Author: Amy Spear

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‘Banana Gym Pass’ for free entry to over 350 gyms on 16 October On 16 October, for one day only, a banana will become a gym pass, giving Aussies access to hundreds of gyms across Australia. By purchasing a banana from any local supermarket or grocer, Aussie gym…

The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has released its regulatory decision on chlorpyrifos, cancelling all uses (eg Strikeout 500 plus many other products) in bananas. What you need to know  A 12 month phase out period will allow product users to use the product already in the…