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How the open banking API could transform financial services to benefit consumers

  • Written by: Grace Borsellino, Lecturer in Corporate Law and Governance, Western Sydney University
How the open banking API could transform financial services to benefit consumersFinTech is rapidly growing, both in Australia and internationally.Shutterstock

Until recently, the idea of waiting a day or two for a bank transfer to reach your account was normal, however consumers are starting to demand immediate and seamless payment alternatives. With upcoming developments in the Australian financial services sector, we should...

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One in four Australians are lonely, which affects their physical and mental health

  • Written by: Michelle H Lim, Senior Lecturer and Clinical Psychologist, Swinburne University of Technology
One in four Australians are lonely, which affects their physical and mental healthYounger Australians struggle more with loneliness than older generations.Toa Heftiba

One in four Australians are lonely, our new report has found, and it’s not just a problem among older Australians – it affects both genders and almost all age groups.

The Australian Loneliness Report, released today by my colleagues and I at the Australi...

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Before replacing a carer with a robot, we need to assess the pros and cons

  • Written by: Helen Dickinson, Associate Professor, Public Service Research Group, UNSW
Before replacing a carer with a robot, we need to assess the pros and consA number of Australian nursing homes use Paro, a therapeutic robot that looks and sounds like a baby harp seal, to interact with residents with dementia.Angela Ostafichuk/Shutterstock

If you have seen science fiction television series such as Humans or Westworld, you might be imagining a near future where intelligent, humanoid robots play an...

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Chris Ho and Edgar Liu about diversity and high density in our cities

  • Written by: Dallas Rogers, Program Director, Master of Urbanism, School of Architecture, Design and Planning, University of Sydney
Chris Ho and Edgar Liu about diversity and high density in our citiesWe can make conscious decisions about how we live together in closer proximity that allow for both cultural diversity and a shared sense of community. Ján Jakub Naništa/Unsplash

This is a podcast discussing topics raised in our series, Australian Cities in the Asian Century. These articles draw on research, just published in a special...

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  1. Why we distrust the consumer price index
  2. If Australia cares about Pacific nations, we should also invest in their care givers
  3. Turnbull tells Liberals to answer that unanswerable question
  4. How to keep slave-caught seafood off your plate
  5. how massive solar eruptions 'probably' detonated dozens of US sea mines
  6. why atrocity tourism is neither new nor weird
  7. What it means when scientists say their results are 'significant'
  8. is the world's oldest rock art in Southeast Asia?
  9. Little Women at 150 and the patriarch who shaped the book's tone
  10. Learning music early can make your child a better reader
  11. The Google walkout is a watershed moment in 21st century labour activism
  12. why many are using painkillers for emotional relief
  13. Who wins and who loses when platforms like Airbnb disrupt housing? And how do you regulate it?
  14. Morrison to unveil broad suite of measures to boost Australia's influence in the Pacific
  15. Democrats take House at US midterm elections, but Republicans keep Senate; Labor well ahead in Victoria
  16. Andrew Giles on the growing issue of loneliness
  17. It's not quite a 'red wave', but the US midterms show the power of Trump's divisive messages
  18. Will the arrival of El Niño mean fewer mosquitoes this summer?
  19. No butts – it’s time to help people with mental health conditions quit smoking
  20. Why Scott Morrison's white, male music playlists matter
  21. Let's not focus on graduate incomes when assessing the worth of education
  22. Morrison and Shorten reveal their positions on key foreign policy questions
  23. Are there living things on different galaxies?
  24. Why we should worry less about retirement
  25. If we're serious about supporting working families, here are three policies we need to enact now
  26. 69 pharmaceuticals found in invertebrates living in Melbourne's streams
  27. Chinese migrants follow and add to Australian city dwellers' giant ecological footprints
  28. David Malouf's An Open Book is poetry to sit with
  29. The curious case of the missing workplace teaspoons
  30. How we wiped out the invasive African big-headed ant from Lord Howe Island
  31. quetiapine, the antipsychotic 'sleeping pill' linked to overdoses
  32. who really owns the name and the knowledge
  33. Why do vegans have such bad reputations?
  34. are light dairy products better?
  35. Where are Chinese migrants choosing to settle in Australia? Look to the suburbs
  36. the earliest European image of Aboriginal Australians
  37. sports stadiums should benefit everyone, not just fans
  38. Initiative Q is not the new Bitcoin, but here’s why the idea has value
  39. Curious Kids: How do we smell?
  40. representation of Australian, New Zealand and Sudan born people in Victorian crime statistics
  41. Katter waves Section 44 stick in a 'notice North Queensland' moment
  42. How to beat exam stress
  43. New Caledonia votes to stay with France this time, but independence supporters take heart
  44. Sutra brings a state of grace to the stage
  45. Book: In the name of security
  46. Tinkering can achieve a lot. Politics isn't broken
  47. does Victoria have Australia's highest rate of crime?
  48. How to tackle NZ's teacher shortage and better reflect student diversity
  49. Some diseases, like mine, deteriorate rapidly – disability services need to keep up
  50. Why do people grow to certain sizes?

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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...

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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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The strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

As Australian healthcare providers grapple with unprecedented operational bottlenecks, a new nearshore model is quietly transforming patient care delivery. Forward-thinking organisations,  including...

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Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

In today’s competitive logistics and supply chain industry, businesses are constantly looking for ways to reduce operational costs without compromising efficiency and reliability. One of the most prac...

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How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

The growth of e-commerce and modern retail has transformed customer expectations. Consumers now expect fast shipping, accurate order processing, and seamless delivery experiences regardless of where...

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Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

Reducing business costs doesn’t always mean cutting staff, shrinking services or making the workplace feel bare-bones. In many cases, the smarter savings are hiding in everyday operations: the light...

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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

Leadership has a direct impact on organisational performance, employee engagement, strategic growth, and long-term success. Businesses operating in increasingly competitive environments require experi...

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Why A WooCommerce Website Designer Matters For Online Growth

Running an online store today requires more than simply listing products and waiting for customers to arrive. Businesses need a website that is fast, reliable, easy to navigate, and designed to suppor...

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DIY Rodent Control Vs Professional Help: When Is It Time To Call The Experts?

Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

Lighting Shop in Perth: How The Right Lighting Can Transform Your Home And Business

The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...

Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...

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...