Policymakers should consider other solutions, such as prison diversion programs. Monkey Business Images/ShutterstockMethamphetamine use has been a major health problem in Australia for more than a decade, particularly since the heroin supply was severely restricted. Better availability and higher purity of “ice” have increased the...
Simplifying a problem can make it easier to solve.www.shutterstock.comChildren often find it difficult to solve problems in the classroom, which can lead to silly errors being made. But are these mistakes made because of carelessness? Or is there another reason to explain why this occurs?
A theory of learning known as “cognitive load...
Sam Dastyari unleashes with Michelle Grattan in Canberra's Muse wine bar and bookstoreIn The Conversation’s first live podcast, which took place in Canberra’s Muse wine bar and bookstore, Labor’s Sam Dastyari gives a candid insight into Labor’s strategy to win back government, the threat of the Greens and much more.
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Valuing the envWhen I worked at the Resource Assessment Commission in the early 1990s we were asked to conduct a contingent valuation study of the environmental value of Coronation Hill in Kakadu National Park. Although the proposed gold mine was small, the dispute over whether it should go ahead was fierce not least because the site works, with...
The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...
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Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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If an overseas bank, embassy, university, employer or land registry has asked you for a notarised ...
For a few strange years, the used-car market rewrote its own rules. Supply shortages sent second-h...
Cameras are usually the initial step that companies take to strengthen their physical security. If...
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It’s never been easier for businesses to communicate, but that doesn’t mean they’re always communica...
Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...
Finding a dentist you trust is one of those decisions that quietly affects your health for years, ye...
A significant share of Australian homes were built for a way of living that no longer exists. Houses...
Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...