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What NZ and Australia can learn from British Columbia's implementation of Indigenous rights

  • Written by: Dominic O'Sullivan, Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, Auckland University of Technology and Associate Professor of Political Science, Charles Sturt University
What NZ and Australia can learn from British Columbia's implementation of Indigenous rightsBritish Columbia's law should see First Nations’ people included in public decisions and economic development, especially in relation to natural resources.from www.shutterstock.com

In October, the Canadian province of British Columbia passed legislation requiring parliament to align its laws with the UN Universal Declaration on the Rights of...

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Australia's nation-building opportunity held hostage by the deficit daleks

  • Written by: Richard Holden, Professor of Economics, UNSW
Australia's nation-building opportunity held hostage by the deficit daleksThe Australian government's ambition to exterminate all debt does not distinguish between 'good debt' and 'bad debt'.www.shutterstock.com

As anticipated, the Australian government downsized a number of its economic forecasts in the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) released this week.

Also as anticipated, the federal government did...

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How a rethink of emergency care is closing the gap, one person at a time

  • Written by: Simon Quilty, Senior Staff Specialist, Alice Springs Hospital. Honorary, Australian National University
How a rethink of emergency care is closing the gap, one person at a timeWalpiri Transient Camp, Katherine: Western medicine can't be expected to work for disadvantaged Indigenous Australians unless housing and social disadvantage are also addressed.Author provided

This is one of our occasional Essays on Health, about one community’s attempt at closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous health in the...

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Seeing the news up close, one devastating post at a time

  • Written by: Cherine Fahd, Director Photography, School of Design, University of Technology Sydney

We are used to being spectators of news events — viewing difficult images beamed to us from the other side of the world, the next state or the next suburb.

This spectator lens can start to feel so familiar that we become numb to what we are witnessing. News reports show us another scene of destruction, another disaster, another cry for help,...

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  1. The timeless appeal of an ocean pool – turns out it's a good investment, too
  2. Scott Morrison's Christmas letter to the colleagues
  3. A new law in India could put Muslims at greater risk of persecution, like the Rohingya
  4. Donald Trump has become the third president in US history to be impeached. He's unlikely to be convicted
  5. Why are public pools important in Australia? For our #myfavouritepool series, we're asking you
  6. As Assange faces court over extradition attempts, the case is complex and the stakes are high
  7. what's behind Boeing's production shutdown of MAX aircraft
  8. From childcare to high school – what to do if you don't like your kid's friend
  9. what it's like to study space at Siding Spring Observatory
  10. The Rise of Skywalker ends a third Star Wars trilogy. Here's why stories work so well in threes
  11. how toy makers are making a fortune with child gambling
  12. Why Australian road rules should be rewritten to put walking first
  13. When did 'Homo erectus' die out? A fresh look at the demise of an ancient human species over 100,000 years ago
  14. As drug deaths rise in rural Australia, we must do more to prevent overdoses
  15. Report on public service overhaul a good start, but parliamentary inquiry is needed
  16. Why a pardon for 20th-century Māori leader Rua Kēnana doesn't go far enough
  17. don't believe the cynics, your trust in us shows facts still matter
  18. Grattan and Martin on the year that was, in politics and economics
  19. Men craft too - but do they need support to raise their artistic profile?
  20. the GP's role in mental health care
  21. changes in climate since 2000 have cut Australian farm profits 22%
  22. That public playground is good for your kids and your wallet
  23. which countries are likely to meet their Paris Agreement targets
  24. the meme child making it a very Disney+ Christmas
  25. The summer heat calls for a cold beer, but be careful where you drink it. Being drunk in public is a crime
  26. Why NZ's cannabis bill needs to stop industry from influencing policy
  27. AI may soon be able to analyse your tweets to match you to a job
  28. Blue carbon is not the silver bullet the Coalition wants it to be
  29. don't be fooled by Australia's latest report on the Great Barrier Reef
  30. Guide to the classics: Plato’s Republic
  31. when the government fails to act, the public wearily steps up
  32. Hoping to get in shape for summer? Ditch the fads in favour of a diet more likely to stick
  33. Australian cities pay the price for blocking council input to projects that shape them
  34. Climate conferences are male, pale and stale – it's time to bring in women
  35. Poorer NSW students study subjects less likely to get them into uni
  36. For a greener future, we must accept there's nothing inherently sustainable about going digital
  37. Mathias Cormann and Jim Chalmers on the mid-year budget update
  38. Facebook's push for end-to-end encryption is good news for user privacy, as well as terrorists and paedophiles
  39. 5 things MYEFO tells us about the economy and the nation’s finances
  40. Double trouble as feral horse numbers gallop past 25,000 in the Australian Alps
  41. Call for clearer risk information for tourists following Whakaari/White Island tragedy
  42. Surplus before spending. Frydenberg's risky MYEFO strategy
  43. The Madrid climate talks failed spectacularly. Here's what went down
  44. Cap your alcohol at 10 drinks a week: new draft guidelines
  45. Lower growth, tiny surplus in MYEFO budget update
  46. Refugees without secure visas have poorer mental health – but the news isn't all bad
  47. Must end soon! But not too soon! The catch in time-limited sales tactics
  48. why peanuts trigger such powerful allergic reactions
  49. 5 reasons I always get children picture books for Christmas
  50. Your Airbnb guest could be a tenant. Until the law is cleared up, hosts are in limbo

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

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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

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How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

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Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

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Essential Steps to Handle Sudden Tooth Pain and Dental Crises

A sudden, throbbing toothache can totally stop your whole day, with no warning. When severe pain, ...

Different Types of Power Poles Used in Australia

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From Application To Court: How Family Violence Orders Work In Victoria

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Why Businesses Are Choosing Virtual Reception Services

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