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After 25 years of trying, why aren’t we environmentally sustainable yet?

  • Written by: Michael Howes, Associate Professor in Environmental Studies, Griffith University
imageAfter decades of sustainability initiatives, key environmental indicators keep getting worse. The Capital Wind Farm, REUTERS/Jason Reed/File Photo

In 1992, more than 170 countries came together at the Rio Earth Summit and agreed to pursue sustainable development, protect biological diversity, prevent dangerous interference with climate systems, and...

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Explainer: what's cytomegalovirus and why do pregnant women need to know about it?

  • Written by: Wendy van Zuijlen, Postdoctoral Scientist, Virology Research Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine, UNSW
imageCytomegalovirus infection in the womb is more common in Australia than infection with listeria or toxoplasmosis in pregnancy.from www.shutterstock.com

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a virus transmitted from person to person via body fluids like urine or saliva. For people with a healthy immune system, CMV is likely to cause no more than a temporary fever...

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Guide to the classics: Neil Gaiman's American Gods

  • Written by: Elizabeth Hale, Senior Lecturer in English and Writing (children's literature), University of New England
imageYggdrasil, the tree that supports the world in Norse myth, can be found in America in Neil Gaiman's mash-up of world religion.Starz

Fans of Neil Gaiman are having a bountiful year. In February there was the release of his retelling of the Norse myths. In March, Dark Horse is releasing the comic book adaptation of his influential 2001 novel American...

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Andrew Jaspan resigns as Editor and Executive Director of The Conversation

  • Written by: Misha Ketchell, Managing Editor, The Conversation

Joe Skrzynski, AO, the acting Chair of The Conversation Media Group announced on Friday that Andrew Jaspan, Editor and Executive Director, is leaving The Conversation to take up a new post as Director of the Global Academy and Professorial Fellowship at RMIT.

“On behalf of the Directors and Members of TCMG, I not only thank Andrew for his...

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  1. The False Feminism of Kendrick Lamar's Humble
  2. Successful tips to a positive career change
  3. Follicle challenge: the Ben Cousins saga and reforms to drug testing
  4. Company tax compromise is limited but works for both Turnbull and Xenophon
  5. The Vice President Dines: A Philosophical Dialogue
  6. The APRA bandaid for the housing market is wearing off
  7. Electoral system flaws deny Labor and Greens WA upper house majority
  8. Carrots and pumpkin might reduce your risk of cancer, but beware taking them in pill form
  9. Does bad weather affect student performance in school?
  10. It's ten years since Rudd's 'great moral challenge', and we have failed it
  11. The search to extend lifespan is gaining ground, but can we truly reverse the biology of ageing?
  12. More low-paid work is part of the problem, not the solution
  13. The forgotten 660,000 locked out of home ownership
  14. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the company tax cut
  15. Comparing Australia's electricity charges to other countries shows why competition isn't working
  16. If you destroy it, they will come – climate change displacement and the Trump effect
  17. Cloud, backup and storage devices: how best to protect your data
  18. A guide to how we decide what to publish in Politics and Society
  19. Explainer: the rise of social impact investing
  20. What did the rich man say to the poor man? Why spatial inequality in Australia is no joke
  21. Turning Hazelwood's empty coal mine into a lake could help heal mining towns
  22. Vital Signs: war gaming the economic fallout from Brexit
  23. Why are some people more gullible than others?
  24. Friday essay: finding spaces for love
  25. Tiny frogs face a troubled future in New Guinea's tropical mountains
  26. Grattan on Friday: Turnbull's taxing battle as fractious session grinds towards end
  27. Follow the Moon to the stars and Jupiter
  28. Yes, your doctor might Google you
  29. Why politicians and television still need each other
  30. Mobile phones are not always a cure for poverty in remote regions
  31. Can an album still define the times? Oh Well. Whatever. Nevermind.
  32. The Cashless Debit Card causes social and economic harm – so why trial it again?
  33. Worried about shark attacks or terrorism? Here's how to think about the real risk of rare events
  34. Hazelwood power station: from modernist icon to greenhouse pariah
  35. Victoria leads the way on family violence, but Canberra needs to lift its game
  36. Amazon in Australia might not be the end of retail as we know it
  37. Explainer: how do our bones get calcium and why do they need it?
  38. Once upon a time: a brief history of children's literature
  39. Unleashed Latham too opinionated even for an increasingly opinionated Sky
  40. Art for art’s sake
  41. How to keep your mobile phone connected when the network is down
  42. Trump tears down US climate policy, but America could lose out as a result
  43. Still here: Night Parrot rediscovery in WA raises questions for mining
  44. Cyclone Debbie: we can design cities to withstand these natural disasters
  45. Cuts to sole parent benefits are human rights violations
  46. Four Corners: can the NDIS prevent abuse of people with disability?
  47. Tracking the storm: the science behind Tropical Cyclone Debbie
  48. Hazelwood closure: what it means for electricity prices and blackouts
  49. As Brexit begins, Australia mustn’t get caught up in Britain’s post-imperial fantasies
  50. Deadly Funny -- a new brand of Australian comedy

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

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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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The Daily Magazine

Top 4 Wheelchair Ramp Providers in the Boulder Area

Finding the right wheelchair ramp in Boulder will feel like a turning point. Whether you are plann...

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

Line marking looks like a simple line item on a school maintenance budget, until the true cost of ...

Why Vetting Beats Volume: The Real Story Behind Australia's Growing Applicant Pools

On paper, hiring should be getting easier. Job ads across the country are pulling in more applicat...

Moving Out of a Rental in Melbourne? A Practical Moving Checklist

Moving out of a rental in Melbourne is one of those things that always feels further away than it ...

Why a Cordless Rebar Tying Machine Is a Smart Investment for Australian Construction Projects

Tying reinforcing steel by hand means spending hours bent over while making the same twisting moti...

How to Get a Document Notarised in Sydney: What to Bring, What It Costs and How Long It Takes

If an overseas bank, embassy, university, employer or land registry has asked you for a notarised ...

The 2026 Used-Car Market

For a few strange years, the used-car market rewrote its own rules. Supply shortages sent second-h...

Why CCTV Alone Is Not Enough for Modern Business Security

Cameras are usually the initial step that companies take to strengthen their physical security. If...

Why Every Workplace Should Take Emergency Preparedness Seriously

Emergency planning is one of those things many workplaces know they should think about, but it oft...