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Parrot pie and possum curry – how colonial Australians embraced native food

  • Written by: Blake Singley, Curator, Australian National University
imageTea and Damper by A . M. Ebsworth. From Digital Collection of the State Library of Victoria.

The relationship between European settlers and native Australian foodstuffs during the 19th century was a complex one. While the taste for native ingredients waxed and waned for the first century of European settlement, there’s ample evidence to...

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'Australian' enough to be a hero?

  • Written by: Keith Parry, Lecturer in Sport Management, Western Sydney University
imageIs Nick Kyrgios too difficult – and different – to become an Australian hero? AAP Image/Joe Castro

Australia Day is one of the primary times when people make the pledge of commitment, becoming Australian citizens during a citizenship ceremony. It may also be one of the only times when people consider their concept of national...

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Push for a Commonwealth trading bloc further politicises free trade

  • Written by: Giovanni Di Lieto, Lecturer, Bachelor of International Business, Monash Business School, Monash University

A UK-based lobby group has come up with an idea that has been endorsed by Australian and British politicians alike - a Commonwealth trading bloc.

The Free Enterprise Group (FEG) made its case in its “Reconnecting with the Commonwealth” report, arguing for closer trading ties and liberalised labour markets among the former British...

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Heart disease: what happens when the ticker wears and tears

  • Written by: Garry Jennings, Chief Medical Advisor at National Heart Foundation of Australia; Senior Director, Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute
imageOur heart works hard for every second we are alive. Eventually its processes will wear out. from www.shutterstock.com.au

This article is part of our series on older people’s health. It looks at the changes and processes that occur in our body as we age, the conditions we’re more likely to suffer from and what we can do to prevent them.


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

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

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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...

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...