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young people need better parks to get out and play

  • Written by: Deborah Ascher Barnstone, Professor, Associate Head of School, School of Architecture, University of Technology Sydney
young people need better parks to get out and playPoor quality and access are common barriers to young people using parks. FamVeld/Shutterstock

Who wants to play sport in the mud and muck? Or have to climb a fence to play?

After an observational, private audit of the condition of Sydney sports facilities, we found that these are the types of choices young people face. To engage more young people...

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Stowaway mozzies enter Australia from Asian holiday spots – and they're resistant to insecticides

  • Written by: Tom Schmidt, Research fellow, University of Melbourne
Stowaway mozzies enter Australia from Asian holiday spots – and they're resistant to insecticidesWe might not be able to use common insecticides to kill mosquitoes that arrive from other countries. from www.shutterstock.com

Planning a trip to the tropics? You might end up bringing home more than just a tan and a towel.

Our latest research looked at mosquitoes that travel as secret stowaways on flights returning to Australia and New Zealand from...

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Missed something the doctor said? Recording your appointments gives you a chance to go back

  • Written by: Amelia Hyatt, Senior Researcher, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Missed something the doctor said? Recording your appointments gives you a chance to go backIt's often hard to comprehend complicated medical information from your doctor – particularly if you've just received bad news.From shutterstock.com

You’re in a consultation with your doctor and you’ve just been told you have cancer. You’re in shock, and find it difficult to take in anything else the doctor says during the...

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  1. NSW result gives federal Liberals a boost in the mind games
  2. NSW Coalition scrapes back in as minor parties surge – but delivering on promises will not be easy
  3. Coalition wins a third term in NSW with few seats changing hands
  4. Funding boost for policing finance sector, in budget that warns of economic softening
  5. Silver moss is a rugged survivor in the city landscape
  6. Why dangerous asteroids heading to Earth are so hard to detect
  7. Finding dignity and grace in the aftermath of the Christchurch attack
  8. Michelle Grattan on the aftermath of the Christchurch tragedy, and the NSW election
  9. we're failing them, and we need a plan
  10. Why NZ needs to follow weapons ban with broad review of security laws
  11. More than half of Aussie men report experiencing sexual difficulties
  12. what children want you to know to help them feel safe
  13. As many Muslims return to mosques today, they will need ongoing support
  14. Sanders, Harris, Biden... can anyone beat Donald Trump to become the next US president?
  15. Jobs but not enough work. How power keeps workers anxious and wages low
  16. We've let wage exploitation become the default experience of migrant workers
  17. Cannibalism helps fire ants invade new territory
  18. A brief history of science writing shows the rise of the female voice
  19. Local Māori urge government to address long-running dispute over rare cultural heritage landscape
  20. images of mourning and the power of acknowledging grief
  21. What Parkland's experience tells us about the limits of a 'security' response to Christchurch
  22. Shorten's not getting ahead of himself, but the tape measure is out
  23. Will the New Zealand gun law changes prevent future mass shootings?
  24. where do the parties stand on brumby culling?
  25. Confused about aged care in the home? These 10 charts explain how it works
  26. Pell trial reporters, a judge and a media lawyer on why the suppression order debate is far from over
  27. What Australia can learn from Victoria's shocking biodiversity record
  28. Australia's animal testing laws are a good start, but don't go far enough
  29. Six images reveal how we ‘see' data and capture invisible science
  30. How to move beyond simplistic debates that demonise Islam
  31. Want a safer world for your children? Teach them about diverse religions and worldviews
  32. Don't wait for a crisis – start planning your aged care now
  33. Right-wing extremism has a long history in Australia
  34. Melbourne's 'other' cafe makes the city a more human place
  35. Expanding gas mining threatens our climate, water and health
  36. Skills like 'crap detection' can help kids meet cybersecurity challenges head on
  37. Depending on who you are, the benefits of a cashless society are greatly overrated
  38. Christchurch attack strains Australian-Turkish relations ahead of ANZAC day
  39. The government is right - immigration helps us rather than harms us
  40. what options does the UK have before the Brexit deadline?
  41. Aboriginal Australia’s smash hit that went viral
  42. What is a doula and how do they help women giving birth?
  43. Christchurch attacks provide a new ethics lesson for professional media
  44. How to take care of your mental health after the Christchurch attacks
  45. What parents need to know about the signs of child sexual abuse
  46. Autonomous transport will shape our cities' future – best get on the right path early
  47. Curious Kids: what makes an echo?
  48. why the future of Australian capitalism is now in Greg Combet's hands
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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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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