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Summer reading list: ten best children's books of 2016

  • Written by: Belle Alderman, Emeritus professor of children's literature, University of Canberra
imageThese are the books to read with your children this summer.from www.shutterstock.com

It’s not always easy to keep kids reading over the summer holidays. But research shows that those who stop reading over these long breaks from school are actually at risk of seeing their reading ability drop during this period. This is called the “summer...

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Seven reasons we play lotto – even though we know we probably won't win the jackpot

  • Written by: Ryan Anderson, PhD Candidate, School of Arts and Social Sciences, James Cook University
imageYou are far more likely to die driving to buy your ticket than you are to actually win first division in the lottery.EPA/Erik S. Lesser

Most people who play lotto have at least some kind of intuitive understanding they are probably not going to hit the jackpot.

The cost to play Oz Lotto in Australia is a little over A$1. The odds of winning first...

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Digging for cosmic gold: the hunt for dark matter at the bottom of a gold mine

  • Written by: Anthony Williams, Professor of Physics, University of Adelaide

Dark matter is believed to be five times more prevalent in the universe than ordinary matter.

But it interacts so weakly with other matter – like the protons and electrons that make up the stuff around us – that, to date, it has defied our attempts to detect it directly. It doesn’t even interact with light, which is why we call...

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  1. Change Agents: Alex Wodak and Lucy Haslam on the push to legalise medicinal cannabis
  2. The Christmas Film Recommendables - Part 13
  3. Turnbull says republic is a slow burner – and he's not turning up the gas
  4. Will Trump be a tyrant, and how will we tell? Some classical pointers
  5. Second revealed Yahoo hack means it really is time to delete your Yahoo account
  6. US election final results: how Trump won
  7. War and Democracy in the Age of Trump
  8. Indonesia's PISA results show need to use education resources more efficiently
  9. Kevin Rudd: reflections on a troubled country and a troubled world
  10. Remembering Shirley Hazzard: 'art is the only afterlife of which we have evidence'
  11. There are a few gaping holes in the proposals to beef up ASIC
  12. Can you tell fact from fiction? Take The Conversation 2016 FactCheck quiz to find out
  13. The price is not right: how much is too much for a beer at sporting events?
  14. FactCheck: Are Australians paying twice as much for electricity as Americans?
  15. Full response from Craig Kelly
  16. Social media shots affect body image because we only show our best side
  17. Franchises shouldn't share responsibilities for stuff-ups
  18. Getting smarter about city lights is good for us and nature too
  19. How to choose the best NBN plan for your needs
  20. Indonesia should make land acquisitions more transparent and participative
  21. Climate change played a role in Australia's hottest October and Tasmania's big dry in 2015
  22. Infographic: climate change and 2015's year of wild weather
  23. NSW bail laws mean well but are landing homeless kids in prison
  24. Friday essay: can looking at art make for better doctors?
  25. Book review: Do we live in A Fortunate Universe?
  26. Vital Signs: Treasurer Morrison is about to face a reality check
  27. How to be a healthy user of social media
  28. Lack of education doubles the chance of heart attack and stroke
  29. The Christmas Film Recommendables - Part 12
  30. Grattan on Friday: Big issues out of Malcolm Turnbull's reach
  31. Blocking access to illegal file-share websites won't stop illegal downloading
  32. Indonesia and Australia are sleeping ocean superpowers
  33. Server down: what caused the ATO systems to crash
  34. Here's looking at: black ground, 1989 by Judy Watson
  35. As we head into the time of Trump, we need to rethink our foreign policy
  36. Podemos find itself caught between the battle lines of Spanish politics
  37. PBO report shows blowout in cost of the government's loans to the NBN
  38. Politics podcast: Chris Richardson on the state of the Australian economy
  39. Euthanasia and palliative sedation are distinct concepts – intent matters
  40. Speaking with: Serial's Julie Snyder about making groundbreaking podcasts
  41. How to pick an ethically raised ham this Christmas
  42. Aleppo’s fall marks a turning point, not the end of the Syrian war
  43. Trump presidency presents challenges and opportunities for the environment
  44. Star Wars: Rogue One highlights an uncomfortable fact – military robots can change sides
  45. 'Big government' hurts growth? It's not as simple as that
  46. Why every generation feels entitled
  47. Alcohol and drug use exacerbate family violence and can be dealt with
  48. Academics must work at building public trust in their expertise
  49. Rising power bills signal the end of an era for Australia's electricity grid
  50. A prescription for porn: should sex therapists recommend pornography to patients?

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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

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

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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...