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Does blocking VAD laws in the Territories contravene human rights?

The NT Attorney General and ACT Human Rights Minister warn federal politicians that Territories' inability to legislate on voluntary assisted dying could violate international human rights obligations. 

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New report shows Victorian VAD law continues to work safely

The latest independent report from the Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board confirms the Victorian VAD law continues to offer 'genuine, compassionate choice' to terminally ill people, despite constraints imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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COTA NT launches petition on voluntary assisted dying laws

COTA NT has launched a petition seeking to reverse a federal government law that prohibits the Territories from enacting voluntary assisted dying laws.

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UTAS report must not be used to delay assisted dying bill

An expert panel from the University of Tasmania has endorsed the state's assisted dying bill saying it has some of the “most rigorous” safeguards in the world. 

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When Death Comes: An Oncology Nurse Finds Solace in Mary Oliver

Nina Solis on making peace with the Unknown. This article was first published in Literary Hub.

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Howard Sattler: "I want to bow out gently, with dignity"

Radio personality Howard Sattler says he hopes to be one of the first to make use of Western Australia’s voluntary assisted dying law when it comes into effect in July this year.

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Worth the fight: Religious freedom at life's end

With 60% of Australians saying we’re better off keeping religious beliefs private, isn't it time we decide for ourselves what role, if any, religion plays at the end of our lives?

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Will 2021 be the year we embrace voluntary assisted dying?

Australia is experiencing a sea change in awareness about the need for more compassionate end-of-life choices.

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Thank you for what you've done for end-of-life choices this year

This year has tested us all. But we’re ending 2020 on a high note thanks to all we have done together for better end-of-life choices.

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NSW set to debate voluntary assisted dying bill

NSW could become the final Australian state to consider a voluntary assisted dying bill in 2021, after Independent MP Alex Greenwich announced a timeline to introduce legislation to parliament.

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