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Four reasons payday lending will still flourish despite Nimble's $1.5m penalty

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imageAccess to small loans is getting easier, but not everyone is resilient enough to manage their finances.Image sourced from shutterstock.com

The payday lending sector is under scrutiny again after the Australian Securities and Investment Commission’s investigation into Nimble.

After failing to meet responsible lending obligations, Nimble must...

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How can a city keep its character if its landmark views aren't protected?

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageOne of the architects of 443 Queen Street says: 'The Queenslander – elevated on stilts and open to natural ventilation – was an inspiration for the tower'.Artist's Impression

Landmarks identify and define cities. Town-planning instruments usually protect these landmarks from development that does not respect the setting. But...

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Explainer: what is restless leg syndrome?

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imageIt's difficult to sleep when your legs are tap dancing under the sheets.from www.shutterstock.com.au

Restless leg syndrome is a common affliction characterised by uncomfortable feelings in the legs accompanied by an irresistible urge to move the legs to relieve the sensations. People with restless leg syndrome often keep their legs moving by pacing...

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