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Caught short: we need to talk about public toilets

  • Written by: Lisel O'Dwyer, Senior Researcher, Social and Policy Studies, Flinders University
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We don’t tend to talk about toilets much, even though we all use them. Yet not only do public toilets meet our voiding needs when we go out, but they are the site for many underlying social processes and behaviours, especially those related to gender roles. They also represent unspoken boundaries between public and private (eyes front! Avoid...

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Companies may be misleading investors by not openly assessing the true value of assets

  • Written by: Peter Wells, Professor, Accounting Discipline Group, University of Technology Sydney

Some companies are taking years to recognise asset impairments, and may be misleading investors who are not privy to the valuation decisions. Research shows this is because managers of many firms think or hope that assets are not overvalued.

This occurs when companies either don’t recognise, or delay the recognition of asset impairments....

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Playing politics with your future: what a hung parliament could mean for super

  • Written by: Helen Hodgson, Associate Professor, Curtin Law School and Curtin Business School, Curtin University

The Australian superannuation system is already complex to navigate without the added uncertainty of looming changes. These changes may not even eventuate if the Coalition fails to gain the support it needs in parliament.

Superannuation reform was a key feature of the 2016-17 Budget handed down the week before the election was called. The Coalition,...

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  1. A guide to the nanotechnology used in the average home
  2. Too much salt and sugar and not enough exercise – why Australians' health is lagging
  3. Finally, a proven way to keep great white sharks at arm's length
  4. Despite experts' fears, Australia should be moving to electronic online voting
  5. This parliament – hung or unhung – will bring us another continuous election campaign
  6. 'Mediscare' campaign shows the power of negative advertising
  7. FactCheck Q A: are Indigenous women 34-80 times more likely than average to experience violence?
  8. We can't save all wildlife, so conservation laws need to change
  9. Why dick doodles on the ballot paper are their own election statement
  10. Health Check: what are the risks of drinking before you know you're pregnant?
  11. Volkswagen’s record settlement payout: treating the symptom not the disease
  12. The off-topic Conversation #100
  13. A new era may be dawning again for radical right populists in Austria and Europe
  14. Even if he keeps the top job, Malcolm Turnbull's troubles have only just begun
  15. Lessons for the post-EU British film industry from the collapse of the Soviet Union
  16. How ants walk backwards carrying a heavy load and still find home
  17. Invisible children: research shows up to one in five Aboriginal newborns aren't registered
  18. Pollution guidelines leave a blind spot for assessing the impact of coal and oil
  19. Labor leadership talk a bit of mischievous arson
  20. Turnbull stands solid against returning Abbott to frontbench
  21. Enigmatic Turnbull creates his own misfortune and will be forever diminished by it
  22. An uncertain election result may lead to stagnant financial markets
  23. Economic policy challenges will swamp our election outcome, no matter who ends up winning
  24. The myth of public opinion
  25. Explainer: why don't we know who won the election and what happens now?
  26. Explainer: what is a ‘hung parliament’, and how will a government be formed?
  27. After messy night, Coalition more likely to form government – but Pauline Hanson is in the Senate
  28. Malcolm Turnbull sounded tone deaf to election message
  29. Major rebuff to Malcolm Turnbull as poll result hovers on knife edge
  30. Infographic: what we know so far about the results of Election 2016
  31. Final polls have Coalition favoured
  32. Gina Rinehart, Weight Loss and Women Under the Microscope
  33. #ausvotes: a final update from the social media hustings
  34. Overcharged for hearing aids? Australia's audiology industry isn't rogue, but needs improvement
  35. Brexit is done, now what about accounting?
  36. Just how safe are Australia's airports?
  37. Brexit harms startups but it may not be fatal
  38. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the campaign's final week
  39. Higher education pays for itself many times over
  40. Crossing the line: why the royal commission examined initiation rituals and defence abuse
  41. Malcolm Turnbull: a prime minister on probation in search of a mandate
  42. Friday essay: the Battle of the Somme and the death of martial glory
  43. Black market jobs cost Australia billions and youth are at the coalface
  44. Your wireless footprint can help police catch a thief
  45. Explainer: what are women's options for giving birth?
  46. Politics for the planet: why nature and wildlife need their own seats at the UN
  47. Grattan on Friday: Shorten struggles as campaign winds down
  48. WA-xit: history beckons
  49. Brexit could leave the European Union struggling with its climate targets
  50. Britain’s 'Bregret' offers timely lessons for Australian voters this weekend

Business News

Inside the Icon: The BridgeMuseum Officially Opens at the Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bold new way to experience one of Australia’s most recognisable landmarks has arrived, with BridgeClimb Sydney officially opening the all-new BridgeMuseum.  Located inside the Sydney Harbour Brid...

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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Portable Toilet Hygiene Standards Explained: Clean vs Sanitised vs Disinfected

In portable toilet servicing, the words clean, sanitised, and disinfected often get used as if they mean the same thing. They don’t. And that difference matters because a unit can look tidy and still ...

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What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

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Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

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How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

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How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

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What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

Managing emotional health is just as important as physical care when it comes to pets, which is why ...

Australia’s Best Walking Trails and the Shoes You Need to Tackle Them

Australia is not short on spectacular walks. You can follow ocean cliffs in Victoria, cross ancien...

Why Pre-Purchase Building Inspections Are Essential Before Buying a Home in Australia

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