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China's economic interest in the Pacific comes with strings attached

  • Written by: John Garrick, Senior Lecturer, Business Law, Charles Darwin University
China's economic interest in the Pacific comes with strings attachedRed star rising: China has clear strategic designs on the Pacific Islands region.Shutterstock

China’s economic expansion into the Pacific Islands region raises critical questions for both the islands and Australia. What happens if infrastructure loans by Chinese banks and authorised state enterprises to vulnerable Pacific Island nations...

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Government raises glimmer of hope for New Zealand deal on refugees

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

The Morrison government has sent qualified signals that it might agree to some refugees from Nauru being settled in New Zealand.

It says it would be “more likely” to support the New Zealand option if Labor agreed to pass legislation to stop these people then being able to reach Australia by the back door, via the free travel...

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How the government's plan to oppose Hanson's motion became a vote to support it

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

For Mathias Cormann, 2018 has been the annus horribilis. After emerging badly bruised from the leadership crisis, on Tuesday he took responsibility for the disastrous snafu over Pauline Hanson’s “It is OK to be white” motion.

The government blames its voting on Monday in support of the motion on an “administrative”...

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Remembering Sidney Jeffryes and the darker side of our tales of Antarctic heroism

  • Written by: Elizabeth Leane, Associate Professor of English and ARC Future Fellow, University of Tasmania
Remembering Sidney Jeffryes and the darker side of our tales of Antarctic heroismThe Aurora lying at anchor in Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica in 1913.National Library of Australia

Antarctica is famous for its survival stories, but one of the most compelling has languished in the shadows for over a century. An unmarked grave in the public cemetery at Ararat has been the resting place of Sidney Jeffryes, the remarkable radio...

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  1. artwork by an algorithm is up for auction, so does that mean AI is now creative?
  2. Green light for Tasmanian wilderness tourism development defied expert advice
  3. How catching malaria gave me a new perspective on saving gorillas
  4. The off-topic Conversation #169
  5. Fifty years later, Peter Norman's heroic Olympic stand is finally being recognised at home
  6. There's no argument or support for allowing schools to discriminate against LGBTIQ teachers
  7. New autism guidelines aim to improve diagnostics and access to services
  8. Australian study reveals the dangers of 'toxic masculinity' to men and those around them
  9. Morrison government courts controversy on Jerusalem ahead of Wentworth byelection
  10. Yes, a tsunami could hit Sydney – causing flooding and dangerous currents
  11. How the Australian government is failing on countering violent extremism
  12. should we use food as a reward for kids?
  13. Does your child struggle with spelling? This might help
  14. now it's younger Australians moving out of the big cities
  15. Modern Art from The Hermitage showcases the French gems of two great merchant collectors
  16. How biomethane can help turn gas into a renewable energy source
  17. The Senate is set to approve it, but what exactly is the Trans Pacific Partnership?
  18. Conservatives may come to regret stirring hornets' nest of religious freedom
  19. Turnbull did not suggest ABC sack journalists: report
  20. Australians care about animals – but we don't buy ethical meat
  21. For the sake of our retirement savings, it's time to reform the investment management boys' club
  22. A new take on An Enemy of the People fizzes with contemporary relevance
  23. the new eugenics is the same as the old, just in fancier clothes
  24. Labor slips in Newspoll, but gains in Ipsos, in Wentworth and in Victoria
  25. VR technology gives new meaning to ‘holidaying at home’. But is it really a substitute for travel?
  26. Local film and TV content makes up just 1.6% of Netflix’s Australian catalogue
  27. gene therapy is still in its infancy but the future looks promising
  28. Big firms voice lack of faith in 'cumbersome' and 'impractical' Emissions Reduction Fund
  29. All eyes on November's G20 meeting as tensions between China and the US ratchet up
  30. Four fundamental principles for upholding freedom of speech on campus
  31. why do some dogs get ‘snow nose’ in winter?
  32. Is it time to move beyond the limits of 'built environment' thinking?
  33. Coalition trails 47-53% in Newspoll, as Ipsos finds 74% oppose law discriminating against gay students and teachers
  34. We need to know more about charities to be sure they are helping their cause, not themselves
  35. Leek orchids are beautiful, endangered and we have no idea how to grow them
  36. Michelle Grattan on the contest in Wentworth, the Religious Freedom report leak and fast-tracking tax cuts
  37. Australia's screen industry is letting down carers
  38. Five in a row - the planets align in the night sky
  39. World politics explainer: the Russian revolution
  40. You may not like reality TV but How 'Mad' Are You? rightly tests our assumptions about mental illness
  41. Farmers' climate denial begins to wane as reality bites
  42. Focusing on people at 'high risk' of suicide has failed as a suicide prevention strategy
  43. On gender and sexuality, Scott Morrison's 'blind spot' may come from reading the Bible too literally
  44. where are the female academics on film?
  45. Newsflash. For most, energy remains affordable
  46. Archaeology can help us prepare for climates ahead – not just look back
  47. we have to start creating our low-carbon future today
  48. Amazon has lifted its wages, but the implications aren't as good as you might think
  49. Malcolm Turnbull is gone but son Alex keeps the climate faith
  50. We need more carbon in our soil to help Australian farmers through the drought

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

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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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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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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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