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New WA food precinct to drive innovation

Food innovation in WA is set to reach new heights with the construction of a multi-million dollar Food Technology Facility.

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Ngangk Yira Institute for Change launches

The new Institute aims to raise awareness of the health gap that exists between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the rest of the Australian population.

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Tackling the biggest global challenges to secure the future of our food, health and environment.

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Ngangk Yira Institute for Change

Research led by Aboriginal people for the benefit of Aboriginal families and communities.

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Transforming how long and how people live.

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Harry Butler Institute

Proving that community, business and biodiversity can co-exist.

Food Futures Institute

Securing and sustaining the food bowls of the future.

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