Australian Men's Back Pain and the Workplace: A Silent Burden Driving a Growing Mental Health & Productivity Crisis

Back pain adds to the mental load of 49.7% of Australian back pain sufferers.

Spinal Health Month - A Healthy Spine Supports A Healthy Spine

Spinal Health Month - A Healthy Spine Supports A Healthy Mind

New data reveals men’s back pain is driving hidden mental health, productivity and economic impacts, with chronic back pain projected to cost $638B.

The survey revealed that 57% of men aged 31–40 reported moderate-to-extreme mental health impact from back pain, the highest mental health burden of any male age group”

— Dr Billy Chow, President of the ACA

SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, June 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Today, in the lead-up to National Men’s Health Week (15-21 June), the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) revealed that a significantly high number of

2026 Australasian Inspiring Workplaces in association with Prezzee and CU Health announced

The Top 40 Inspiring Workplaces include: Hungry Jack’s, Flight Centre Travel Group, Douglas Pharmaceuticals, The NRMA, Tax Traders and more

SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, June 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 2026 Australasian Inspiring Workplaces in association with Prezzee and CU Health announced

• World’s #1 PeopleFirst HR & Workplaces

Factory Capital launches women’s health institute InAWH, backed by $25M investment commitment

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, June 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A former banking executive and current Partner at private investment firm Factory Capital expects to invest in excess of $25 million to build businesses targeting the largely untapped

Barunga Festival returns celebrating First Nations culture, connection and community

More than 5,000 people are expected to gather from tomorrow for the annual Barunga Festival, celebrating First Nations culture, connection and community.

The Albanese Labor Government is supporting the iconic festival with $250,000 in funding for this year’s event, held in the remote Northern Territory community of Barunga, near Katherine.

As well as traditional cultural workshops, art and dance, there will be entertainment by

Albany Airport upgrade to support growing Great Southern region

Major upgrades to Albany Airport are forging ahead to support the region's growth, jobs and future firefighting capabilities, with a construction tender now open.

The project is supported by a $14.7 million investment from the Albanese Government's Growing Regions Program, a Cook Government election commitment of $14 million and about $12.9 million from the City of Albany.

Albany Airport is a critical gateway to WA's Great Southern region, supporting flights for

Critical step toward Australia’s first National Media Literacy Strategy

The Albanese Government is empowering Australians to engage with the shifting media landscape and stay safe online with our National Media Literacy Strategy.

An Australian first, the strategy will explore evidence-based initiatives that help Australians

Planning to upgrade key northwest Tasmania transport link completed

The Ridgley Highway Corridor Strategy has been released today, identifying a range of priority improvements which will improve safety and efficiency on this key transport route.

The highway is a key transport link between Tasmania’s northwest and west coast,

One year of safer, faster and more reliable travel across the River Derwent

Tasmania’s largest-ever transport infrastructure project has marked its first birthday, with the new Bridgewater Bridge already transforming the way thousands of Tasmanians work, live and travel.

Since its opening on 1 June 2025, the bridge has become a vital and reliable link between

Continued leadership for National Intermodal and Inland Rail boards

The Albanese Government has reappointed Ms Erin Flaherty as a Non–Executive Director (NED) and Board Chair for the National Intermodal Corporation, as well as NED for Inland Rail Pty Ltd (IRPL).

Ms Flaherty brings over 40 years’ experience in both private and government sectors across

Visit to Australia by the Prime Minister of New Zealand

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will welcome the Prime Minister of New Zealand, the Rt Hon Christopher Luxon, to Australia on Saturday 6 June 2026 for the annual Australia–New Zealand Leaders’ Meeting.

The leaders will discuss economic resilience and measures the two countries can take to boost

Borderless Solutions Expands Security and Connectivity Services in Melbourne

Borderless Solutions - Security Alarm, Camera and Home Automation in Melbourne Australia

Melbourne's trusted security installer now offers CCTV, Starlink, smart home automation, and WiFi solutions across 120+ suburbs in Victoria.

We are not just installing cameras. We are giving Melbourne homes and businesses confidence, control, and complete peace of mind through world-class security and connectivity.”

— Usama Rao

MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, June 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Borderless Solutions Expands Smart Security and Connectivity Services Across Greater Melbourne

Melbourne’s trusted security system installer

Megaport Launches Storage, Unifying Its Automated Infrastructure Platform Alongside Compute and Network Offerings

Megaport Storage enables enterprises to run data-intensive workloads on dedicated software-defined infrastructure with cloud-like agility and predictable costs.

BRISBANE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Megaport Limited (ASX: MP1) (“Megaport”), a leading global automated infrastructure platform, today announced the launch of Megaport Storage, expanding its platform to deliver integrated compute, network, and storage services.

