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Could managers BE any more authentic? 3 ways you can improve your leadership skills by watching Friends

  • Written by: Nathalie Collins, Academic Director (National Programs), Edith Cowan University
Could managers BE any more authentic? 3 ways you can improve your leadership skills by watching FriendsYou might switch on friends to switch off – but it can teach you how to be a better manager. Warner Bros

The hit sitcom Friends aired for the first time 25 years ago this week. Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe and Joey have not aged on our small screen – and neither has their charm. Make no mistake: these characters were crafted...

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Robo-debt is only one way government stigmatises claimants. There's only so much a class action can do

  • Written by: Helen Hodgson, Professor, Curtin Law School and Curtin Business School, Curtin University

The robo-debt recovery programme has been criticised as badly designed and unfair ever since it began in mid 2016.

A year later the Senate Committee on Community Affairs recommended it be put on hold until its design flaws could be addressed, yet there has been a procession of stories since of people who have had their payments cut off or money...

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How other countries get parents to vaccinate their kids (and what Australia can learn)

  • Written by: Katie Attwell, Senior Lecturer, University of Western Australia
How other countries get parents to vaccinate their kids (and what Australia can learn)Different countries take different approaches to get parents to vaccinate their children. But saying which one works best is difficult.from www.shutterstock.com

Countries around the world, including Australia, are using different ways to get parents to vaccinate their children.

Our new research, published this week in the journal Milbank Quarterly,...

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PayID data breaches show Australia's banks need to be more vigilant to hacking

  • Written by: Paul Haskell-Dowland, Associate Dean (Computing and Security), Edith Cowan University
PayID data breaches show Australia's banks need to be more vigilant to hackingLinking your mobile number to your bank account could have unintended consequences.SewCream/Shutterstock.com

When we think of a bank robbery, we might imagine a safe with the door blown open. But nowadays it might be more accurate to picture criminals accessing our bank account online from another country. Bank robbers don’t need balaclavas...

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  1. Albanese defends social activism by businesses
  2. Why our response to climate change needs to be a just and careful revolution that limits pushback
  3. If you want to cut bullying in schools, look at the 'invisible violence' in our society
  4. Superblocks are transforming Barcelona. They might work in Australian cities too
  5. Robo-debt class action could deliver justice for tens of thousands of Australians instead of mere hundreds
  6. Media polarisation dangerous for democracy and for science: Sinodinos
  7. Arthur Sinodinos with some reflections and advice
  8. embodied performance about working in a Brisbane porno shop
  9. Apple Arcade and Google Stadia aim to offer frictionless game streaming, if your NBN plan can handle it
  10. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian avoids a spill but remains in troubled waters
  11. climate change affects our mental health, too
  12. As pressure on Iran mounts, there is little room for quiet diplomacy to free detained Australians
  13. 'An insult' – politicians sing the praises of the cashless welfare card, but those forced to use it disagree
  14. Why it's time for New Zealanders to learn more about their own country's history
  15. Keeping the city cool isn't just about tree cover – it calls for a commons-based climate response
  16. The Way We Live Now – powerful, troubling photographs of a crowded planet and uncertain future
  17. 'predatory' climate deniers are a threat to our children
  18. Suddenly, the world's biggest trade agreement won't allow corporations to sue governments
  19. why are some twins identical and some not?
  20. Greens' challenge aptly described by Paddy Manning, but with no solutions in sight
  21. what happens when magnetic north and true north align?
  22. Jim Chalmers on the need to change economic course
  23. Reality slippages and narcissistic stereotyping
  24. You can help track 4 billion bogong moths with your smartphone – and save pygmy possums from extinction
  25. Is vigorous exercise safe during the third trimester of pregnancy?
  26. Climate change is the defining issue of our time – we're giving it the attention it deserves
  27. when communities must move because of climate change
  28. Australia to attend climate summit empty-handed despite UN pleas to ‘come with a plan'
  29. how supermarket pharmacies could change the way we shop
  30. Apple's iPhone 11 Pro wants to take your laptop's job (and price tag)
  31. As Scott Morrison heads to Washington, the US-Australia alliance is unlikely to change
  32. we need to teach kids activities they'll go on to enjoy
  33. Morrison's right hand man dispenses with niceties in lecturing big business
  34. New musical has enough warmth, witty lines and catchy tunes to win its own fangirls
  35. Polycystic kidney disease, the most common genetic kidney disorder you've probably never heard of
  36. Michelle Grattan on Gladys Liu and the government's plan to drug-test welfare recipients
  37. Bupa's nursing home scandal is more evidence of a deep crisis in regulation
  38. Actually, it's okay to disagree. Here are 5 ways we can argue better
  39. Why declaring a national climate emergency would neither be realistic or effective
  40. Women may find it tougher to get an abortion if the religious discrimination bill becomes law
  41. why traditional Persian music should be known to the world
  42. Nuclear power should be allowed in Australia – but only with a carbon price
  43. All this overinflated talk about an index-fund bubble is very passive-aggressive
  44. Australia should try to keep more international students who are trained in our universities
  45. Breeding single-sex animal populations could help prevent disease and poverty
  46. If Auckland's plan to include Māori histories in city centre upgrade is genuine, it must act on inequalities
  47. Asking questions about Gladys Liu is not racist
  48. NZ children see more than 40 ads for unhealthy products each day. It's time to change marketing rules
  49. A new inquiry into Indigenous policy must address the root causes of failure
  50. In an age of Elsa/Spider-Man romantic mash ups, how to monitor YouTube's children's content?

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

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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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?

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

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Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

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Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

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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, ...