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Molecules do not have colour!

  • Written by: Kate Patterson, Visual Science Communicator, Garvan Institute of Medical Research and Lab Research Fellow, 3D Visualisation and Aesthetics Lab UNSW Art and Design, UNSW

The 2017 Pantone Color of the Year is Greenery.

Every year the Pantone Color Institute nominates a colour of the year. It is “A symbolic color selection; a color snapshot of what we see taking place in our global culture that serves as an expression of a mood and an attitude.” This year, it is Greenery, inspired by nature and symbolic...

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Morrison pushed NDIS 'hypothecation' announcement despite caution about timing from Turnbull's office

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

Within the Turnbull government there is gnashing of teeth in the wake of the Nick Xenophon Team (NXT) giving the thumbs down to the omnibus bill.

This bill includes the childcare reform package and trade-off savings in cuts to family tax benefits. It also has a raft of other measures that the government had previously been unable to pass, among...

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6 things young men should know about food, nutrition and getting in shape

  • Written by: Clare Collins, Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
imageIt should be easier for men to lose weight, but they’re less likely to go on diets than womenfrom www.shutterstock.com.au

Had to let the belt out a notch or two lately? Then it may be time to give your eating habits an overhaul. Don’t worry though - healthy meals can be tasty and fast.

Carrying a few extra kilos can be uncomfortable and...

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FactCheck: it's true – Western Australia has the nation's highest rate of methamphetamine use

  • Written by: Nicole Lee, Professor at the National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University

We have the worst rate of methamphetamine usage in the country. – West Australian Labor leader Mark McGowan, quoted in The West Australian, February 6, 2017.

The illicit drug methamphetamine, commonly known as “speed”, “crystal meth” and “ice”, continues to makeheadlines in Australia as communities grapple...

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  1. Want electricity reform? Start by giving power back to the states
  2. Young women can budget in the short term but struggle with long-term investments: survey
  3. Why the Sydney Opera House is a little overcooked
  4. WA state election: Liberals' deal with One Nation may come back to bite them
  5. The gap of Indigenous disadvantage is being closed too slowly: report
  6. And then there were two: welcome back ABC Fact Check
  7. Basil Hetzel: Australian medical pioneer, and my friend
  8. Six psychiatric concepts that have mutated: for better or worse
  9. Errors in Centrelink's debt recovery system were inevitable, as in all complex systems
  10. Housing affordability problems might not be all bad
  11. ATNIX: Australian Twitter News Index, January 2017
  12. The off-topic Conversation #117
  13. Roses are red, violets are blue, I'll stay forever if you scrub out the loo
  14. 'Ice Wars' message is overblown and unhelpful
  15. Why housing supply shouldn't be the only policy tool politicians cling to
  16. To the mattresses: a defence of romance fiction
  17. We need a comprehensive housing approach to deal with heatwaves
  18. There are six styles of love. Which one best describes you?
  19. Rudd warns against a 'second Stolen Generation' by default
  20. There is a difference between a strong contest of views on energy policy and counter-productive hyper-partisanship
  21. FactCheck Q A: is violent crime getting worse in Victoria and do people feel less safe than ever?
  22. Australian banks go back to ACCC to further delay customers from getting Apple Pay
  23. A hologram of light and love
  24. The IMF is showing some hypocrisy on inequality
  25. Australia's looming e-cigarette ban robs smokers of a chance to quit
  26. Why big data may be having a big effect on how our politics plays out
  27. Fifty shades of erotica: how sex in literature went mainstream
  28. Mainstream schools need to take back responsibility for educating disengaged students
  29. Baby galaxies light up the universe
  30. Health Check: do cold showers cool you down?
  31. Royal commission hearings show Catholic Church faces a massive reform task
  32. The anatomy of an energy crisis - a pictorial guide, Part 1
  33. Why it's time for Australia to launch its own space agency
  34. Alcohol leads to more violence than other drugs, but you'd never know from the headlines
  35. New research shows how petrol retailers pushed prices up in Perth
  36. The faulty child welfare system is the real issue behind our youth justice crisis
  37. FactCheck: is Australia below the international average when it comes to school funding?
  38. Is there a crisis in public education?
  39. Guide to the classics: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
  40. How drones can help fight the war on shark attacks
  41. Plea to politicians on energy: stop the brawling
  42. One Nation has now been 'normalised' in the Liberals’ firmament of political players
  43. Queensland Galaxy: One Nation surges to 23%
  44. Fed up with bad relationships? Then why not marry yourself?
  45. Is NBN Co's CEO right that Australians aren't interested in ultra-fast broadband?
  46. Increased private health insurance premiums don't mean increased value
  47. Black holes are even stranger than you can imagine
  48. Australia Post salary scandal highlights our nation's growing wage inequality
  49. Why did energy regulators deliberately turn out the lights in South Australia?
  50. New deal on torture a step in the right direction for Australia's human rights law

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How Chatswood Tutoring Can Fit Into a Student’s Weekly Routine

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The Rise of Digital Marketplaces in the Australian Trade Sector

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

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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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How to Fix Poor Subfloor Ventilation in Older Homes

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Why Preventive Care Matters for Heavy-Duty Equipment

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What to Look For When Selecting an Installation Specialist for Gas Stoves and Water Filters in Brisbane

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What to Consider Before Cleaning Your Exterior: Deck Pressure Cleaning, Pressure Cleaning, and How Much Does It Cost to Pressure Wash a House?

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Signs Your Trailer Needs Professional Repair Before Its Next Long Haul

A long road trip can put considerable strain on a trailer, particularly when it is carrying heavy ...