Megaport is evolving into a unified platform that gives customers instant access to scalable global infrastructure including storage and backup strategies that strengthen cyber resilience, while setting a new standard for sovereign infrastructure.

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Brisbane Filmmaker Takes on the Mob — and Goes Global

Hells Kitchen Book Cover

Crime thriller Hells Kitchen by Steve Young is out worldwide, backed by a proof-of-concept film already streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video

BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, June 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Brisbane-based actor, filmmaker and writer Steve Young has published Hells Kitchen: A New York Mafia Story — a crime thriller novella now available globally

THE 73rd SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL BEGINS

Sydney Film Festival 3 - 14 June 2026

Sydney Film Festival opens with 'Silenced'

The 73rd Sydney Film Festival (3-14 June) officially opened tonight at the State Theatre with the sold-out Australian Premiere of Silenced.

SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, June 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Opening Night & Red Carpet Images HERE 

Festival Director Nashen Moodley welcomed a packed auditorium for the Gala Opening, joined by Silenced director Selina Miles and documentary subjects Jennifer Robinson and Brittany Higgins, who received a standing ovation. 

Sydney Film Festival Board Chair, Darren Dale said, “Sydney Film Festival exists to bring

LUYTEN Unveils ASCEND: Transforming the Tower Crane Into a Robotic 3D Concrete Printer

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For over a century, tower cranes moved materials. Ascend transforms them into robotic construction systems.

The construction industry spent decades trying to automate around the tower crane. We chose a different path. We turned the tower crane itself into a robot.”

— Professor Ahmed Mahil

MELBOURNE, VIC, AUSTRALIA, June 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- LUYTEN today announced Ascend™, the world's first Robotic Tower Crane Platform, transforming tower cranes from material handling equipment into

Hims & Hers Completes Acquisition of Eucalyptus, Advancing Position as the World's Largest Consumer Health Platform

Entering Australia for the first time, Hims & Hers will combine scale, technology, and clinical expertise to make personalised, whole-body care more accessible to every Australian

SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hims & Hers Health, Inc. has completed its acquisition of Eucalyptus – the parent company of Juniper, Pilot, Kin, and Software – advancing its position as the world's largest consumer health platform and marking its official entry into

Lease variation strengthens Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council’s role in National Park management

Australia - Changes to leasing arrangements for Booderee National Park in the Jervis Bay area have been agreed between the Australian Government and the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council (WBACC), strengthening First Nations park management and increasing revenue sharing arrangements.

The head lease is a comprehensive document setting out how the park is jointly managed

Moggill Road upgrade keeps Brisbane moving

Brisbane, Australia - The Moggill Road Corridor Upgrade is keeping western Brisbane moving one year after completion, with travel times improving by about 20 per cent across that section of the corridor.

The upgrade replaced the former Indooroopilly Roundabout with a new overpass improving

Clinical Research & National Survey Reveal Back Pain Is Breaking Australians Mentally, Physically & Financially

Back pain adds to the mental load of 49.7% of Australian back pain sufferers.

Dr David McNaughton and patient Barbara Holmes - 64.8% of seniors experience mental fatigue from back pain.

Spinal Health Month - A Healthy Spine Supports A Healthy Spine

New research for Spinal Health Month shows back pain is taking a mental, physical & financial toll on Australians, impacting wellbeing, work & access to care.

Almost nine in 10 Australian adults experienced back pain in the past year, with 69% reporting mental health impacts.”

— Dr Billy Chow

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, June 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Australian Chiropractors Association’s (ACA) National Spinal Health Month (1-30 June) “A healthy spine supports a healthy mind” campaign aims

Bridging ahead: Coffs Harbour bypass hits new milestones

The Coffs Harbour bypass is powering ahead, with major construction milestones underway and a series of traffic changes rolling out across the project from this week.

Once open later this year, the 14-kilometre bypass project will allow motorists to avoid up to 12 sets of traffic lights on the Pacific Highway, cutting travel times by up to 12 minutes and easing congestion in Coffs Harbour’s CBD.

The jointly funded project is a $2.20 billion investment in regional New South Wales, with

Central Coast Cancer Centre plays leading role in pioneering liver cancer clinical trial using AI

The Central Coast Cancer Centre is playing a lead role in a globally world-leading cancer research study exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can improve the accuracy and effectiveness of radiotherapy to target liver tumours for better patient outcomes.

The Gosford-based centre is the lead liver cancer site for the trial that is exploring how

Cleo Named AI Startup of the Year at QLD AI Festival 2026

Leon Hayes and Eugene D'Hagé-Craig, Co-Founders of Cleo

Cleo - Five expert lenses, one flow.

