Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

Some sharks have declined by 92% in the past half-century off Queensland's coast

  • Written by: George Roff, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, The University of Queensland
Some sharks have declined by 92% in the past half-century off Queensland's coastScalloped hammerhead entangled in a Queensland shark control net at Magnetic Island, Townsville.Courtesy of Nicole McLachlan

There has been a striking decline in the number of large sharks caught off Queensland’s coast over the past 50 years, suggesting that populations have declined dramatically.

Our study, published today in the journal...

Read more …

How to narrow the gap between Ardern's foreign policy aspirations and domestic debate

  • Written by: Nina Hall, Assistant Professor of International Relations, Johns Hopkins University
How to narrow the gap between Ardern's foreign policy aspirations and domestic debateNew Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has called for more kindness in politics. AAP/Mick Tsikas, CC BY-ND

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern stands out on the international stage. In an era of poisonous xenophobia and mean-spirited rhetoric, she has called for more compassion and kindness in politics and has stressed the importance of...

Read more …

It's not so easy to gain the true measure of things

  • Written by: Cris Brack, Associate professor in forest measurement and management, Australian National University
It's not so easy to gain the true measure of thingsSome things are just tricky to measure.Flickr/Patty O'Hearn Kickham, CC BY

I teach measurement – the quantification of things. Some people think this is the most objective of the sciences; just numbers and observations, or what many people call objective facts.

Lord Kelvin, a famous British scientist, said:

When you can measure what you are...

Read more …

How people seeking asylum in Australia access higher education, and the enormous barriers they face

  • Written by: Lisa Hartley, Senior Lecturer, Centre for Human Rights Education, Curtin University
How people seeking asylum in Australia access higher education, and the enormous barriers they faceThere are about 30,000 refugees in Australia, and just over 200 of them have been able to study at a university.www.shutterstock.com

Accessing higher education is critical for many people seeking asylum. It’s not simply a means of acquiring the qualifications and skills necessary for employment. It’s also essential to living a...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Morrison’s health handout is bad policy (but might be good politics)
  2. back to Moore River and finding family
  3. Our cities fall short on sustainability, but planning innovations offer local solutions
  4. No, Joe, America should not be copying Australia's 'asset recycling' misdirection
  5. Monday's MYEFO will look good, but it will set the budget up for awful trouble down the track
  6. Unions likely to be more challenging for a Shorten government than boats
  7. one poses challenges for digital media; the other gives ABC and SBS a clean bill of health
  8. Many people have a hard time swallowing. Help them to 'eat, drink and be merry' this Christmas
  9. The proposed National Integrity Commission is a watered-down version of a federal ICAC
  10. In long-awaited response to Ruddock review, the government pushes hard on religious freedom
  11. Why cutting Australia's migrant intake would do more harm than good, at least for the next decade
  12. The suburbs are the spiritual home of overconsumption. But they also hold the key to a better future
  13. how to spot 2018's interplanetary bauble
  14. Government agrees to national anti-corruption body – with strict limits
  15. Morrison wants Religious Discrimination Act passed before election
  16. The Conversation Stakeholder Report 2018
  17. Can (and should) a doctor tell my biological relative my genetic results without my consent?
  18. How a proposed new bill would make it easier to strip Australian citizenship
  19. We can't know the future cost of climate change. Let's focus on the cost of avoiding it instead
  20. The small patch of bush over your back fence might be key to a species’ survival
  21. Cut the pension, boost Newstart. What our algorithm says is the best way to get value for our welfare dollars
  22. a little less Britpopulism, a little more Eurovision please
  23. Poor health in Aboriginal children after European colonisation revealed in their skeletal remains
  24. Australia's problem with Aboriginal World Heritage
  25. ABC and SBS are not distorting media market, government inquiry finds
  26. Anthony Albanese on Labor's road ahead
  27. Three things high school graduates should keep in mind when they have their ATARs
  28. Ten essential reads to catch up on Australian Space Agency news
  29. Your drinking water could be saltier than you think (even if you live in a capital)
  30. Time Magazine's Person of the Year recognises the global assault on journalism
  31. An opt-out system isn't the solution to Australia's low rate of organ donation
  32. What the Victorian government's decision not to sign on to the Gonski reforms means for schools in the new year
  33. Alex Seton's stark, moving protest sculptures carved from marble
  34. How does the Moon, being so far away, affect the tides on Earth?
  35. How cinema's new Aquaman draws on the mythology of ancient sea gods
  36. Not wiped out. Why Whyalla, of all places, now has a sustainable future
  37. What's the most value for money way to tackle obesity? Increase taxes on alcohol
  38. Law and order is no get-out-of-jail card for floundering politicians
  39. Morrison government promises $1.25 billion for health care
  40. 'Designer' babies won't be common anytime soon – despite recent CRISPR twins
  41. Victorian upper house greatly distorted by group voting tickets; federal Labor still dominant in Newspoll
  42. why is Australia adopting the global refugee compact but not the migration compact?
  43. ACCC wants to curb digital platform power – but enforcement is tricky
  44. Will the new Mary Poppins film acknowledge the suffragettes' success?
  45. How much physical activity should teenagers do, and how can they get enough?
  46. The off-topic Conversation #171
  47. ADHD prescriptions are going up, but that doesn't mean we're over-medicating
  48. Huawei executive's arrest will further test an already shaky US-China relationship
  49. Digital platforms. Why the ACCC's proposals for Google and Facebook matter big time
  50. How physical activity in Australian schools can help prevent depression in young people

Business News

How Immigration Lawyers Can Help

Introduction Visa decisions can shape employment, family life, study plans, travel, and future residence. A small omission can lead to delay, added expense, or refusal. Immigration lawyers assess l...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

Many industrial processes require moisture to be removed from compressed air, products or process materials before they move to the next stage. Excess moisture can affect equipment performance, produc...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

Effective communication helps teams stay organised, share ideas and keep track of important information. While digital tools are now common in many workplaces, a whiteboard continues to provide a simp...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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 ...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Daily Magazine

How Long Does Interstate Freight Take in Australia?

If you have ever arranged for stock, equipment or materials to travel from one Australian state to a...

How AEC Firms Can Scale Faster Without Sacrificing Project Quality

Growth presents a fundamental dilemma for architecture, engineering, and construction firms: expan...

What Makes an Aesthetic Clinic Worth Going Back To?

Trying an aesthetic clinic for the first time can feel like a bit of a gamble. You can read review...

Elevate Your Morning Routine with Cafe-Style Coffee at Home with the Right Coffee Machine

There's something magical about that first sip of coffee in the morning. It’s more than just a bev...

Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

NDIS support coordination explained means understanding how a professional can help participants n...

When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

Divorce involves more than completing an online application. It can affect parenting arrangements, p...