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Bloody good TV: how Rake changed Australian television

  • Written by: Siobhan Lyons, Tutor in Media and Cultural Studies, Macquarie University
imageNow finising its fourth season, Rake is one of Australia's most interesting TV dramas.ABC

When Rake first hit our screens in 2010, it signalled a shift in Australian television. Based loosely on the life of barrister Charles Waterstreet (now a Sydney Morning Herald columnist), Rake’s lead character Cleaver Greene (Richard Roxburgh) is an...

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Barnaby Joyce gives some protection on Turnbull's vulnerable right flank

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

Within the Coalition the only cheer is among the Nationals who, if some late counting goes their way, could actually gain one in their numbers at an election where the government has lost a swag of seats. At worst the junior partner, with 21 seats in total in the last parliament, would probably be only one down.

The Nationals haven’t wasted...

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Queensland postal votes could give Coalition majority government

  • Written by: Adrian Beaumont, PhD Student, School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Melbourne

In Queensland, Labor was ahead in 11 seats after election night, and the Coalition led in 18, representing a projected five seat gain for Labor vs the 2013 election. However, all projected Labor gains had ordinary vote splits of less than 51.5% Two Party Preferred (2PP) to Labor, and the Coalition currently has big postal vote margins in all...

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The lessons to be learned now the ABC's pulled its 'inaccurate' Wi-Fried program

  • Written by: Rodney Croft, Professor of Health Psychology, University of Wollongong
imageThe ABC breached its impartiality standards in a Catalyst program on the safety of wireless devices such as mobile phones.Shutterstock/Sidarta

The ABC has this week announced that an episode of its Catalyst television program “breached the ABC’s impartiality standards” when it raised concerns about the safety of wireless devices...

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More Articles …

  1. Weekly Dose: ice and speed, the drugs that kept soldiers awake and a president young
  2. Workers are taking on more risk in the gig economy
  3. Renewable jet fuel could be growing on Australia's iconic gum trees
  4. Why drug-detection dogs are sniffing up the wrong tree
  5. Explainer: why stock market panic can signal a good time to buy
  6. Facing bumps, but on the right track: Indonesia's democratic progress
  7. Understanding the NDIS: a history of disability welfare from 'deserving poor' to consumers in control
  8. Understanding the NDIS: how does the scheme work and am I eligible for funding?
  9. Defiant Hanson will test a Coalition government
  10. Business Briefing: are Hanson, NXT and the Nationals bad for business?
  11. Research fraud: the temptation to lie – and the challenges of regulation
  12. Christos Tsiolkas, the 'blasphemous' artist and Barracuda
  13. If machines can beat us at games, does it make them more intelligent than us?
  14. Koalas are feeling the heat, and we need to make some tough choices to save our furry friends
  15. Turnbull remains less than pitch-perfect
  16. By Jupiter, what we know of the gas giant so far
  17. We must convince people we believe in Medicare: Turnbull
  18. From scolds to talking underwater : Policing women's voices
  19. Are shipping containers really the answer for affordable housing? Time for a reality check
  20. Labor's 'Mediscare' campaign capitalised on Coalition history of hostility towards Medicare
  21. Politics podcast: James Pearson on the knife-edge result and business confidence
  22. How Uber opens cities only to close them
  23. In a world of low rates, what else can the RBA and central banks do?
  24. In rare cases, a dog's lick can carry more than just love
  25. Caught short: we need to talk about public toilets
  26. Companies may be misleading investors by not openly assessing the true value of assets
  27. Playing politics with your future: what a hung parliament could mean for super
  28. Maggie's Plan: screwball comedy meets witty academic satire
  29. A guide to the nanotechnology used in the average home
  30. Too much salt and sugar and not enough exercise – why Australians' health is lagging
  31. Finally, a proven way to keep great white sharks at arm's length
  32. Despite experts' fears, Australia should be moving to electronic online voting
  33. This parliament – hung or unhung – will bring us another continuous election campaign
  34. 'Mediscare' campaign shows the power of negative advertising
  35. FactCheck Q A: are Indigenous women 34-80 times more likely than average to experience violence?
  36. We can't save all wildlife, so conservation laws need to change
  37. Why dick doodles on the ballot paper are their own election statement
  38. Health Check: what are the risks of drinking before you know you're pregnant?
  39. Volkswagen’s record settlement payout: treating the symptom not the disease
  40. The off-topic Conversation #100
  41. A new era may be dawning again for radical right populists in Austria and Europe
  42. Even if he keeps the top job, Malcolm Turnbull's troubles have only just begun
  43. Lessons for the post-EU British film industry from the collapse of the Soviet Union
  44. How ants walk backwards carrying a heavy load and still find home
  45. Invisible children: research shows up to one in five Aboriginal newborns aren't registered
  46. Pollution guidelines leave a blind spot for assessing the impact of coal and oil
  47. Labor leadership talk a bit of mischievous arson
  48. Turnbull stands solid against returning Abbott to frontbench
  49. Enigmatic Turnbull creates his own misfortune and will be forever diminished by it
  50. An uncertain election result may lead to stagnant financial markets

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The Rise of Digital Marketplaces in the Australian Trade Sector

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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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

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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Will These Bloody Kids Ever Move Out? The Resurrection of the Duplex Says No

Whilst Baby Boomers and Gen Xer’s typically finished school, got a job and moved out of home relativ...

Critical Structural Checks to Prioritise Before Renovating an Older Property

The Australian home renovation market is experiencing unprecedented growth. The total value of thi...

Why Regular Gutter Cleaning Northern Beaches Is Important

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Double Glazed Sliding Doors vs Standard Sliding Doors: Key Differences

Sliding doors are a popular choice in modern homes due to their space-saving design and ability to...

How to Plan a Bathroom Renovation Timeline (Without Surprises)

A bathroom renovation rarely feels “small” once work begins. Even modest updates involve multiple ...

What “Extraction Facial” Actually Means (And When It Helps)

“Extraction facial” is one of those skincare terms people use as if it’s one standard treatment, b...

How Compounded Medicines Support Individual Health Needs

Not every patient responds to medicine in the same way. Age, allergies, dosage requirements and sw...

How Live Comedy Can Shape the Mood of an Event

The mood of an event is shaped by more than the venue, food, music, or schedule. Entertainment can...

Why Home Gym Mats Are Becoming a Must-Have

Building a dedicated workout space at home has become increasingly common across Australia. Many p...