AI Startup of the Year: Cleo Named Best Startup at QLD AI Festival 2026. Autonomous marketing operating system validates market demand.

To be named AI Startup of the Year highlights the clear significance the team at Cleo is making in the world of AI. To be doing it right here in Australia makes us very proud.”

— Leon Hayes

BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, June 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cleo has been awarded AI Startup of the Year at the prestigious Queensland AI Festival Awards, recognising the company’s innovation, growth, and contribution to the rapidly evolving

Popularity of Made In Italy's ‘Pizza of The Month’ Promotion Confirmed

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In an exclusive interview with Eleven Media, Sydney’s Made In Italy confirmed the success of their pizza of the month promotions.

SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, May 31, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Since 2000, Made In Italy have brought their family’s Roman recipes to Sydney. Every pizza is hand-made, every sauce slow-cooked for 12 hours because some things should never be

Windotek Australia’s Continued Recognition by ThreeBestRated® Reflects Its Commitment to Energy-Efficient Homes

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QUEANBEYAN, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Rising energy bills, outside noise, and poorly insulated homes continue to frustrate many Australian homeowners. Finding windows and doors that improve comfort without compromising style

Mt Stirling ready to welcome visitors for 2026 Winter

Alpine Resort Victoria (ARV) is close to completing its pre-season winter preparations at Mt Stirling Alpine Resort, setting the scene for a successful 2026 winter season.

Over recent months, significant work has been undertaken across the resort to prepare tracks and facilities for winter operations. This has included increasing car parking capacity, upgrading the off-grid power system capability, and replacing fireplaces in huts throughout the resort.

The 2026 winter season will officially open on the King’s Birthday weekend, commencing

$25 million more for projects to build regional communities around Australia

From an artisanal precinct in Wynyard, Tasmania, to assisting investment diversification in Doomadgee, Queensland, the Albanese Government is supporting even more regional communities through the latest round of the $400 million regional Precincts and Partnerships Program (rPPP).

The announcement today of more than $25 million for eight new projects across regional,

New national arts appointments

The Albanese Labor Government has made a range of new appointments to the boards of cherished national institutions and a body supporting the Australian literary sector.  

• Mr Zareh Nalbandian to the Board of the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia for a 3-year term.
• Distinguished Professor Sean Ulm and the Hon David Templeman to the National Library of Australia Council both for 3-year terms.
• Dr Tiffany Tsao to the Public Lending Right Committee for a 3-year term.

Minister for the Arts, Tony Burke, said the appointees would bring a breadth of expertise to

Tackling online harm in Australian sport

The Albanese Government welcomes a renewed partnership between Sports Integrity Australia (SIA) and the eSafety Commissioner to protect Australians from online abuse.

New research released by the eSafety Commissioner, The Digital Sideline, found nearly one in five children has experienced online abuse from someone connected to their sport – with

Building Sydney's first electric bus depot at Macquarie Park

Construction has begun at the site of Sydney’s first purpose-built electric bus depot at Macquarie Park.

The new depot in Sydney’s north will charge and operate 150 cleaner, quieter electric buses and is an important moment for the Minns Labor Government’s phased transition for the state’s 8,000-strong diesel and gas fleet over the next two decades.

Construction of the jointly funded depot is expected to be completed and operational in

Albanese Labor Government helps secure more jet fuel and fertiliser

After discussions between Australia and China, including between the Prime Minister and China’s Premier Li, the Albanese Labor Government has helped to secure three shipments of jet fuel, totaling more than 600,000 barrels or about 100 million litres.

The Government has also helped to secure another 38,500 tonnes of agricultural grade urea

Exciting New Developments in Cupcakes and Delivery Australia Wide

Jarlicious Cupcakes 6 pack

Jarlicious Cupcakes 6 flavours

This is a game-changer for our industry, and we believe it will significantly enhance our customers' experience.”

— Linda Boreham

ADELAIDE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA, May 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Jarlicious Cupcakes is thrilled to announce an exciting new initiative that promises to revolutionize the way we engage with cupcakes and their delivery Australia-wide. This groundbreaking development is set to launch on 25th May 2026 and aims to provide a new packaged system for sending and receiving cupcakes Australia-wide, fresh as the day they were baked.

The product has been designed with busy individuals,

Prospect Corner's housing build progress continues

Two more brand-new apartment buildings including 100 homes ready to be lived in have now been completed at Prospect Corner in Adelaide, as a result of the Albanese Government’s Housing Australia Future Fund program and the Malinauskas State Government.

