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FactCheck: is Australia below the international average when it comes to school funding?

  • Written by: Peter Goss, School Education Program Director, Grattan Institute

Australia is slightly below average when it comes to international funding for our schools. – Tanya Plibersek, shadow minister for education, speaking to journalists, January 29, 2017.

Current school funding arrangements run out at the end of this year, and schools need to know what will replace them. So this year we can expect to hear...

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Is there a crisis in public education?

  • Written by: Jessica Gerrard, Senior Lecturer in Education, Equity and Politics, University of Melbourne
imageChildren's needs are not always catered for in the public school system .Paul Miller/AAP

In this series we’ll explore how to improve schools in Australia. Some of the most prominent experts in the sector tackle key questions, including why we are not seeing much progress; whether we are assessing children in the most effective way; why...

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Guide to the classics: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

  • Written by: Joy McEntee, Lecturer, University of Adelaide
imageThe 1998 film adaption of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, starring Johnny Depp as Hunter S Thompson, introduced millions of new fans to the world of gonzo journalism.Fear and Loathing LLC

American journalist Hunter S Thompson is a mythical figure, partly by his own design, and partly, perversely, against his wishes. Norman Mailer called him...

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How drones can help fight the war on shark attacks

  • Written by: Brendan Kelaher, Associate Professor of Marine Science and Management, Southern Cross University

Following an unprecedented series of shark attacks off Australian beaches, the need to find practical solutions is intensifying.

Aerial drones could be an important tool for reducing risk of shark attacks on our beaches within the coming years. Here’s how it would work. Drones would fly autonomously over beaches continuously scanning for...

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  1. Plea to politicians on energy: stop the brawling
  2. One Nation has now been 'normalised' in the Liberals’ firmament of political players
  3. Queensland Galaxy: One Nation surges to 23%
  4. Fed up with bad relationships? Then why not marry yourself?
  5. Is NBN Co's CEO right that Australians aren't interested in ultra-fast broadband?
  6. Increased private health insurance premiums don't mean increased value
  7. Black holes are even stranger than you can imagine
  8. Australia Post salary scandal highlights our nation's growing wage inequality
  9. Why did energy regulators deliberately turn out the lights in South Australia?
  10. New deal on torture a step in the right direction for Australia's human rights law
  11. Abbott hasn't convinced own electors on Senate curb
  12. South Australia's gambling tax highlights the regulatory mess of online betting
  13. Flattering emails will get you everywhere, except when they're from junk journals
  14. Shared ownership can help make housing affordable for people with disability
  15. Friday essay: Putin, memory wars and the 100th anniversary of the Russian revolution
  16. Drugs don't cure everything – doctors can be helped to prescribe other options
  17. Delving through settlers' diaries can reveal Australia's colonial-era climate
  18. How to find success as a woman in science
  19. Vital Signs: the case of the missing investment
  20. Back to school – understanding challenges faced by Indigenous children
  21. FactCheck: are bulk-billing rates falling, or at record levels?
  22. Grattan on Friday: Liberals get high on bubbles and billionaires
  23. Watch the bright star Regulus hide behind the Full Moon
  24. Full responses from Malcolm Turnbull and Bill Shorten
  25. Fifty Shades Darker: an abusive fairy tale that robs women of sexual freedom
  26. Australia's innovation report card shows the nation can do better, and hints at how
  27. Stop focusing on 'the problem' in Indigenous education, and start looking at learning opportunities
  28. God bless the footy: dissent and distractions
  29. Omnibus welfare bill shows the always-tricky politics of budget savings
  30. Unusual conditions: delusional infestation with insects or spiders
  31. Bernardi split is symptomatic of a fractured political system, here and abroad
  32. The Rise of Islamo-Christian Civilization
  33. Australian government challenged to advocate for its citizen on death row in Thailand
  34. From banned to international glory, women's football has sown a rich field for the future
  35. Droughts and flooding rains already more likely as climate change plays havoc with Pacific weather
  36. A wolf in dogs' clothing? Why dingoes may not be Australian wildlife's saviours
  37. Kurt Gödel: from loopholes and dictators to the incompleteness theorems
  38. How to get quality teachers in disadvantaged schools – and keep them there
  39. What's behind the rise in shareholder class actions
  40. Female genital mutilation is hurting Australian girls and we must work together to stamp it out
  41. Twitter tries to tackle abuse as research shows that most of us can be trolls online
  42. Turnbull's rant about Shorten a treat for the troops but will it play with the public?
  43. Indonesia should support interfaith community programs to help Myanmar end ethnic violence
  44. The tragic story of Soviet genetics shows the folly of political meddling in science
  45. We've all heard about postnatal depression, but what about antenatal depression?
  46. Humans are driving a new burst of evolution including possibly our own
  47. Prize fight over live-streamed sport will go on long after the final bell sounds
  48. Trump triggers overdue policy debate
  49. Playing is not coaching: why so many sporting greats struggle as coaches
  50. Inspiring to speak out - two physicists who changed the world

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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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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...

Why Clearer Communication Still Matters in a Digital-First Business

It’s never been easier for businesses to communicate, but that doesn’t mean they’re always communica...

What Happens After You Lodge a BYDA Enquiry? The Step Most Excavation Projects Miss

Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...

How to Choose the Right Dentist on the Gold Coast

Finding a dentist you trust is one of those decisions that quietly affects your health for years, ye...