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Finkel's Clean Energy Target plan 'better than nothing': economists poll

  • Written by: Bruce Mountain, Director, Carbon and Energy Markets., Victoria University

Few topics have attracted as much political attention in Australia over the past decade as emissions reduction policy.

Amid mounting concern over electricity price increases across Australia and coinciding with blackouts in South Australia and near-misses in New South Wales, the Australian government asked Chief Scientist Alan Finkel to provide a bl...

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Written in stone: the world's first trigonometry revealed in an ancient Babylonian tablet

  • Written by: Daniel Mansfield, Associate Lecturer in Mathematics, UNSW
imageThe Plimpton 322 tablet.UNSW/Andrew Kelly, CC BY-SA

The ancient Babylonians – who lived from about 4,000BCE in what is now Iraq – had a long forgotten understanding of right-angled triangles that was much simpler and more accurate than the conventional trigonometry we are taught in schools.

Our new research, to be published in Historia...

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Getting serious on roads reform is one way our political leaders can get back on track

  • Written by: Michael de Percy, Senior Lecturer in Political Science, University of Canberra
imageThe majority of working Australians drive to and from work.AAP/Dan Himbrechts

Structural economic reform is hardly the stuff of epic election campaigns. But tax reform, including some form of road user charging, is well overdue for Australia.

Road user charging will involve a shake-up of all road-related revenues and how we pay for and use our...

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Grattan on Friday: A No vote in marriage ballot would be a humiliation for Turnbull

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

The two mega issues dominating federal politics, the dual citizenship crisis and the marriage ballot, have little in common – except that Malcolm Turnbull desperately needs each to come out the right way for him.

A narrow, black-letter interpretation of the Constitution’s section 44(i) which rendered three senior Nationals ineligible to...

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  1. Explainer: what exactly must companies disclose to investors?
  2. High Court sets dual citizenship hearings for October
  3. Legalising same-sex marriage will help reduce high rates of suicide among young people in Australia
  4. Singing death: why music and grief go hand in hand
  5. The great divide where religious beliefs and the law meet
  6. Terminator 2 in 3D reminds us what we've still to learn about AI and robotics
  7. Ethnic religious communities may be the 'No' campaign's secret weapon in same-sex marriage fight
  8. The politics of public monuments: it's time Australians looked at what, and whom, we commemorate
  9. Expansion of cashless welfare card shows shock tactics speak louder than evidence
  10. Meet the woman who can lay claim to being Australia's first female judge
  11. From flatscreen TVs to your smartphone: the element boron deserves more attention
  12. What's equity got to do with health in a higher-density city?
  13. Antarctic ice reveals that fossil fuel extraction leaks more methane than thought
  14. Capturing the true wealth of Australia’s waste
  15. Religion in Australian schools: an historical and contemporary debate
  16. Successful people would leave Australia under 'socialist' Shorten: Cormann
  17. Banks shouldn't underestimate the risk of concentration in the housing market
  18. Beer, bongs and baby boomers: the unlikely tale of drug and alcohol use in the over 50s
  19. The Rape of Lucretia: a deconstructed tale of civic and personal virtue
  20. 'No religion' and Jedi Knight find their place in Australian identity
  21. Science fiction helps us deal with science fact: a lesson from Terminator's killer robots
  22. Australian census data show collapse in citizenship uptake by New Zealanders
  23. I was stabbed 14 times at the hospital where I work. I survived, but not everyone is so lucky
  24. To Christians arguing 'no' on marriage equality: the Bible is not decisive
  25. More of us could work in part-time roles if they were designed better
  26. When the Bullin shrieked: Aboriginal memories of volcanic eruptions thousands of years ago
  27. Hype and cash are muddying public understanding of quantum computing
  28. Why investor-driven urban density is inevitably linked to disadvantage
  29. Curious Kids: Where does my poo go when I flush the toilet? Does it go into the ocean?
  30. What blackout? How solar-reliant power grids passed the eclipse test
  31. Help support The Conversation US at SXSW
  32. Newspoll 54-46 to Labor as Turnbull's ratings fall back
  33. Government urges the High Court to hear citizenship cases in mid-September
  34. Why China is cracking down on overseas investment
  35. Mea culpa: Lessons learned from firefighting
  36. Sea the possibilities: to fight climate change, put seaweed in the mix
  37. Beyond bollards: protecting crowded places means not letting the exceptional become the norm
  38. Finkel's Law: robots won't replace us because we still need that human touch
  39. Trump changes his mind on Afghanistan, but will upping the ante win the war?
  40. Science is important but moves too fast: five charts on how Australians view science and scientists
  41. Official prayers in federal parliament are divisive and unconstitutional, and should be scrapped
  42. Explainer: why do we get fungal nail infections and how can we treat them?
  43. It's hard to find a humble CEO. Here's why
  44. Australia's car industry needs cybersecurity rules to deal with the hacking threat
  45. Evidence is clear on the benefits of legalising same-sex marriage
  46. It's not just the buildings, high-density neighbourhoods make life worse for the poor
  47. Greening the concrete jungle: how to make environmentally friendly cement
  48. The 2017 Melbourne International Film Festival: films to watch out for
  49. Surgery isn't the only option for prostate cancer yet many men aren't offered others
  50. North Korea tells Australia it is acting suicidally by joining war games

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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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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Why Businesses Are Choosing Virtual Reception Services

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

Why Concrete Pools Offer Endless Design Possibilities

Imagine stepping into your backyard and being greeted by a stunning pool that reflects your person...

How Legal Advice Can Help with Driving Offences

Driving is a part of everyday life for many people. It allows us the freedom to travel, commute, a...

How Experienced Lawyers Support Criminal Defence

Facing criminal charges can be one of the most daunting experiences in a person's life. The stakes...

How media and Digital Marketing agencies Help Brands Stand Out

In today’s hyper-connected world, standing out is more challenging than ever. Brands are competing...

How to Choose the Perfect Honeymoon Destination

Your wedding day is just the beginning of an incredible journey together. After saying "I do," it’...

Walking Shoes vs Running Shoes: Which Are Better for Daily Walking?

Running shoes have become the default athletic footwear for a lot of people who rarely run. That ...

What Happens to Your Rubbish After It Leaves the Kerb

Most of us don’t think much about rubbish once the bin lid closes. The truck arrives, the bins are e...

Thermoplastic vs. Paint: The True Long-Term Cost Comparison

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