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Poor kids hit puberty sooner and risk a lifetime of health problems

  • Written by: Ying Sun, Associate Professor and Visiting Academic, Centre for Adolescent Health, Murdoch Childrens Research Institute
imageIt can be a tough time for children going through the physical and emotional changes of puberty. And if they enter puberty early, the health impacts can stay with them for life.from www.shutterstock.com

Shape-shifting bodies. Cracking voices. Hairs sprouting in new places. Puberty marks a dramatic period of change for young people. Now new research...

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Australian cricketers' pay dispute: will lightning strike twice in the same place?

  • Written by: Braham Dabscheck, Senior Fellow, Melbourne Law School, University of Melbourne
imageLeading Australian cricketers have indicated they may boycott forthcoming tournaments if no pay deal is reached.AAP/David Mariuz

Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers’ Association (ACA) are at loggerheads over the negotiation of pay and working conditions.

If a new memorandum of understanding cannot be reached by July 1, Cricket...

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The way we walk can be used to power and secure our devices

  • Written by: Sara Khalifa, Research Scientist, Networks Group, Data61
imageMore power than you think in power walking.Shutterstock/lzf

When we walk or move, we create kinetic energy in a way that is unique to each of us. Our latest research shows that it’s so unique, it can be used to authenticate who we are.

Not only that, but this kinetic energy can also be used to power our personal devices.

Power and security from...

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  4. Pirates of the Caribbean 5: there be some good science in that there film
  5. Curious Kids: If a huge huntsman spider is sucked into a vacuum cleaner, can it crawl out later?
  6. Widespread invasive species control is a risky business
  7. Thinking big gives top predators the competitive edge
  8. How do we choose who gets the flu vaccine in a pandemic – paramedics, prisoners or the public?
  9. The insecurity of private renters – how do they manage it?
  10. Turnbull offers May 'any and every support' after terror attack
  11. 'Giving a Gonski' will be torrid test for Greens
  12. The 'digital handmade': how 3D printing became a new craft technology
  13. Mr Burns: post-apocalyptic Simpsons musical shows theatre's future is dazzling
  14. Carnage at Ariana Grande concert in Manchester a suspected terrorist attack
  15. Explainer: what is nanomedicine and how can it improve childhood cancer treatment?
  16. Congressional Republicans would prefer Pence, so why not impeach Trump?
  17. Did humans evolve in Europe rather than Africa? We don't have the answer just yet
  18. 'Fake refugees': Dutton adopts an alternative fact to justify our latest human rights violation
  19. The world would be better off if Trump withdraws from the Paris climate deal
  20. Twiggy Forrest donation: more philanthropy means more risk-taking – and that's good
  21. Why you should donate to The Conversation
  22. Report: government won't rule out underwriting Adani's Carmichael coal mine
  23. The science of business decision making: giving out perks doesn't necessarily lead to results
  24. Explainer: why 300 Indigenous leaders are meeting at Uluru this week
  25. Passed away, kicked the bucket, pushing up daisies – the many ways we don't talk about death
  26. What’s in the name 'homeless'? How people see themselves and the labels we apply matter
  27. Australian farmers are adapting to climate change
  28. Reading classic novels in an era of climate change
  29. ASKAP telescope speeds up the hunt for new Fast Radio Bursts
  30. Malcolm Turnbull seeks legal advice on Hanson's staffer Ashby
  31. After the 'Facebook Files', the social media giant must be more transparent
  32. Australian copyright laws have questionable benefits
  33. Explainer: how the internet knows if you're happy or sad
  34. Colloid science, tackling superbugs and light lead the 2017 Shine Dome Awards
  35. Explainer: what is positive psychology and how can you use it for yourself?
  36. Many Australian universities may be in surplus, but does that mean there's fat to cut?
  37. The weather is now political
  38. Let cities speak: what sounds define us now?
  39. Consumers lose out in funeral industry lacking competition and regulation: study
  40. Lessons of 1967 referendum still apply to debates on constitutional recognition
  41. Dinosaur embryo returned to China, but many fossils fall victim to illegal trade and poor protection
  42. Let cities speak: reclaiming a place for community with sounds
  43. Decoding the music masterpieces: Strauss’s An Alpine Symphony
  44. The shocking state of oral health in our nursing homes, and how family members can help
  45. Politicians: please ease off on 'announceables' until after the electricity market review
  46. An ethical hacker can help you beat a malicious one
  47. We should levy Facebook and Google to fund journalism – here's how
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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

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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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