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Influence in Australian politics needs an urgent overhaul – here's how to do it

  • Written by: Kate Griffiths, Senior Associate, Grattan Institute
Influence in Australian politics needs an urgent overhaul – here's how to do itTransparency isn't a silver bullet, but increasing it would go some way to changing the secrecy around who has access – and how much – to the government of the day.AAP/Lukas Coch

Public policy should be made for all Australians – not just those with the resources or connections to lobby and influence politicians. And mostly it is....

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Grass trees aren't a grass (and they're not trees)

  • Written by: John Patykowski, Plant ecologist, Deakin University
Grass trees aren't a grass (and they're not trees)Xanthorrhoea have no real trunk – just tightly packed leaves. CC BY-SA

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Grass trees (genus Xanthorrhoea) look like they were imagined by Dr Seuss. An unmistakable tuft of wiry, grass-like leaves atop a blackened,...

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Peter Grimes is a thrilling and moving staging of the great English opera

  • Written by: Trevor Jones, Lecturer in Musical Theatre, Griffith University
Peter Grimes is a thrilling and moving staging of the great English operaStuart Skelton in the title role of Peter Grimes.Brisbane Festival

Review: Peter Grimes, Brisbane Festival


Peter Grimes, one of the centrepiece events of this year’s Brisbane Festival, is a remarkable collaboration between the festival, Opera Queensland, Philip Bacon AM, the Queensland Performing Arts Centre and the Queensland Symphony...

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Michelle Grattan on strawberries, Sudmalis, schools, and the au pair affair

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

Michelle Grattan speaks with University of Canberra Vice-Chancellor Deep Saini about the week in politics. They discuss rushed legislation on strawberry contamination, the Liberals continued women problem with Ann Sudmalis’ announcement she won’t recontest her seat, the government’s new funding package on schools, and Peter...

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  1. Super. If Labor really wanted to help women in retirement, it would do something else
  2. Is it time for Australia to be more open about research involving animals?
  3. If privacy is increasing for My Health Record data, it should apply to all medical records
  4. New laws help juries understand why victims of sexual violence struggle to recall their assaults
  5. why Catholic primary school parents can afford to pay more
  6. Quotas are not pretty but they work – Liberal women should insist on them
  7. Why does English have so many different spelling rules?
  8. the GFC and me. Ten years on, what have we learned?
  9. what do we want to be when we grow up?
  10. What makes you a man or a woman? Geneticist Jenny Graves explains
  11. The backflip over Sydney's marine park is a defiance of science
  12. Can e-scooters solve the 'last mile' problem? They'll need to avoid the fate of dockless bikes
  13. Planned trade deal with Europe could keep medicine prices too high
  14. Morrison aims to make agility his prime ministerial trademark
  15. Aboriginal people lived in Australia's desert interior 50,000 years ago, earlier than first thought
  16. Desal plants might do less damage to marine environments than we thought
  17. En Masse is an arresting fusion of circus, dance and classical music
  18. 160 years of Māori monarchy
  19. Government unfurls $4.6 billion private schools package, calming Catholic critics
  20. We won't fix female super until we fix female pay, but Labor's ideas are a start
  21. We've had 20 aged care reviews in 20 years – will the royal commission be any different?
  22. How the law failed three children and their families in the Bowraville murder case
  23. two neat ways to get young minds thinking this school holiday season
  24. why the full story of Murdoch, Stokes and the Liberal leadership spill needs to be told
  25. The off-topic Conversation #168
  26. The shocking truth about insurance. We pick bad policies even with good information
  27. The Australian war film Jirga is a lesson in Afghan forgiveness
  28. how our leaders work hard at being 'ordinary'
  29. We've cracked the cane toad genome, and that could help put the brakes on its invasion
  30. A community fix for the affordable housing crisis
  31. Your Apple Watch can now record your ECG – but what does that mean and can you trust it?
  32. 'Walking into a headwind' – what it feels like for women building science careers
  33. Dutton back in spotlight after split Senate report on au pair affair
  34. Mother's Ruin is a stellar, gin-soaked cabaret
  35. How our residential aged-care system doesn't care about older people's emotional needs
  36. As we celebrate the rediscovery of the Endeavour let's acknowledge its complicated legacy
  37. what are copycat crimes and who commits them?
  38. On the Serena Williams cartoon -- and how the UK phone hacking scandal led to a media crackdown in South Africa
  39. how ASIC is trying to make corporate misconduct hurt
  40. how dolphins learn to work together for rewards
  41. Why New Zealand was the first country where women won the right to vote
  42. what does it mean to be 'cisgender'?
  43. The AFL's gender diversity policy remains an apprehensive work in progress
  44. ‘step up’ to help the unemployed
  45. Business as usual? The Sustainable Development Goals apply to Australian cities too
  46. I can't sleep. What drugs can I (safely) take?
  47. Trump versus China means picking sides
  48. Do you 'zombie check' your phone? How new tools can help you control technology over-use
  49. Eulogy for a seastar, Australia's first recorded marine extinction
  50. Morrison's challenge with women goes beyond simple numbers

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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?

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...