16 March 2025
LEGAL ISSUES AROUND SELF DRIVING CARS
AS self-driving and semi-autonomous vehicles become more common, legal questions arise about liability in accidents. Slater and Gordon’s Bree Smith highlights the evolving legal landscape, emphasizing the need for public awareness. While fully autonomous cars remain in trials, semi-autonomous features like Tesla’s Autopilot complicate fault determination. With no uniform national laws yet, the Federal Government is developing the Automated Vehicle Safety Law to regulate autonomous driving by 2030 and clarify liability issues.
16 March 2025
MORE EGGS MEANS HEALTHY HEARTS
A MONASH University study found that eating eggs 1-6 times per week is linked to a 29% lower risk of cardiovascular disease-related death and a 15% lower risk of all-cause mortality in older adults. Published in Nutrients, the study suggests eggs provide essential nutrients and support longevity, especially in moderate-to-high-quality diets. Findings also indicate no increased risk for individuals with high cholesterol, supporting eggs as a nutritious, accessible food for older adults.
04 February 2025
65 JUNIOR DOCTORS START WORK ON COAST
Graduates join Gosford, Wyong hospitals
SIXTY five medical interns have joined the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) workforce, with the graduates taking up positions at Wyong Hospital and Gosford Hospital.