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Why the big four asked for a parliamentary inquiry into banking

  • Written by: George Rennie, Lecturer in American Politics and Lobbying Strategies, University of Melbourne

The major Australian banks are following familiar public relations tactics in requesting a parliamentary commission of inquiry into banking and financial services.

When the public mood is against an industry, it will try to win the public over, while getting the politicians to ignore the public mood. If that fails, the industry gradually concedes...

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Bali's Agung – using 'volcano forensics' to map the past, and predict the future

  • Written by: Richard John Arculus, Emeritus professor in geology, Australian National University

Mt Agung, known locally as Gunung Agung, is a 3,142 metre high volcano located at the eastern end of the island of Bali, Indonesia.

It’s erupting ash and steam right now, and has been since Saturday November 25, 2017.

To work out what might happen next at Agung, scientists rely on current observations, paired with forensic techniques that...

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Do different drinks make you different drunk?

  • Written by: Nicole Lee, Professor at the National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University
imageA recent study found people link different alcohol types to different emotional states.Photo by Mattias Diesel on Unsplash

Reports of a study linking different kinds of alcoholic drinks with different mood states were making the rounds recently. The research used 30,000 survey responses from the Global Drug Survey and found that people attached...

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  1. It's 30 years since scientists first warned of climate threats to Australia
  2. Six things New Zealand's new government needs to do to make climate refugee visas work
  3. Dastyari demoted again – but government demands he leave parliament
  4. Banking royal commission will expose the real cost of bad behaviour
  5. Supporting part-time and online learners is key to reducing university dropout rates
  6. Tourists are stuck at the airport, but erupting Mt Agung has a deeper significance for the Balinese
  7. Queensland Liberals and Nationals have long had an uneasy cohabitation, and now should consider divorce
  8. How school has been used to control sovereignty and self-determination for Indigenous peoples
  9. Permission to laugh? Humour without risk of danger and offence would be an emaciated thing
  10. Blind in the mind: why some people can't see pictures in their imagination
  11. Sustainable re-use and recycling work for heritage buildings and places too
  12. Governments haven't always shirked responsibility for our low wages
  13. World-first continental acoustic observatory will listen to the sounds of Australia
  14. Labor's dark vision would bring $164 billion tax hit over decade: Morrison
  15. Government questions whether Dastyari fit to be a senator, in new row over Chinese donor
  16. How we found 112 'recovery reefs' dotted through the Great Barrier Reef
  17. Henry Reynolds: Triple J did the right thing, we need a new Australia Day
  18. Marriage bill clears Senate – now for the lower house
  19. Want to better understand Victoria's assisted dying laws? These five articles will help
  20. How 'brand you' came to be
  21. Withdrawing funding for hospitals' mistakes probably won't lead to better patient care
  22. Don Burke story reveals the pernicious culture of men protecting each other in the media
  23. The 2017 ARIA Awards are still off-key when it comes to gender
  24. Comic explainer: what is lone-actor terrorism?
  25. Why Victoria should rethink the abolition of defensive homicide
  26. Three charts on: poorer Australians bearing the brunt of rising housing costs
  27. What goes on inside a medically supervised injection facility?
  28. Indigenous cultural appropriation: what not to do
  29. Three new reports add clarity to Australia's space sector, a 'crowded and valuable high ground'
  30. Curious Kids: How do x-rays see inside you?
  31. Want to solve our STEM skills problem? Bring in the professionals
  32. A fresh start for climate change mitigation in New Zealand
  33. Explainer: why we shouldn't be so quick to trust energy modelling
  34. Heritage building preservation vs sustainability? Conflict isn't inevitable
  35. Here's how to keep up with the latest on Mt Agung, the Bali volcano
  36. Turnbull talks with rebel National on banks
  37. Australia's record on racial equality under the microscope
  38. The Queensland election outcome is a death knell for Adani's coal mine
  39. Starting next year, universities have to prove their research has real-world impact
  40. All hail new weather radar technology, which can spot hailstones lurking in thunderstorms
  41. In Bangarra's Ones Country, new voices show the many faces of Indigenous Australia
  42. No Don Burke, there is no link between autism and harassing behaviour
  43. Labor is right to block 'religious freedom' amendments to protect same-sex marriage bill
  44. Classifying 'national types of beauty': from cigarette cards to Miss Universe
  45. Low-income earners are more likely to die early from preventable diseases
  46. The new ticketing technology that may make scalping a thing of the past
  47. Universities are failing their students through poor feedback practices
  48. The economics of ridiculously expensive art
  49. 'I am not buying things': why some people see 'dumpster diving' as the ethical way to eat
  50. How Filipino artists are responding to President Duterte and the 'War on Drugs'

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

Starting out as an Uber driver in Melbourne is not as complicated as it sounds but getting the vehicle right is where most new drivers get stuck. Uber has strict requirements around vehicle age, condi...

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...

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The strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

As Australian healthcare providers grapple with unprecedented operational bottlenecks, a new nearshore model is quietly transforming patient care delivery. Forward-thinking organisations,  including...

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Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

In today’s competitive logistics and supply chain industry, businesses are constantly looking for ways to reduce operational costs without compromising efficiency and reliability. One of the most prac...

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How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

The growth of e-commerce and modern retail has transformed customer expectations. Consumers now expect fast shipping, accurate order processing, and seamless delivery experiences regardless of where...

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Choosing a reliable installer is just as important as choosing the right hot water system. A qualifi...

How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

Digital promotion has become increasingly complex. Businesses communicate with customers through w...

Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...

Essential Steps to Handle Sudden Tooth Pain and Dental Crises

A sudden, throbbing toothache can totally stop your whole day, with no warning. When severe pain, ...

Different Types of Power Poles Used in Australia

Power poles are easy to overlook until one needs replacing, starts leaning, or sits directly in the ...

From Application To Court: How Family Violence Orders Work In Victoria

Most people don't learn how the intervention order process works until they're already inside it. So...

Why Businesses Are Choosing Virtual Reception Services

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses are constantly evolving to meet the needs of their...