Today Prime Minister Albanese and Premier Malinauskas marked the milestone by visiting

Australian Businesses Shift From Stock Photography to Custom Team Imagery

Australian businesses ditch stock photos for custom imagery to boost trust, authenticity, and brand consistency in a competitive, AI-driven market.

NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A growing number of Australian businesses across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane are retiring their stock photo libraries in favour of custom

MARCO FURIA LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE COMMENCE FEATURES ON AN ARRAY OF MOBILE PHONE RELATED MATTERS

Mario Furia Media

Sam Phone Repair

Sydney's Marco Furio Media confirmed they will commence monthly feature posts late April ranging from data recovery to common phone repairs

SYDNEY , NSW, AUSTRALIA, May 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Marco Furio Media is an online magazine that run features on all lifestyle matters, including travel and fashion for the discerning blog reader on the

Tax reform for workers, businesses and future generations

Australia - The Albanese Labor Government is delivering a new round of tax cuts, helping more Australians realise the dream of home ownership and supporting investment and innovation through the most significant tax reform package in more than a quarter of a century.

This is about tax relief and tax reform to make our economy work in the interests of more

TECHOM Systems Launches M365 Tenant ID Lookup Tool to Simplify Cloud Administration and Integration

TECHOM Systems’ M365 Tenant ID Lookup Tool helps users find tenant IDs, streamlining integrations, reducing delays and boosting Microsoft 365 productivity.

MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, May 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗠 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, today announced the availability of its 𝗠𝟯𝟲𝟱 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗗 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘂𝗽 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹, a streamlined solution designed

SkillsAware named finalist for 'Innovator of the Year – Best Use of AI' in the 2026 HR Innovation Awards

SkillsAware named finalist for “Innovator of the Year – Best Use of AI” in the 2026 HR Innovation Awards

SkillsAware was named a finalist for “Innovator of the Year – Best Use of AI” at the prestigious 2026 HR Innovation Awards, hosted by HR Leader.

We’re not building another tool for the HR stack. We’re making workforce capability visible - so organisations can see and use the skills they already have.”

— Yasmin King, Co-Founder and CEO of SkillsAware

SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SkillsAware, the human-centred, AI-powered skills recognition engine, has been named a finalist for “Innovator of the Year – Best Use of AI”at the

ThermaSun Launches Mass-Market Zinc Sunscreen as Regulators Move Against Chemical UV Filters

ThermaSun's New Mineral Sunscreen Product Range

Made by VeganicSKN in Australia using non-nano zinc oxide, ThermaSun's goal is to remove the price barrier that has kept zinc sunscreen out of the mass market.

If chemical UV filters are being restricted, questioned or phased out, the market needs a mineral alternative that is actually accessible.”

— Jospeh Mizikovsky

BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, May 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As regulators around the world reassess chemical UV filters, ThermaSun is launching with a direct challenge to the sunscreen industry: if

Inflatable Projector Screen Hire Supports Growth in Backyard and Public Cinema Trends

Inflatable projector screen hire is helping drive backyard cinema trends and public outdoor movie events across Sydney and wider regional NSW.

SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Outdoor film screenings and open-air entertainment events are becoming increasingly common across Australia, with organisers adopting flexible technology to meet changing audience

Inflatable Outdoor Projector Screen Plays a Role in Expanding Backyard Cinema Trends

Inflatable outdoor projector screens are helping drive backyard cinema trends across NSW, supporting movie nights, community events, and open-air gatherings.

STANMORE , NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Outdoor entertainment formats are gaining broader attention across suburban communities as households, schools, and local organisers look for flexible ways to host shared viewing experiences. Industry

Party Hire Group announces new marquee partnership

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SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, May 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Party Hire Group is a leading event company supplying marquees, furniture, audio and lighting, staging, styling and food and beverage equipment to the weddings, corporate, private and government sector.

Party Hire Group is honoured to announce a

Waterhouse VC Backs Spinlab Studio, a Full-Stack Platform Cutting iGaming Launch Times From Months to Days

Platform replaces months of development and integration work, backed by founders and early investors of a leading European iGaming company.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, May 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Waterhouse VC, an investment fund specialising in the technology layer of the global gambling industry, has secured a 3-year option to acquire an interest in Spinlab Studio, a no-code iGaming platform designed to assist operators in launching and scaling online betting and casino businesses without building complex infrastructure.

Spinlab Studio is designed to reduces the time and cost required to launch an iGaming

TECHOM Shop Introduces Premium Jabra Audio Solutions to Help Australian Businesses Upgrade Communication Systems

Delivering high-performance Jabra products like wireless noise cancelling headphones to help businesses improve communication and boost team productivity.

MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, May 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗠 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽, a leading Australian supplier of IT and communication solutions, announced the expansion of its product portfolio with a