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Do homemade masks work? Sometimes. But leave the design to the experts

  • Written by: Emily Brayshaw, Lecturer, Fashion and Design History, Theory, and Thinking, University of Technology Sydney

Once again, global crafting communities are stepping up to help in a crisis, sewing face masks desperately needed in American hospitals to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

People are also increasingly sporting homemade masks to try to stay safe.

But while they might look cute, homemade masks are a sign of both positive social changes and serious...

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Modelling suggests going early and going hard will save lives and help the economy

  • Written by: Quentin Grafton, Director of the Centre for Water Economics, Environment and Policy, Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University

In 1997, a bestselling book by Jared Diamond purported to explain how the West “won” world dominance based on the good luck of geography, and because western countries were the first to industrialise.

Fast forward to 2020, and to COVID-19. Geography still matters, but the West is no longer “winning”.

Despite initial...

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the strategy Group of Eight universities experts urged the government to take

  • Written by: Misha Ketchell, Editor & Executive Director, The Conversation

You might have seen recent mediareports in various outlets of a paper, commissioned by the federal government, reporting the coronavirus advice of a group of experts from Group Of Eight universities.

Dated March 22, the letter said “we support the stronger decisions being now taken by government and what we term as the ‘go now, go hard...

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How are the most serious COVID-19 cases treated, and does the coronavirus cause lasting damage?

  • Written by: Peter Wark, Conjoint Professor, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle

As the number of COVID-19 cases around the world continues to climb, hospitals are under increased pressure to provide emergency care for the most severely ill patients. What does this involve, and how does the coronavirus damage the respiratory system?

The virus first invades our bodies by attaching to a protein called ACE2 on cells in the mouth,...

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  1. New OECD estimates suggest a 22% hit to Australia's economy
  2. Delivery workers are now essential. They deserve the rights of other employees
  3. For public transport to keep running, operators must find ways to outlast coronavirus
  4. A major scorecard gives the health of Australia's environment less than 1 out of 10
  5. Thinking like a Buddhist about coronavirus can calm the mind and help us focus
  6. Public gatherings restricted to two people and all foreign investment proposals scrutinised, in new coronavirus measures
  7. Give people and businesses money now they can pay back later (if and when they can)
  8. Government says Australia's coronavirus curve may be flattening
  9. All Australians will be able to access telehealth under new $1.1 billion coronavirus program
  10. Hotel quarantine for returning Aussies and 'hibernation' assistance for businesses
  11. how sharing your data could help in New Zealand's level 4 lockdown
  12. What is orthohantavirus? The virus many are Googling (but you really don't need to worry about)
  13. MyGov's ill-timed meltdown could have been avoided with 'elastic computing'
  14. Why New Zealand’s coronavirus cases will keep rising for weeks, even in level 4 lockdown
  15. Schools provide food for many hungry children. This needs to continue when classes go online
  16. Rushed coronavirus tenancy laws raise as many questions as they answer
  17. it's tempting to drink your worries away but there are healthier ways to manage stress and keep your drinking in check
  18. Coronavirus shines a light on fractured global politics at a time when cohesion and leadership are vital
  19. Kids shouldn't have to repeat a year of school because of coronavirus. There are much better options
  20. 89 million masks, 30 million gowns, 2.9 million litres of hand sanitiser. A month.
  21. why police will be crucial players in the battle against coronavirus
  22. government tracking of mobile phones could be a potent weapon against COVID-19
  23. Say what? How to improve virtual catch-ups, book groups and wine nights
  24. How can I treat myself if I've got – or think I've got – coronavirus?
  25. how you can contribute to coronavirus research without leaving the house
  26. what is contact tracing and how does it help limit the coronavirus spread?
  27. 'Whatever it takes' should now include a universal basic income
  28. I studied what happens to reef fish after coral bleaching. What I saw still makes me nauseous
  29. We know how long coronavirus survives on surfaces. Here's what it means for handling money, food and more
  30. As we turn to creativity in isolation, the coronavirus is a calamity on top of an arts crisis
  31. tiny moments of pleasure really can help us through this stressful time
  32. The case for a rent holiday for businesses on the coronavirus economic frontline
  33. when you berate people for bad behaviour, they do it more
  34. Want to make social distancing even more effective? It's about time (as well as space)
  35. New ways of 'being together apart' can work for us and the planet long after coronavirus crisis passes
  36. Here's what the coronavirus pandemic can teach us about tackling climate change
  37. a readers' guide to the contenders
  38. why parliaments should keep functioning during the coronavirus crisis
  39. Which leaders and health experts will be on the right side of history on COVID-19 policy?
  40. To get on top of the coronavirus, we also need to test people without symptoms
  41. Which jobs are most at risk from the coronavirus shutdown? 
  42. Schools are moving online, but not all children start out digitally equal
  43. Nobel Laureate Professor Peter Doherty on the coronavirus crisis and the timeline for a vaccine
  44. Why coronavirus may forever change the way we care within families
  45. Life in prison looms for Australia's Christchurch gunman, now NZ's first convicted terrorist
  46. People with a disability are more likely to die from coronavirus – but we can reduce this risk
  47. Running out of things to do in isolation? Get back in the garden with these ideas from 4 experts
  48. the coronavirus is changing how we care for the dead
  49. what losing live audiences may mean for theatre
  50. how to prevent evictions in an economic crisis

Business News

How Telematics Helps Australian Companies Improve Productivity

Operating a commercial fleet in Australia is a uniquely demanding endeavour. Between the sprawling urban sprawl of cities like Sydney and Melbourne and the immense, unforgiving stretches of the Outb...

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Inside the Icon: The BridgeMuseum Officially Opens at the Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bold new way to experience one of Australia’s most recognisable landmarks has arrived, with BridgeClimb Sydney officially opening the all-new BridgeMuseum.  Located inside the Sydney Harbour Bridge...

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

The New Front Door Nobody Told You About Something changed. Quietly. Without a press release. The way buyers find businesses in Australia has been rewired. Not replaced, rewired. Google isn't dead...

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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The Daily Magazine

Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...

What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...

Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

Academic expectations continue increasing for students across primary school, high school, and senio...

Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

The real question is not whether solar works in Melbourne. It works. The question is what it is co...

How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

Developing the ability to plan, execute, and deliver outcomes efficiently is a key requirement in to...

How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

Choosing a football may seem straightforward, but the right option depends on who will be using it a...

What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

Managing emotional health is just as important as physical care when it comes to pets, which is why ...