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Dressing up for Melbourne Cup Day, from a racehorse point of view

  • Written by: Paul McGreevy, Professor of Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Science, University of Sydney

Melbourne Cup is upon us and racegoers will dress in their finest, with prizes awarded for the smartest fashions on the field.

Just like the punters, the equine stars of the track may also be wearing a range of gear in the hope of gaining a winning edge.

Racing Australia’s list of approved gear covers more than 100 items that can be used in...

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The great movie scenes: The Matrix and bullet-time

  • Written by: Bruce Isaacs, Senior Lecturer in Film Studies, University of Sydney
The great movie scenes: The Matrix and bullet-timeStill from 'The Matrix', 1999

What makes a film a classic? In this video series, film scholar Bruce Isaacs looks at a classic film and analyses its brilliance.

The Matrix, 1999.

Most films represent the world as we know and perceive it. Even when portraying alien worlds or super heroes, there are certain rules of perception that films adhere to....

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Better data would help crack the drought insurance problem

  • Written by: Neal Hughes, Senior Economist, Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES)

While drought policy raises many complex emotional, political and policy issues, it can be helpful to think of it as an insurance problem: how can we best help farmers manage climate risk?

Read more: Helping farmers in distress doesn't help them be the best: the drought relief dilemma

Drought insurance has been a long-standing goal and...

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Bullying and harassment of health workers endangers patient safety

  • Written by: Johanna Westbrook, Professor of Health Informatics and Patient Safety, Macquarie University
Bullying and harassment of health workers endangers patient safetyBullying in the medical profession not only affects staff, but also places patients in danger.From shutterstock.com

Bullying, harassment and other unprofessional behaviours are culturally ingrained in the Australian health-care system.

As we outline today in the Medical Journal of Australia, between one-quarter and half of doctors and nurses in...

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  1. how the pension and super could leave you behind
  2. Stringybark is tough as boots (and gave us the word 'Eucalyptus')
  3. How our red blood cells keep evolving to fight malaria
  4. The Uncomformity festival embraces the power and peculiarity of Tasmania's wild west
  5. Michelle Grattan on Turnbull and Morrison, Shorten's bank idea, and children off Nauru
  6. There's a reason your child wants to read the same book over and over again
  7. How Eurasia's Tianshan mountains set a stage that changed the world
  8. As she prepares to leave politics, Germany's Angela Merkel has left her mark at home and abroad
  9. Anne Summers' new memoir and the bitter struggle over memory narratives of feminism
  10. Australia has eliminated rubella – but that doesn't mean it can't come back
  11. how speculative fiction gained literary respectability
  12. Five projects that are harnessing big data for good
  13. Making developments green doesn’t help with inequality
  14. States and territories have improved integrity measures, but Commonwealth lags far behind
  15. New Caledonia's independence referendum, and how it could impact the region
  16. Seagrass, protector of shipwrecks and buried treasure
  17. Now Malcolm Turnbull is the sniper at the window
  18. What does the future newsroom look like?
  19. Anne Summers on #MeToo and women in politics
  20. Earth’s wilderness is vanishing, and just a handful of nations can save it
  21. Tick-tock – for healthy mums and kids, dad’s age counts
  22. Abolish stamp duty. The ACT shows the rest of us how to tax property
  23. how using everyday items for play benefits kids
  24. To tackle inequality, we must start in the labour market
  25. What are ‘decodable readers’ and do they work?
  26. Phubbing (phone snubbing) happens more in the bedroom than when socialising with friends
  27. Why are unions so unhappy? An economic explanation of the Change the Rules campaign
  28. After a deadly month for domestic violence, the message doesn't appear to be getting through
  29. Cricket Australia's culture problem is it still doesn't think fans are stakeholders in the game
  30. Ideas of home and ownership in Australia might explain the neglect of renters’ rights
  31. State governments can transform Australia’s energy policy from major fail to reliable success
  32. Your poo is (mostly) alive. Here's what's in it
  33. How new spinal injury treatments help some people to walk again
  34. What teeth can tell about the lives and environments of ancient humans and Neanderthals
  35. Facebook delivers traffic but no money for news media
  36. the protest songs of New Caledonia's independence referendum
  37. While I Was Waiting captures the tragedy of the Syrian civil war in Damascus
  38. what any country can and can't do in Antarctica, in the name of science
  39. Traditional culture may help Indigenous households manage money better
  40. Food fraud, the centuries-old problem that won't go away
  41. I have an exam tomorrow but don't feel prepared – what should I do?
  42. National interest test for research grants could further erode pure research
  43. which human uses are OK for protected areas?
  44. To make housing more affordable this is what state governments need to do
  45. If a star explodes, will it destroy Earth?
  46. We need better jury directions to ensure justice is done
  47. How Mirka and Georges Mora fled the Holocaust and created bohemia across the world
  48. 'Everybody Lies' author Seth Stephens-Davidowitz on why we tell the (sometimes disturbing) truth online
  49. Russia is a rising military power in the Asia-Pacific, and Australia needs to take it seriously
  50. India unveils the world's tallest statue, celebrating development at the cost of the environment

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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...

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Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

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What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

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Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

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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

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