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Uber, entrepreneur social ? Sans doute. L’ubérisation ? Pas forcément

  • Written by: Séverine Le Loarne, Professeur Management de l'Innovation & Management Stratégique, Grenoble École de Management (GEM)
imageManifestation de taxis contre Uber à Portland, aux Etats-Unis en janvier 2015.Aaron Parecki / Flickr, CC BY

Uber. Le nom de l’entreprise californienne, née en 2009 présente dans plus de 310 pays, suscite des sentiments et des opinions ambivalentes.

Les chauffeurs de taxi dénoncent une concurrence déloyale et,...

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Treaty debate will only strengthen Indigenous recognition process

  • Written by: Paul Kildea, Lecturer, Faculty of Law; Referendums Project Director at the Gilbert + Tobin Centre of Public Law, UNSW Australia
imageMalcolm Turnbull's criticism of Bill Shorten's remarks on a treaty with Indigenous Australians reflects genuine anxiety that support for recognition is cooling.AAP/Tracey Nearmy

Indigenous affairs had a rare moment in the election spotlight when Opposition Leader Bill Shorten signalled he was open to supporting a treaty with Indigenous Australia....

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Experienced shareholders better than independent directors for business

  • Written by: Peter Swan, Professor of Finance, UNSW Australia

Businesses benefit from having substantial shareholders as directors on audit committees, but only when they are utilising swing trades, new research shows. The research compares the presence of these experienced directors as opposed to independent directors in management of Australian companies listed on the ASX.

Earlier research shows that swing...

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Sky's the limit – now share the love

  • Written by: Brian McNair, Professor of Journalism, Media and Communication, Queensland University of Technology
imageAAP/Mick Tsikas

Former editor of The Australian Chris Mitchell praised the performance of Sky News’ election coverage in a column this week, suggesting that it surpassed that of the ABC’s in some key respects, notably in its flexibility around scheduling, and in the range of commentators and contributors. Having followed both Sky News...

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  1. Drug companies are buying doctors – for as little as a $16 meal
  2. How CSIRO is turbocharging the world's largest radio telescopes
  3. ReachTEL polls have large swings to Labor in NSW marginals
  4. Election explainer: why can't Australians vote online?
  5. Can cycling help with grief and depression?
  6. Is Medicare under threat? Making sense of the privatisation debate
  7. The sound of silence: why has the environment vanished from election politics?
  8. Timeline: Australia's climate policy
  9. Views from abroad: how is the world seeing Australia's election?
  10. What's the key to home ownership for Gen Y?
  11. How the major parties' policies compare on business and finance regulation
  12. Here's looking at Frida Kahlo's Self-portrait with monkeys
  13. One in five early childhood educators plan to leave the profession
  14. Referendum Day in the Dis-United Kingdom
  15. No massacres and an accelerating decline in overall gun deaths: the impact of Australia’s major 1996 gun law reforms
  16. Labor moves its scare campaign onto vaccination register
  17. Barnaby Joyce might seek another portfolio
  18. Managing same-sex marriage plebiscite would be a challenge for Turnbull within his own ranks
  19. The need for speed: there's still time to fix Australia's NBN
  20. Explainer: what is ‘value capture’ and what does it mean for cities?
  21. How is the UK's Brexit referendum different from Australian referendums?
  22. Why the Prime Minister's Literary Awards need an urgent overhaul
  23. The fossil-fuelled political economy of Australian elections
  24. Electricity prices, the election agenda and the case for bipartisanship
  25. Weekly Dose: codeine doesn't work for some people, and works too well for others
  26. Here's a good news conservation story: farmers are helping endangered ecosystems
  27. Wall St might not be ready for a war on high-frequency trading
  28. Infographic: how much does Australia spend on science and research?
  29. The Indi Project: who do Indi voters trust to run the country?
  30. How a Brexit could impact on Australia
  31. Business Briefing: ASIC tries to prevent fintech startups from becoming scammers
  32. Listening but not hearing: process has trumped substance in Indigenous affairs
  33. Tackling Indigenous family violence needs more than band-aid solutions
  34. Are the Greens really the climate radicals we need?
  35. Should academics cite those who have breached moral and humane borders?
  36. New food labels should go further than country of origin
  37. Spacing of letters, not shape of letters, slightly increases reading speed of those with dyslexia
  38. Collecting data to help protect Australia's waters from toxic algal blooms
  39. Turnbull's message to First Australians: we want to do things with you
  40. Simple processing and clever apps? Don't hold your breath for a user-friendly Medicare IT system
  41. Gender equity can cause sex differences to grow bigger
  42. Howard is marked up and Abbott down in handling foreign policy: Lowy poll
  43. PolicyCheck: What are the parties really offering to save the Great Barrier Reef?
  44. Fair play at the Olympics: testosterone and female athletes
  45. How should reading be taught in schools?
  46. How political opinion polls affect voter behaviour
  47. NSW budget delivers a fat surplus, but mixed bag for Turnbull's chances
  48. The five must-see films of the Sydney Film Festival
  49. A brief history of fossil-fuelled climate denial
  50. Pyne versus Carr on innovation – who came out top?

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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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Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

Reducing business costs doesn’t always mean cutting staff, shrinking services or making the workplace feel bare-bones. In many cases, the smarter savings are hiding in everyday operations: the light...

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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

Leadership has a direct impact on organisational performance, employee engagement, strategic growth, and long-term success. Businesses operating in increasingly competitive environments require experi...

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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...

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, ...

The Hidden Engineering Problem Inside Australia's Older Housing Stock

A significant share of Australian homes were built for a way of living that no longer exists. Houses...

DIY Rodent Control Vs Professional Help: When Is It Time To Call The Experts?

Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

Lighting Shop in Perth: How The Right Lighting Can Transform Your Home And Business

The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...

Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...

Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...