Stefans contribution to multiculturalism took many levels - including a stint as chair of Multicultural Arte Victoria. He helped sustain MCAV as a bipartisan success story of cultural diversity and inclusion through cultural expression
Vale Stefan.
I am deeply saddened by the passing of my good friend Stefan Romaniw OAM. He was a towering figure for Ukrainian Australians and a strong representative for multicultural communities.
The world around us continues to change. As we face new pressures, we also embrace new ways of providing care, advancing research and applying emerging technologies.
To learn about the new Alfred Health Strategic Plan 2024-30, visit https://t.co/sHXlZIBH17
Here’s what it means:
✅ It will keep vapes out of reach of children
✅ It will put a stop to predatory marketing
✅ Adults will still be able to quit smoking using vapes from a pharmacy, as lastline therapy
✅ There will be new penalties for retailers possessing banned vapes
The powerful “Counting and Cracking” takes its place centre stage at #risingfestival#risingmelbourne Don’t miss this story of what modern australia is in all its contradictory nature and humanity https://t.co/5rgEmV0Xyp
Theatre that challenges and asks difficult questions of us is what cultural change looks like. Difficult conversations and change and cultural debates all go together #caldeaforca “RISINGmelbourne #RISING https://t.co/Tsp3JozaBq
Winter is approaching and our blood and plasma inventory is already feeling the impact of a seasonal drop in donations. https://t.co/mKP1PNyqGR #lifebloodau
A new measles case has been identified in Victoria
The case visited multiple expose sites in Windsor, Prahran and Hawthorn between 3-9 May
People who have attended the listed exposure sites during the specified times should contact their GP ASAP
More: https://t.co/uBetVc1yoq
A friendly reminder of the data on annual inflation.
On #insiders it was suggested inflation was troubling and accelerating:
Dec 2022 7.8%
Mar 2023 7.0%
Jun 2023 6.0%
Sep 2023 5.4%
Dec 2023 4.1%
Mar 2024 3.6%
Lazy journalism or mischievous in the extreme
Three new locally acquired cases of mpox have been reported in Victoria.
Free mpox vaccine continues to be available for eligible people through certain sexual health clinics, hospitals, GPs and pharmacies.
Learn more about mpox: https://t.co/uhDoUZpIcL
Australia’s multiculturalism is perhaps our greatest achievement – but we must never take it for granted.
Right now, conflicts far from here are directly impacting the lives of many Australians
We were thrilled to officially open the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre this morning with Prime Minister @AlboMP and Premier @JacintaAllanMP. The $152.4 million facility will deliver lifesaving clinical trials, research and care under one roof - a new era in cancer care.
We're extremely proud to be in the top 100 of Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals and the top Victorian hospital for a fourth consecutive year.
This achievement reflects the commitment of staff across many specialities to providing the best possible care for our community.
I often say: We Irish are the only people in the world who are nostalgic for the future. We always believe in a better tomorrow.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, everyone!
Linda White lived a full life. Champion of equality , women, working people, the arts & much more. Over 30 years her brilliant advocacy, commitment + passion to numerous causes & campaigns. All bound by fierce loyalty and commitment to justice Vale a true comrade Gone too soon
Cardiac arrest survivor, Hugh is one-of-19 Melburnians to have received the life-saving intervention known as #ECMO outside of the hospital setting. It’s all thanks to an innovative Victorian trial led by The Alfred and @AmbulanceVic
No one knows your skin better than you.
Today is Check for Spots Day, and we’re urging you to check your skin and be all over melanoma.
More: https://t.co/R2xsdU6zXL
9 people recently became unwell after using MDMA & unexpected stimulants at a music event.
Consuming these drugs at a hot, humid music event will increase the risk of life-threatening hyperthermia. Know the signs – don’t wait to get help.
More info: https://t.co/uZ66h95MPm