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We've had a taste of disrupted food supplies – here are 5 ways we can avoid a repeat

  • Written by: Kimberley Reis, Lecturer, School of Environment and Science, Griffith University, Griffith University
We've had a taste of disrupted food supplies – here are 5 ways we can avoid a repeatThe Bread Famine and the Pawnbroker, Brothers Lesueur (18th century)

When our reliance on supermarkets is seriously disrupted – for example, by spikes in demand due to panic buying or the flooding of distribution centres – we are left with few alternatives. Supermarkets are central to our everyday lives, but they have also become...

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These 4 diets are trending. We looked at the science (or lack of it) behind each one

  • Written by: Clare Collins, Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
These 4 diets are trending. We looked at the science (or lack of it) behind each oneThought Catalog/Unsplash

Diets claiming you’ll lose a huge amount of weight in next to no time pop up on social media relentlessly.

When a new diet promises dramatic results with little effort, or sells miraculous pills, potions or supplements guaranteed to melt body fat or speed a up sluggish metabolism – with testimonials touting...

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Yes Prime Minister... Dan Tehan withdraws his attack on Daniel Andrews' leadership

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

Scott Morrison was on the ball – and quickly on the phone. Hardly had education minister Dan Tehan finished giving Victorian premier Daniel Andrews a bollocking on the ABC’s Insiders than he received a call from the PM.

The Conversation understands that in his exchange with his leader, the minister’s tone was apologetic.

Not too...

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How I wrote and published a book about the economics of coronavirus in a month

  • Written by: Joshua Gans, Professor of Strategic Management, University of Toronto
How I wrote and published a book about the economics of coronavirus in a monthShutterstockHow I wrote and published a book about the economics of coronavirus in a monthJust out.MIT Press First Reads

I just published a book, Economics in the Age of COVID-19.

It was written over the last month or so, peer-reviewed, edited and released by MIT Press.

This is the thoroughly-2020 story of how it happened.

Like many academics who entered our present period of isolation in mid-March, I was not at all concerned...

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  1. Yes, we're too dependent on China, but changing that is easier said than done
  2. Review of COVID restrictions brought forward, as government urges COVIDSafe download
  3. why you're having more vivid dreams during the pandemic
  4. If COVID-19 is a national emergency, can the federal government take control of schools?
  5. No wonder isolation's so tiring. All those extra, tiny decisions are taxing our brains
  6. the dangers facing Australian police in the line of duty
  7. While we wait for a coronavirus vaccine, eating well, exercising and managing stress can boost your immune system
  8. Michelle Grattan on the Eden-Monaro by-election, the success of the coronavirus app, and Australia-China relations
  9. Dying old, dying young – death and ageism in the times of Greek myth and coronavirus
  10. Cook commemorations are mute on intimate encounters and their profound impact on Indigenous women
  11. Why the Reserve Bank should fund super funds during the COVID-19 crisis
  12. have people ever seen a colossal squid?
  13. Religious groups are embracing technology during the lockdown, but can it replace human connection?
  14. What is sentinel surveillance and how might it help in the fight against coronavirus?
  15. seeing sex in Portrait of a Lady on Fire
  16. The evidence that lockdowns work may not be gold standard, but it's good
  17. Disasters expose gaps in emergency services' social media use
  18. Sending children back to school during coronavirus has human rights implications
  19. grief and things of stone, wood and wool
  20. Want an economic tonic, Mr Morrison? Use that stimulus money to turbocharge renewables
  21. Australia's links with China must change, but decoupling is not an option
  22. New roadmap gives Australia two paths out of COVID-19 lockdown: elimination or adaptation
  23. People with coronavirus are at risk of blood clots and strokes. Here's what we know so far
  24. Can the government defy history and return Eden-Monaro to 'bellwether' status?
  25. Is remdesivir a miracle drug to cure coronavirus? Don't get your hopes up yet
  26. it's an intriguing but unproven link
  27. We need to flatten the 'other' coronavirus curve, our looming mental health crisis
  28. No, Aussie bats won’t give you COVID-19. We rely on them more than you think
  29. Vale Robert May, the legendary scientist who helped us understand ecosystems, chaos theory and even pandemics
  30. The COVIDSafe app was just one contact tracing option. These alternatives guarantee more privacy
  31. Virtual hackathons can help you solve coronavirus problems without leaving your home
  32. COVID lockdowns have human costs as well as benefits. It's time to consider both
  33. Australia has long valued an outer space shared by all. Mining profits could change this
  34. Need help selling the COVIDSafe app? Call a behavioural economist
  35. how nations that moved fast against COVID-19 avoided disaster
  36. a look inside the dismal living conditions of migrant workers
  37. Say hello to the 'crazy beast' mammal who lived among the dinosaurs
  38. Air quality near busy Australian roads up to 10 times worse than official figures
  39. Playing Pandemic - the hit board game about the very thing we're trying to avoid
  40. how coronavirus will change the way we work together
  41. Should I drop my private health insurance during the pandemic?
  42. That estimate of 6.6 million Australians on JobKeeper, it tells us how it can be improved
  43. Katy Gallagher on the Senate's coronavirus watchdog
  44. Can't go outside? Even seeing nature on a screen can improve your mood
  45. why can't people hear in their sleep?
  46. How will the class of COVID-19 get into university? Using year 11 results is only part of the answer
  47. Mobile phones are covered in germs. Disinfecting them daily could help stop diseases spreading
  48. 250 years since Captain Cook landed in Australia, it's time to acknowledge the violence of first encounters
  49. how Captain Cook blundered his first impression with Indigenous people
  50. teachers say they lack confidence to teach Indigenous perspectives

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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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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 ...