby dam spill for the first time in 26 years.

ABC News

Timeline: What led to the fighting in Iraq’s capital Baghdad

Latest violence started and ended after comments from Muqtada al-Sadr, an influential voice in Iraq for 20 years.

Al Jazeera

Iraqi judiciary resumes work as political crisis ensues

Religious leader Muqtada al-Sadr asked his supporters to withdraw from in front of the Supreme Judicial Council.

Al Jazeera

Is the housing market about to crash? Here’s what experts are saying

The U.S. housing market may be starting to slow down, but it is still hot. Double-digit appreciation is commonplace. Many sellers are still giddily sifting through multiple offers, and frantic buyers continue to pay more than asking prices — sometimes by $100,000 or more.

Tribune News Service

‘It changed the world.’ How a 1984 Supreme Court decision still shapes college football.

Almost 40 years have passed and Andy Coats still remembers the conversation, however brief it might’ve been, that he shared with Supreme Court Justice Byron White in the midst of perhaps the most important legal case in college athletics history.

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Dreams turn to ashes for Eco Inn on Victoria's off-grid French Island

When a fire destroyed the Eco Inn on Victoria's French Island, owners Phil and Yuko Bock lost their business, home and beloved dog. For them it was paradise lost, but their tight-knit and resourceful community is providing support like no other.

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CFA strips volunteer of firefighting duties after diabetes diagnosis leaves her 'medically unfit' for role

A volunteer firefighter who has been stripped of frontline duties by the CFA fears her brigade will now struggle to get their fire truck out the door.

Benzinga

XPON: Energy Storage Gets An Upgrade

By Brian Lantier, CFA NASDAQ:XPON

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Firefighter with cancer urges colleagues to get serious about PPE and regular blood tests

Earlier this month the WHO announced firefighting a cancer-causing profession, and one former firey now battling the disease urges others to get regular health checks and wear PPE.

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Al Jazeera

Mass gathering in Iraq a potential sign of a summer of protests

Supporters of Shia religious leader Muqtada al-Sadr gathered in Baghdad weeks after he withdrew his bloc from parliament

Manchester Evening News

20 Man City players spotted arriving for first day of pre-season including Haaland and Alvarez

Manchester City welcomed back players from a summer break for the start of pre-season training, with 20 players spotted.

ABC News

Prevent Detect Escape fire safety course aims to help those living with disabilities prepare for emergencies

A fire safety course that aims to help those living with disabilities to prepare for life-threatening emergencies gets the seal of approval from a Victorian resident all too familiar with the nightmare scenario.

Manchester Evening News

Southampton moves are good for Lavia and Bazunu but Man City must beware potential risk

Manchester City have already sent two youngsters to Southampton this summer, with Liam Delap linked with a move too.

Manchester Evening News

Man City academy improvement has been shown by Pep Guardiola transfer approach

City's talent production line has created a new revenue stream as well as first-team prospects.

ABC News

CFA apologises to members after report finds culture of discrimination and bullying

The report found bullying and discrimination is prevalent within the organisation, with a fifth of CFA workers intending to leave due to workplace culture concerns.

AAP

CFA apologises for 'distressing' culture

The Country Fire Authority has apologised to current and former staff for its toxic culture following a damning report which includes claims of bullying.

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