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Don’t write off One Nation
Stanley Feldman | May 13, 2019One Nation’s scandals and extremism count against it, but if it can clean up its act it could tap into greater electoral support as many Australians still express concern about immigration issues.
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Tony Costa wins the 2019 Archibald Prize
Joanna Mendelssohn | May 12, 2019Tony Costa’s portrait of fellow artist Lindy Lee has won the 2019 Archibald Prize, one of Australia’s most important and prestigious art awards.
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The risks and opportunities “decarbonising” transport
Michael Brear | May 12, 2019Australia lags behind other nations in terms of regulating vehicle greenhouse gas emissions, but combining a range of measures can could clean our air and even save us money.
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Unlocking the superpower of super funds for social good
Ibrar Khan | May 12, 2019UNSW Business School Adjunct Professor and prominent social investment backer Michael Traill says super fund capital could be used for the aged care, education and housing sectors.
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The robot revolution is already here
Jonathan Roberts | May 11, 2019The robot revolution is happening right so how much do you know about the impact of programmable machines in your everyday life?
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Don’t forget the footpath – it’s vital public space
Yvonne Meng | May 11, 2019In an urban setting like central Footscray, where only 1% of the area is public space, the value of the humble footpath needs to be recognised.
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Will 5G networks endanger public health?
Thomas Siddle | May 11, 2019Rather than rushing to implement metropolitan 5G networks, or focusing only on the technological, consumer and business opportunities they may provide, Australian policy makers must remember their first duty to protect the public and ensure the new system is safe to use.
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The battle of the slogans
Marcus Phipps | May 10, 2019Voters have been bombarded by political advertising on their TVs, radios, social media feeds, and even on their phones, but which party has the most effective slogans?
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Planning for climate extremes in global farming
Elisabeth Vogel | May 10, 2019A new study finds that climate extremes, such as heatwaves and droughts, are already affecting crop yields. By understanding these effects we can better plan for climate change.
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Setting the record straight on home births
Miranda Davies-Tuck | May 10, 2019More women are choosing to give birth at home, and Victoria has become the first state to issue guidelines on the trend to clinicians and health professionals.
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Big tech is the real threat to online safety
David Watts | May 9, 2019Vague proposals to protect the public from online harm won’t win Scott Morrison the election, and don’t address the main threat to the public online – the predatory business models of Silicon Valley.
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Coral research reveals changes in El Niño
Open Forum | May 9, 2019Australian scientists have used cores drilled from coral to produce a 400-year long seasonal record of El Niño events which reveals the worrying extent of recent changes.
