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How to tell if your boss is a psychopath – and what to do about it

  • Written by: David Tuffley, Senior Lecturer in Applied Ethics and Socio-Technical Studies., Griffith University
imageAre you setting a good example for others to follow?Image sourced from shutterstock.com

Being in business calls for a determined if not ruthless mindset, the ability to be confident and in control, and to be forceful, calculating, and a meticulous planner. Attributes that few possess. But there is one category of person that has them in abundance...

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Disunity is death? The demise of the CLP government in the Northern Territory

  • Written by: Rolf Gerritsen, Professorial Research Fellow, Northern Institute, Charles Darwin University
imageMichael Gunner is the NT's new chief minister following a landslide election win.AAP/Neda Vanovac

Before Saturday’s Northern Territory election Burt, the psychic crocodile in a popular tourist attraction in Darwin, predicted a Country Liberal Party (CLP) victory. The bookmakers' odds shifted slightly, with the price on a CLP victory falling...

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It's not just the economy, stupid; it's whether the economy is fair

  • Written by: Wesley Widmaier, Australian Research Council Future Fellow, Griffith University
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Most experts say globalisation spreads wealth, bringing people out of poverty and nations closer together. But right now some politicians and their supporters are arguing it simply increases inequality. What’s really going on? Our Globalisation backlash series offers some answers.

In the aftermath of the global financial crisis,...

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Four common claims about education funding and quality that need explaining

  • Written by: Alan Reid, Research Professor, School of Education, University of South Australia
imageIs it fair to say that NAPLAN results have plateaued? Paul Miller/AAP

When the 2016 NAPLAN results were released a couple of weeks ago, a claim from the Education Minister Simon Birmingham attracted a lot of attention.

The minister said that despite a 23% increase in federal education funding over the past three years, NAPLAN results have plateaued.

H...

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  2. The winners and losers in the race for driverless cars
  3. How big a problem is ice use among Indigenous Australians?
  4. Why are professional development standards for new and returning federal MPs so inadequate?
  5. Ticked off: let’s stop our dogs and cats dying of tick paralysis this year
  6. Why Weiner is Wonderful
  7. Albanese warns Labor over clean energy supplement in omnibus bill
  8. The BBC's top 100 21st century films? Give me a break!
  9. (Real) football: the reds buy the Reds?
  10. Labor easily wins NT election
  11. Adrift in a sea of violence: Obama’s legacy, and the prospect of a Trump or Clinton presidency
  12. The Miles Franklin winner: a dark, sorrowful story with moments of light and tenderness
  13. Same-sex marriage plebiscite appears doomed
  14. Is your employer watching you? Online profiling blurs the boundary of our public and private lives
  15. Abbott steps into budget debate, saying reform is a precondition for tax cuts
  16. Young people with cancer should have affordable options to preserve their fertility
  17. Australia's stance on nuclear deterrence leaves it on the wrong side of history
  18. EcoCheck: Australia's vast, majestic northern savannas need more care
  19. Telegraph story on research funding does nothing to advance Australian journalism
  20. VET FEE-HELP reforms will merely paper over the cracks of a system prone to abuse
  21. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on budget savings
  22. Two million Aussies are experiencing high financial stress
  23. Earthquakes don't kill, our collapsing structures do. So how can we build them to stay up?
  24. Electronic baby simulators could increase, not decrease, teen pregnancy
  25. America is moving to end its use of private prisons – should Australia follow suit?
  26. Friday essay: From Bowie to Bieber – the under-appreciated art of the music video
  27. Interview: Steve Wozniak, Apple co-founder and inventor of the home computer
  28. Why males are more likely to die from conception to old age
  29. Australia needs to lead again on democratic innovation
  30. Feral animals are running amok on Australia's islands – here's how to stop them
  31. Vital Signs: Jackson Hole could deliver the monetary change Xenophon wants
  32. Di Natale takes Hanson-Young out of asylum seeker area
  33. Grattan on Friday: Shorten wants to play hardball but can he dodge the 'opportunist' tag?
  34. Politics podcast: Derryn Hinch on becoming a senator
  35. Oil, gas and marine parks really can coexist in our oceans – here's how
  36. Scott Morrison has correctly diagnosed the problem, but needs to be flexible about solutions
  37. Touching, ferocious and poetic, the Miles Franklin shortlist is worthy of your attention
  38. How to manage weight issues with your teenager when you're not meant to talk about weight
  39. Turnbull steps in as promised, but don't expect a swift end to firefighter dispute
  40. Watch your language, Scott Morrison
  41. What you see is not always what you get: how virtual reality can manipulate our minds
  42. Why 100 years without slum housing in Australia is coming to an end
  43. A world with inequality everywhere is a moral and economic threat
  44. Why is sexual harassment in the AFP systemic? And can the culture be changed?
  45. Full response from SGS Economics and Planning
  46. FactCheck: does the average Australian family spend up to $22,000 every year on transport?
  47. Why obesity is not a 'left versus right' issue
  48. Australia should look overseas for ideas to increase its number of women MPs
  49. The Industrial Revolution kick-started global warming much earlier than we realised
  50. Sustainable housing's expensive, right? Not when you look at the whole equation

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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

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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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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How Long Does Interstate Freight Take in Australia?

If you have ever arranged for stock, equipment or materials to travel from one Australian state to a...

How AEC Firms Can Scale Faster Without Sacrificing Project Quality

Growth presents a fundamental dilemma for architecture, engineering, and construction firms: expan...

What Makes an Aesthetic Clinic Worth Going Back To?

Trying an aesthetic clinic for the first time can feel like a bit of a gamble. You can read review...

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There's something magical about that first sip of coffee in the morning. It’s more than just a bev...

Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

NDIS support coordination explained means understanding how a professional can help participants n...

When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

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