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When Dr Sean Truter first arrived in Australia from South Africa 17 years ago, it was meant to be an adventure. Nearly two decades later, he’s found not just a home, but a community - right here in Cooma.
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The first steps to prepare the site for the $630 million Fairfield Hospital Redevelopment have commenced, bringing the much-anticipated hospital upgrade and expansion of health services another step closer for south western Sydney communities.
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The first steps to prepare the site for the $630 million Fairfield Hospital Redevelopment have commenced, bringing the much-anticipated hospital upgrade another step closer.
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Communities across the greater Hunter region are a step closer to expanded healthcare facilities, with the completion of four new link bridges marking another milestone for the redevelopment.
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Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct noise and vibration report January 2026.
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This paper explores how volunteering can act as an antidote to loneliness, with a focus on practical suggestions to foster meaningful connections through volunteering.