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Melbourne Tennis Star “Determined To Win” Battle With Mental Health 19/05/2022

Melbourne tennis ace Destanee Aiava has spoken of her determination to win a battle with mental health after revealing she tried to take her own life. 

Victoria’s record long lockdowns have led to a spike in eating disorders, resulting in a 300 per cent increase in ­demand for support services throughout the pandemic. 

The founder of Jim’s Mowing is taking a fight for ­access to the advice behind Melbourne’s world record ­pandemic lockdown to the ­Supreme Court. 

Eighteen pronouns have been included in a guide used by thousands of Victorians school students and staff designed to celebrate gender inclusion. 

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