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New Year, new you? The ups and downs of online dating

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It seems we are not keen on facing the January blues alone: this month typically sees some of the year’s highest traffic on dating websites. But whether you’re a seasoned swiper or just signing up, digital dating can be a daunting departure from traditional methods. Do your homework with our top three...

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Xenophon is right to call for law reform on gift cards

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imageCross-bench Senator Nick Xenophon wants the law to change to protect gift card holders when companies collapse.Gemma Najem/AAP

The corporate collapse of Dick Smith has many people, including cross-bench Senator Nick Xenophon, angered at the treatment of gift card holders as unsecured creditors.

The concept leading to this situation is more than 100...

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Indonesia needs creative economy law to spur job creation

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imageThe ride-hailing app Go-jek is part of Indonesia's growing creative economy.Reuters/Beawiharta

Indonesia should put in place a law on the creative economy to allow businesses in the sector to operate with legal certainty.

Supporting the growth of the creative economy will spur job creation, an answer to the country’s problems of rising...

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US democracy trumps all as a dysfunctional disgrace

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imageHas the American political system fallen so low that it requires a massive injection of anti-democratic behaviour to make it more 'democratic'?Reuters/James Glover II

As the rest of the world looks upon America’s 2016 presidential race and what has become a disgrace of a democratic system, its bewilderment can be organised around a series of...

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  1. The pomp in circumstance: CAS rules against Essendon players
  2. David Bowie in the divided city of Berlin
  3. Put out water for the wildlife in your garden on hot days
  4. A fine balance: saving Australia's unique wildlife in a contested land
  5. 10 Ways Work Will Change in 2016
  6. Spirals within spirals: Vortex Temporum at the Sydney Festival
  7. Pregnant women and parents misled about dangers of living with lead pollution
  8. Mortal poison: the story of how venom works
  9. Yes, Australian snakes will definitely kill you – if you're a mouse
  10. How can we mitigate the crime that is female over-imprisonment?
  11. Charles Darwin's evolutionary revelation in Australia
  12. Business journals vow to publish studies that prove nothing
  13. Ten types of PhD supervisor relationships - which is yours?
  14. David Bowie: pop star who fell to earth to teach outsiders they can be heroes
  15. Growing challenges are disrupting our old ways of getting around cities
  16. What's up with Twitter, in fewer than 10,000 characters
  17. Health Check: is chewing gum actually good for your teeth?
  18. The off-topic Conversation #75
  19. Why Uber's surge pricing is naive economics.
  20. Are Australian snakes the deadliest in the world? Not even close
  21. Spiders are a treasure trove of scientific wonder
  22. Mindfulness can improve living with a disability
  23. Militant suffragettes: morally justified, or just terrorists?
  24. Shooting the moon: the search for ultra high energy neutrinos
  25. China's currency plan still on track, despite global market volatility
  26. Seeing eurozone events through the lens of the global financial crisis
  27. Teachers are leaving the profession – here's how to make them stay
  28. Why don’t we bomb North Korea?
  29. Sorry women: we don't believe you earn more than the random dude next to you
  30. Sexism and Media Bandwagons
  31. Netflix is everywhere (almost), so what does this mean for local media?
  32. Australia's housing standards are failing its ageing population
  33. Vaccines to expect when you're expecting, and why
  34. Big game: banning trophy hunting could do more harm than good
  35. Corporate-style regulation of unions won't defeat corruption
  36. Friday essay: Rise of the artistic machines
  37. 5 Food Year's Resolutions for 2016
  38. ‘Last-drink’ laws, not lockouts, reduce alcohol-fuelled violence
  39. Clinical perfectionism: when striving for excellence gets you down
  40. Exploring the solar system: the best of what you can look out for in 2016
  41. Martin Shkreli and the outrage of inequality
  42. How we rediscovered 'extinct' giant tortoises in the Galápagos Islands – and how to save them
  43. Should I stay or should I go? The dilemma for unemployed teachers
  44. The search for new elements on the periodic table started with a blast
  45. With Gonski gone, we can expect more demand for private schools
  46. Oh deer: a tricky conservation problem for Tasmania
  47. The fourth pillar: how we're arming the immune system to help fight cancer
  48. North Korea tests again: the ritual of Korean Peninsula nuclear politics
  49. Why was Tony Abbott so unpopular?
  50. What’s in a milestone? Understanding your child’s development

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Reducing Sales Friction Through Centralized Content Delivery

Sales friction appears whenever buyers or sales teams face unnecessary obstacles in the buying journey. It can happen when information is hard to find, when messaging feels inconsistent, when product ...

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Why Choosing the Right Bollard Supplier Matters for Australian Businesses and Public Spaces

From busy CBD streetscapes to sprawling warehouse loading docks, bollards have become one of the most essential safety and security fixtures across Australia. Whether protecting pedestrians from veh...

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Why Modular Content Is Transforming Modern Marketing Teams

Modern marketing teams are expected to produce more content than ever before. They need to support websites, landing pages, email campaigns, social channels, product pages, sales enablement material...

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Everything You Need to Know About Getting Support from Optus

Whether you've been an Optus customer for years or you've just switched over, at some point you'll probably need to contact their support team. Maybe your bill looks different from what you expected. ...

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The Marketing Strategy That’s Quietly Draining Sydney Business Owners’ Bank Accounts

Sydney businesses are investing more in digital marketing than ever before. The intention is clear. More visibility should mean more leads, more customers, and steady growth. However, many business ...

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Why Mining Hose Solutions Are Essential For High-Performance Industrial Operations

In environments where the ground itself is constantly shifting, breaking, and being reshaped, every component must be built to endure. Mining operations are among the most demanding in the industria...

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The Reason Talented Teams Underperform

If you’re in business, you might have seen it before. A team of capable and smart people just suddenly slows down, and things start spiraling out of control. On paper, everything looks perfect, but ...

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Why More Aussie Tradies Are Moving Away From Paid Ads

Across Australia, a lot of tradies are busy. There’s no shortage of demand in industries like plumbing, electrical, landscaping, and building. But being busy doesn’t always mean running a smooth or...

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Why Careers In The Defence Industry Are Growing Rapidly

The defence sector has evolved far beyond traditional roles, opening doors to a wide range of opportunities across technology, engineering, intelligence, and operations. This is where defense industry...

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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

source Have you ever walked through an open home and started picturing your furniture, family d...

5 Signs Your Car Needs Immediate Attention Before It Breaks Down

Car problems rarely appear without warning. In most cases, your vehicle gives clear signals before...

Ensuring Safety and Efficiency with Professional Electrical Solutions

For businesses in Newcastle, a safe and fully functioning workplace remains a key part of day-to-d...

Choosing The Right Bin Hire Solution For Hassle-Free Waste Management

When it comes to managing waste efficiently, finding the right solution can save both time and eff...

Why Cleanliness Is Critical In Childcare Environments

Children explore the world with curiosity, often touching surfaces, sharing toys, and interacting ...

What to Look for in a Reliable Australian Engineering Partner

Choosing an engineering partner is rarely just about technical capability. Most businesses can fin...

How to Choose a Funeral Home That Supports Families with Care

Choosing a funeral home is rarely something families do under ideal circumstances. It often happen...

Why Premium Coffee Matters in Modern Hospitality Venues

In hospitality, details shape perception long before a guest consciously evaluates them.  Lightin...