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Murray-Darling report shows public authorities must take climate change risk seriously

  • Written by: Arjuna Dibley, Graduate Fellow, Steyer-Taylor Center for Energy Policy and Finance, Stanford University

The tragic recent events on the Darling River, and the political and policy furore around them, have again highlighted the severe financial and environmental consequences of mismanaging climate risks. The Murray-Darling Royal Commission demonstrates how closely boards of public sector corporate bodies can be scrutinised for their management of...

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no commissions, no exemptions, no fees without permission. Hayne gets the government to do a U-turn

  • Written by: Peter Martin, Section Editor, Business and Economy, The Conversation
no commissions, no exemptions, no fees without permission. Hayne gets the government to do a U-turnThe government is acting on all 76 of Justice Hayne's recommendations.Peter Martin, CC BY-SA

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg was glossing over history when he said the final report of the banking royal commission “endorsed many of the themes and individual reforms the government is currently pursuing”.

In fact, on coming to office in late...

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Compensation scheme to follow Hayne’s indictment of financial sector

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

The Morrison government has promised to establish a compensation scheme of last resort - paid for by the financial services industry - as it seeks to avoid the outcome of the banking royal commission becoming a damaging election issue for it.

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg, releasing Commissioner Kenneth Hayne’s three-volume report which...

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Changes to commenting at The Conversation

  • Written by: Misha Ketchell, Editor, The Conversation

The Conversation exists to serve the public by providing reliable information from scholars with deep expertise, to fight back against misinformation and spin. We are committed to disseminating clean information, which is way too scarce in the digital world. This is as important for a healthy democracy as clean water is for physical health.

This...

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  8. When extreme weather wipes out wildlife, the fallout can last for years
  9. imagine you are in Canada
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  13. Bowen fires back in economy debate
  14. McGowan remains tight-lipped about refugee legislation despite removal of children
  15. Behrouz Boochani's literary prize cements his status as an Australian writer
  16. Tasmania’s gambling election shows Australia needs tougher rules on money in politics
  17. other brands are better at matching practice with talk, but don't get the publicity
  18. Head start for home owners makes a big difference for housing stress
  19. Damning royal commission report leaves no doubt that we all lose if the Murray-Darling Basin Plan fails
  20. Michelle Grattan on the march of the independents
  21. Cloning monkeys for research puts humans on a slippery ethical slope
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  23. how political spin doctors' tactics aim to shape the news
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  28. Australia's spike in summer drownings: what the media misses
  29. Vital Signs. Yet another year of steady rates. What's the point of the RBA inflation target?
  30. What Labor has to fear is the Big Scare
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  35. Australia is counting on cooking the books to meet its climate targets
  36. How Australia's political ageism may be robbing us of our best leaders
  37. will I go blind if I shut my eyes and face the Sun?
  38. it's time to step up, free press needs allies
  39. Hakeem Al-Araibi's case is a test of world soccer's human rights credentials. Here's why
  40. Aboriginal voices are missing from the Murray-Darling Basin crisis
  41. History, not harm, dictates why some drugs are legal and others aren't
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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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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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Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

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