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The COVIDSafe bill doesn't go far enough to protect our privacy. Here's what needs to change

  • Written by: Katharine Kemp, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law, UNSW, and Academic Lead, UNSW Grand Challenge on Trust, UNSW

The Australian government will need to correct earlier misstatements and improve privacy protections to gain the trust of the millions of Australians being called on to download the COVIDSafe contact tracing app.

The draft Privacy Amendment (Public Health Contact Information) Bill 2020, or the “COVIDSafe bill”, released yesterday, is...

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5 reasons why Zoom meetings are so exhausting

  • Written by: Libby Sander, Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour, Bond Business School, Bond University
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For many of us, working from home during COVID-19 has meant we are spending a lot of time on video meeting applications like Zoom. The effects of this have taken us by surprise.

Having giant heads staring at us up close for long periods can be off-putting for a lot of us. Never mind that we feel we should fix our iso-hair...

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Beyond travel, a trans-Tasman bubble is an opportunity for Australia and NZ to reduce dependence on China

  • Written by: Hongzhi Gao, Associate professor, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
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When it comes to our economic over-reliance on China, New Zealand consumers need look no further than their most popular big box chain, The Warehouse. The familiar “big red shed” sourced about 60% of its home brand stock from China in 2017 – and a further NZ$62 million in products directly through offices in...

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modern globalisation has its roots in ancient trade networks

  • Written by: Anna M. Kotarba-Morley, Lecturer, Archaeology, Flinders University
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Many think of globalisation as a modern and corporate phenomenon, and it has been readily linked to the spread of coronavirus.

But globalisation isn’t new. Archaeological research shows it began in antiquity.

A global economy, with luxury consumerism and global interconnectivity, linked Europe, Africa and Asia at least 5,000...

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  1. an ancient lake in the Murray-Darling has yielded its secrets
  2. how the climate impact of beef compares with plant-based alternatives
  3. Isaac Newton invented calculus in self-isolation during the Great Plague. He didn't have kids to look after
  4. The PM wants to fast-track mega-projects for pandemic recovery. Here's why that’s a bad idea
  5. Coronavirus 'news fatigue' starts to bite for Australians in lockdown
  6. Universities have gone from being a place of privilege to a competitive market. What will they be after coronavirus?
  7. Juggling the curves as we ease the COVID restrictions
  8. Eden-Monaro opens wounds in Nationals, with Barilaro attack on McCormack
  9. Aged care visitor guidelines balance residents' rights and coronavirus risk – but may be hard to implement
  10. Why a trans-Tasman travel bubble makes a lot of sense for Australia and New Zealand
  11. why shifting to judge-alone trials is a flawed approach to criminal justice
  12. Dorothea Tanning - an unusual surrealist with an unique female gaze
  13. Pacific governments accused of using coronavirus crisis as cover for media crackdown
  14. Millions of products have been 3D printed for the coronavirus pandemic – but they bring risks
  15. We can't let coronavirus kill our cities. Here's how we can save urban life
  16. Is slowing Australia's population growth really the best way out of this crisis?
  17. Yes, it is time to rethink our immigration intake – to put more focus on families
  18. Mary Shelley’s The Last Man is a prophecy of life in a global pandemic
  19. New findings show Australian sheep face dangerous heat stress on export ships
  20. The darknet – a wild west for fake coronavirus 'cures'? The reality is more complicated (and regulated)
  21. Why do women gain weight during menopause?
  22. does spraying the streets work against coronavirus?
  23. Josh Frydenberg warns against Australia turning protectionist after COVID
  24. Can you get the COVID-19 coronavirus twice?
  25. 5 tips to help parents navigate the unique needs of children with autism learning from home
  26. how coronavirus is reshaping how we see ourselves and the world around us
  27. every photograph tells a virtual story
  28. Coronavirus redundancies are understandable, but there are alternatives
  29. Reclaiming the streets? We all can have a say in the 'new normal' after coronavirus
  30. The coronavirus survival challenge for NZ tourism: affordability and sustainability
  31. Aren't we in a drought? The Australian black coal industry uses enough water for over 5 million people
  32. Schools have been ideological battlegrounds in the past. In the coronavirus crisis, they are again
  33. Post-coronavirus, we'll need a working tax system, not more taxes and not higher rates
  34. knitting your first woolly scarf
  35. how fish use their spines to fend off hungry seals
  36. COVID-19 increases risk to international students' mental health. Australia urgently needs to step up
  37. We've had a taste of disrupted food supplies – here are 5 ways we can avoid a repeat
  38. These 4 diets are trending. We looked at the science (or lack of it) behind each one
  39. Yes Prime Minister... Dan Tehan withdraws his attack on Daniel Andrews' leadership
  40. How I wrote and published a book about the economics of coronavirus in a month
  41. Yes, we're too dependent on China, but changing that is easier said than done
  42. Review of COVID restrictions brought forward, as government urges COVIDSafe download
  43. why you're having more vivid dreams during the pandemic
  44. If COVID-19 is a national emergency, can the federal government take control of schools?
  45. No wonder isolation's so tiring. All those extra, tiny decisions are taxing our brains
  46. the dangers facing Australian police in the line of duty
  47. While we wait for a coronavirus vaccine, eating well, exercising and managing stress can boost your immune system
  48. Michelle Grattan on the Eden-Monaro by-election, the success of the coronavirus app, and Australia-China relations
  49. Dying old, dying young – death and ageism in the times of Greek myth and coronavirus
  50. Cook commemorations are mute on intimate encounters and their profound impact on Indigenous women

Business News

How Telematics Helps Australian Companies Improve Productivity

Operating a commercial fleet in Australia is a uniquely demanding endeavour. Between the sprawling urban sprawl of cities like Sydney and Melbourne and the immense, unforgiving stretches of the Outb...

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Inside the Icon: The BridgeMuseum Officially Opens at the Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bold new way to experience one of Australia’s most recognisable landmarks has arrived, with BridgeClimb Sydney officially opening the all-new BridgeMuseum.  Located inside the Sydney Harbour Bridge...

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

The New Front Door Nobody Told You About Something changed. Quietly. Without a press release. The way buyers find businesses in Australia has been rewired. Not replaced, rewired. Google isn't dead...

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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The Daily Magazine

Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...

What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...

Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

Academic expectations continue increasing for students across primary school, high school, and senio...

Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

The real question is not whether solar works in Melbourne. It works. The question is what it is co...

How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

Developing the ability to plan, execute, and deliver outcomes efficiently is a key requirement in to...

How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

Choosing a football may seem straightforward, but the right option depends on who will be using it a...

What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

Managing emotional health is just as important as physical care when it comes to pets, which is why ...