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Evidence is clear on the benefits of legalising same-sex marriage

  • Written by: Ryan Anderson, PhD Candidate, School of Arts and Social Sciences, James Cook University
imageThere are considerable mental health and wellbeing benefits conferred upon those in the fortunate position of being able to legally marry.AAP/Lukas Coch

Emotive arguments and questionable rhetoric often characterise debates over same-sex marriage. But few attempts have been made to dispassionately dissect the issue from an academic, science-based...

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It's not just the buildings, high-density neighbourhoods make life worse for the poor

  • Written by: Laurence Troy, Research Fellow, City Futures Research Centre, UNSW
imageHigher-density developments change neighbourhoods, often in ways that further disadvantage low-income households.Laura Crommelin, Author provided

This article is the second in a series based on new research into the place of lower-income and disadvantaged households in a compact city.


Last year marked the first time that construction began on more...

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Greening the concrete jungle: how to make environmentally friendly cement

  • Written by: Rackel San Nicolas, Academic specialist, Infrastructure Engineering, University of Melbourne
imageWith some tweaks to the recipe, cement and concrete can be made kinder to the planet.Postman Photos/Shutterstock.com

Cement is the world’s most widely used material apart from water, largely because it is the key ingredient in concrete, the world’s favourite building material.

But with cement’s success comes a huge amount of...

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The 2017 Melbourne International Film Festival: films to watch out for

  • Written by: Stuart Richards, Researcher and Lecturer in Screen and Cultural Studies, University of Melbourne
imageTimothee Chalamet and Armie Hammer in Call Me By Your Name: an erotic romance imbued with the effervescence of a European summer.Frenesy

The theme of this year’s Melbourne International Film Festival was to “explore new worlds”, which saw matters of social justice, empathy and connection examined in many films. Between us, we saw...

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  4. Being Here: the bold artistic vision and short life of Paula Modersohn-Becker
  5. Health Check: can stress during pregnancy harm my baby?
  6. Politics podcast: Mathias Cormann on the same-sex marriage postal survey
  7. Coalition position worsens in Newspoll to trail 46-54%
  8. Dry winter primes Sydney Basin for early start of bushfire season
  9. Where to take refuge in your home during a bushfire
  10. Being exploited and breaching your visa: the limited choices of the food delivery worker
  11. Curious Kids: Why do we count to 10?
  12. As Australia becomes less religious, our parliament becomes more so
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  14. This is why apartment living is different for the poor
  15. Women who sexually abuse children are just as harmful to their victims as male abusers
  16. Religious classes in schools must adapt to fit a changing Australia
  17. No legal doubt over decisions Joyce and Nash take: Brandis
  18. National poll vs sample survey: how to know what we really think on marriage equality
  19. Tech companies can distinguish between free speech and hate speech if they want to
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  21. How we inherit masculine and feminine behaviours: a new idea about environment and genes
  22. From the edge of the Solar System, Voyager probes are still talking to Australia after 40 years
  23. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the government's dual citizenship issues
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  25. If High Court decides against ministers with dual citizenship, could their decisions in office be challenged?
  26. Controlled experiments won't tell us which Indigenous health programs are working
  27. Barcelona attack: a long war against Islamic terrorism is our reality
  28. For sniffing out crime and missing persons, science backs blood-detection dogs
  29. Finding balance on marriage equality debate a particular challenge for the media
  30. Friday essay: Joan of Arc, our one true superhero
  31. Lessons from Adelaide in how a smart city can work to benefit everyone
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  39. Speaking with: Nicole Gurran on Airbnb and its impact on cities
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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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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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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

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

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

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