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Australia needs precision tools in drafting trade agreements, not a sledgehammer

  • Written by: Bryan Mercurio, Professor and Vice Chancellor’s Outstanding Fellow of the Faculty of Law, Chinese University of Hong Kong

When tobacco giant Philip Morris launched its legal challenge against the Australian government in 2011, it shocked the nation. It wasn’t so much the subject of the lawsuit (plain packaging laws) or its eventual result (Canberra won) which caught many by surprise. It was the use of an arbitral tribunal under the obscure Hong Kong-Australia...

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Grattan on Friday: 2017 will test whether Turnbull can rise above times that do not suit him

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

For Malcolm Turnbull the new political year brings the prospect of strong headwinds that will make it even harder for his government to take firm and effective steps and secure voters’ respect.

With the uncertainties the Trump presidency presents for Australia, the volatile mood in the Liberal Party, the challenges of many domestic issues and...

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What if there was nothing Trump could do to stop the clean energy revolution?

  • Written by: Clive Hamilton, Professor of Public Ethics, Centre For Applied Philosophy & Public Ethics (CAPPE), Charles Sturt University
imageObama and Podesta

Climate deniers now rule in Washington and many are asking how much damage they can do. Already Trump has signed an executive order permitting the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline, stopped after a long and bitter campaign when President Obama reluctantly vetoed it in 2015.

The pipeline will open up the vast tar sands...

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Scientists may have proven women are better at multitasking than men

  • Written by: Christopher S. Easthope, Researcher, Spinal Cord Injury Centre, University of Zurich
imageThe hormone oestrogen may play a role in a woman's ability to perform two tasks at the same time.mbeo/Flickr, CC BY

Women are less affected by interference when carrying out certain tasks than men, and hormones may play a part in this discrepancy. Our recent experiment found that the walking pattern of men - who typically have low levels of...

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  2. Throw a veggie pattie on the barbie this Australia Day
  3. Welcome to Australia, a land of creatures out to kill you... maybe
  4. Australia Day, Invasion Day, Survival Day: a long history of celebration and contestation
  5. Parrot pie and possum curry – how colonial Australians embraced native food
  6. 'Australian' enough to be a hero?
  7. Push for a Commonwealth trading bloc further politicises free trade
  8. Heart disease: what happens when the ticker wears and tears
  9. Arthritis isn't just a condition affecting older people, it likely starts much earlier
  10. More lessons on fintech to come for Scott Morrison
  11. Australian cinema for Australia Day
  12. Explainer: the rules for shooting on film sets
  13. Do you need to worry if your baby has a flat head?
  14. Is 'clean coal' power the answer to Australia's emissions targets?
  15. Speaking with: Nicole Cook on union 'green bans', housing affordability and the Sirius building
  16. Recent death from resistant bug won't be the last
  17. Changing Australia Day is pointless – and there is much to celebrate
  18. There's no point to Australia's push to ratify the TPP
  19. More police won't necessarily lead to better outcomes on family violence – here's what we need
  20. What next for the anti-Trump protesters?
  21. The Australian history boom has busted, but there's hope it may boom again
  22. Why we lose our hearing and vision as we age
  23. The markers of everyday racism in Australia
  24. Game over: how professional athletes can have a career after sport
  25. Why older people get osteoporosis and have falls
  26. Changing climate has stalled Australian wheat yields: study
  27. 2017 will be a big year for Australia's energy system: here's what to look out for
  28. A Theory of Nothing: a novel approach to exposing how science really works
  29. Should gifted students go to a separate school?
  30. Race to the White House special – Trump's inauguration, and what's next for US foreign policy
  31. Disappearing votes: why investors should steer clear of Snapchat's dual-class shares
  32. Centrelink debt debacle is bad policy for mental health
  33. Beware The Slenderman: how users created the Boogieman of the internet
  34. Bots without borders: how anonymous accounts hijack political debate
  35. If you're serious about affordable Sydney housing, Premier, here's a must-do list
  36. Police pursuits: when does the end justify the means?
  37. Water-sensitive innovations to transform health of slums and environment
  38. The psychology of insults
  39. Talk to me: voice control is taking off, but it's not taking over yet
  40. Airbnb hosts beware – it's not just Centrelink using robo-debt systems
  41. Government's new critical infrastructure list raises more questions than it answers for investors
  42. What workspaces are the best for freelance workers?
  43. Five common myths about the ageing brain and body
  44. Aussies are getting older, and the health workforce needs training to reflect it
  45. Ringling Bros circus closure shows our changing attitudes to animals in captivity
  46. Too big, too expensive and too silly: why video game movies fail
  47. New science minister needs to maintain momentum and push the innovation agenda
  48. Was The Guardian’s WhatsApp reporting “irresponsible” or fake news?
  49. Ban on sleeping rough does nothing to fix the problems of homelessness
  50. Hong Kong’s clouded future

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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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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

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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

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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...

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