Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

ABC Board Chair over-reaches in a bid to appease hostile government

  • Written by: Andrew Linden, Sessional Lecturer, PhD (Management) Candidate, School of Management, RMIT University

Update: Justin Milne has now resigned as chair of the ABC board.


Reports of the contents of leaked emails written by ABC Board Chair Justin Milne provide a powerful insight into how governments of the day can exert influence over what parliament had intended to be an independent agency.

The emails have emerged in the wake of the ABC board’s...

Read more …

Why a separate holiday for Indigenous Australians misses the point

  • Written by: Dominic O'Sullivan, Associate Professor of Political Science, Charles Sturt University
Why a separate holiday for Indigenous Australians misses the pointInvasion Day protests have been growing in size and number across the country in recent years.Glenn Hunt/AAP

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has floated the idea of a new national holiday to recognise the achievements of Indigenous Australians. The proposal is a pre-emptive strike against what he called the “indulgent self-loathing” of...

Read more …

Why AFL commentary works the same way as Iron Age epic poetry

  • Written by: Erin Sebo, Lecturer in Medieval Literature, Flinders University
Erin Sabo reads from the epic poem Beowulf in Old English. Erin Sabo257 KB(download)

The clip above is English, more or less, as it was for the first half millennium of its existence. Although it sounds alien, the basic vocabulary is familiar. Except for the odd rune, like “þ” (which equals “th”), to...

Read more …

Full response from Pauline Hanson for a FactCheck on English language proficiency in Australia

  • Written by: Lucinda Beaman, FactCheck Editor

In a Senate speech, Pauline Hanson said “a growing number of people in Australia cannot speak English well or at all, over a million people”.

In response to The Conversation’s request for sources and comment for inclusion in this FactCheck, an advisor to Senator Hanson sent the following:

Full response from Pauline Hanson for a FactCheck on English language proficiency in AustraliaTable provided by the office of Senator...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. do 'over a million' people in Australia not speak English 'well or at all'?
  2. Life as an older renter, and what it tells us about the urgent need for tenancy reform
  3. We must strengthen, not weaken, environmental protections during drought – or face irreversible loss
  4. Growers are in a jam now, but strawberry sabotage may well end up helping the industry
  5. Unexpected find from a neutron star forces a rethink on radio jets
  6. Government sets up inquiry into embattled ABC chairman's email
  7. Brendan O'Connor on Labor's industrial relations agenda
  8. There is nothing sacrosanct about corporate culture; we can and must regulate it
  9. Clementine Ford reveals the fragility behind 'toxic masculinity' in Boys Will Be Boys
  10. why priests should be made to report child abuse revealed in confession
  11. Why malnutrition is an issue for more than half of patients in intensive care
  12. how to comfort a child whose sibling has died
  13. Guardian dogs, fencing, and 'fladry' protect livestock from carnivores
  14. One reason people install smart home tech is to show off to their friends
  15. Accurate. Objective. Transparent. Australians identify what they want in trustworthy media
  16. Hiding 'grannycams' in aged care facilities is legally and ethically murky
  17. The risks of a new Cold War between the US and China are real: here's why
  18. Study of 1.6 million grades shows little gender difference in maths and science at school
  19. New colour change wristbands help you balance too much sun vs not enough – no matter your skin tone
  20. What causes schizophrenia? What we know, don't know and suspect
  21. Why trackless trams are ready to replace light rail
  22. How did the fish cross the road? Our invention helps them get to the other side of a culvert
  23. Mandela My Life is a welcome tribute to a hero, but avoids difficult questions
  24. Battle won. Our budget woes are behind us
  25. Antarctica's 'moss forests' are drying and dying
  26. Labor drops in Newspoll but still has large lead; NSW ReachTEL poll tied 50-50
  27. Budget deficit comes in at $10.1 billion, in boost for early return to surplus
  28. Economic growth and 'Trump-proofing' – why the latest inter-Korea summit matters
  29. Everything he does, he does it for us. Why Bryan Adams is on to something important about copyright
  30. Aged care failures show how little we value older people – and those who care for them
  31. An open letter on rental housing reform
  32. Despite her good intentions, Michelle Guthrie was never the right fit for the ABC
  33. The NT is putting a minimum floor price on alcohol, because evidence shows this works to reduce harm
  34. When falling home ownership and ageing baby boomers collide
  35. Art and science come together to examine the power and perversions of perfection
  36. Automated vehicles may encourage a new breed of distracted drivers
  37. Privatising WestConnex is the biggest waste of public funds for corporate gain in Australian history
  38. ABC boss Michelle Guthrie sacked, but the board won’t say why
  39. Why the increased penalties for strawberry sabotage will do little to prevent the crime
  40. It's better light, not worse behaviour, that explains crimes on a full moon
  41. How to (gently) get your child to brush their teeth
  42. she failed to back the journalists
  43. Australia has the wealth to ensure a sustainable future, but too many people are being left behind
  44. 1980s Berlin comes to life in Welcome the Bright World's quest for 'truth'
  45. Public schools losing out in political power plays
  46. ABC board sacks managing director Michelle Guthrie
  47. one year of phenomenal success for Fortnite
  48. What the stoush between the federal government and the CFMMEU is really about (spoiler: there's an election coming)
  49. Australia's residential aged care facilities are getting bigger and less home-like
  50. Cuts and restructures send alarm through South Australia's arts sector

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

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...

How to Choose a Reliable Hot Water System Installer on the Gold Coast

Choosing a reliable installer is just as important as choosing the right hot water system. A qualifi...

How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

Digital promotion has become increasingly complex. Businesses communicate with customers through w...

Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...