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China’s Eurasian gambit needs to be taken seriously

  • Written by: Nick Bisley, Executive Director of La Trobe Asia and Professor of International Relations, La Trobe University
imageThe Belt and Road Initiative is a core priority of President Xi Jinping.Reuters/Denis Balibouse

Later this month, 28 heads of government, plus many hundreds of others will gather in Beijing for the ‘Belt and Road’ Summit. Leaders from Europe, Africa, and Asia will gather in the Chinese capital as part of an elaborate piece of diplomatic...

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Why biased budget forecasts make poor politics

  • Written by: John Daley, Chief Executive Officer, Grattan Institute

For the last eight years, budget outcomes have consistently been much lower than previous budget forecasts. But in each year, the treasurer has again forecast a happy return to balance over the next four years. Over-optimistic forecasts have made it easy for treasurers to avoid making the really tough decisions on budget repair.

Budget outcomes...

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Explainer: how will the changes to HELP student loans affect you?

  • Written by: Ittima Cherastidtham, Fellow, Higher Education Program, Grattan Institute
imageStudents will have to stay repaying their loan when they earn $42,000.from shutterstock.com

Federal Education Minister Simon Birmingham has unveiled big changes to the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP). With about A$50 billion in outstanding student debt, the goal is to curb costs.

Assuming parliament passes the changes, all students will have...

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The Cashless Debit Card Trial is working and it is vital – here's why

  • Written by: Marcia Langton, Foundation Chair in Australian Indigenous Studies, University of Melbourne
imageThe Cashless Debit Card is a significant advance in tackling socioeconomic problems.National Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation

The federal government’s Cashless Debit Card Trial, which began in selected communities in South Australia and Western Australia from March 2016, is a significant innovation in tackling the health and...

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  3. Space bling: 'jewelled' LAGEOS satellites help us to measure the Earth
  4. Can art put us in touch with our feelings about climate change?
  5. Mythbusting Ancient Rome - Caligula's Horse
  6. Three Little Words and Best Self Nonsense
  7. Abbott questions Turnbull's schools plan
  8. NATSEM models the impact of HELP changes
  9. Politics podcast: John Hewson on the budget climate
  10. Disappearing act: take two for the Moon and Regulus
  11. UNESCO report: surveillance and data collection are putting journalists and sources at risk
  12. The great Australian plays: sex, poetry and The Chapel Perilous
  13. With gas and hydro plans, the government is looking at the whole picture
  14. Weekly Dose: Kalydeco, the drug that treats the cause of cystic fibrosis, not just symptoms
  15. The government is swimming against the tide on Westpac's Adani decision
  16. History can provide many lessons for Turnbull as he prepares for Trump meeting
  17. Victorian budget splash raises questions about privatisation
  18. The future of Australian coal: an unbankable deposit
  19. Gonski 2.0: Is this the school funding plan we have been looking for? Finally, yes
  20. Found with cocaine in Colombia, we should presume Cassandra Sainsbury's innocence
  21. Our uniquely lopsided brain
  22. Australian Twitter is more diverse than you think
  23. Feeling worn out? You could have iron overload
  24. All care and no responsibility: why Airtasker can't guarantee a minimum wage
  25. Full response from Airtasker CEO Tim Fung
  26. Police officer suicide: it's not just about workplace stress, but culture too
  27. Food as medicine: why do we need to eat so many vegetables and what does a serve actually look like?
  28. New to Australia? Good luck! Migrants can no longer afford 'gateway' suburbs
  29. Curious Kids: Why don’t cats wear shoes?
  30. Bob Brown takes to the High Court to put hardline anti-protest laws to the test
  31. A new literary portrait of Helen Garner leaves you wanting to know more
  32. Protecting young people's privacy as Facebook claims it can identify their anxieties
  33. Turnbull announces schools funding and a new Gonski review
  34. Chasing the audience: is it over and out for cricket on free to air TV?
  35. Charter schools and vouchers not a solution for Australian schooling
  36. WA's economic mismanagement is not a reason to review how the GST is carved up
  37. Higher education reform: small changes for now but big ones to come
  38. Government to build second Sydney airport
  39. How 3D food printers could improve mealtimes for people with swallowing disorders
  40. When exploiting kids for cash goes wrong on YouTube: the lessons of DaddyOFive
  41. Three charts on: crane-spotting, a way to tell which Australian cities are growing and where
  42. Google, Facebook fall into line on tax, but eBay remains defiant
  43. Affordable housing is not just about the purchase price
  44. Who goes to MONA? Peering behind the 'flannelette curtain'
  45. Change Agents: David Buchanan and Fr Paul Kelly on ending the gay panic defence
  46. Rather than capping tax revenue, the government should reform the system
  47. A short history of anaesthesia: from unspeakable agony to unlocking consciousness
  48. The hunt for the Superstars of STEM to engage more women in science
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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 a Cordless Rebar Tying Machine Is a Smart Investment for Australian Construction Projects

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