Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

The high costs of our destructive coup culture

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

Australia’s “coup culture” has become so entrenched that it now holds serious dangers for our democracy. Not that the politicians seem to give a damn. For all the talk of “listening” and being “on your side” the voters have once again been treated as little more than a gullible audience for a low-grade...

Read more …

Sarah Kane's controversial 1990s play Blasted feels prescient in the #MeToo era

  • Written by: Jana Perkovic, Sessional lecturer and researcher, University of Melbourne
Sarah Kane's controversial 1990s play Blasted feels prescient in the #MeToo eraDavid Woods and Eloise Mignon in the Malthouse's production of Blasted. Photo Pia Johnson

Review: Blasted, Malthouse Theatre.


Playwright Sarah Kane was an “honorary lad” in in-yer-face drama that dominated the 1990s in Britain. Hers was one of few female voices in the testosterone-heavy genre, as well as one of its most prominent, even...

Read more …

How augmented reality may one day make music a visual, interactive experience

  • Written by: Sunanda Creagh, Head of Digital Storytelling
How augmented reality may one day make music a visual, interactive experienceCould music one day be something we experience through augmented reality, responding to the way we move through the world? Sound supplemented with colours and shapes? Mavis Wong/The Conversation NY-BD-CC, CC BY-SA

You probably heard your first strains of music when you were in utero. From then on it’s helped you learn, helped you relax, hyped...

Read more …

Court opens door to domestic violence victim to sue police for negligence

  • Written by: Mandy Shircore, Associate Professor, James Cook University, James Cook University
Court opens door to domestic violence victim to sue police for negligenceIn refusing to strike out Smith’s claim, the court has accepted that it is arguable police could owe a common law duty of care to specific victims of domestic violence to protect them from preventable harm.AAP/James Ross

This week the Victorian Supreme Court refused an application by the State of Victoria to strike out a claim by Tara Smith...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Belly fat is the most dangerous, but losing it from anywhere helps
  2. Training won't end discrimination, we have to hold people responsible
  3. Spring is coming, and there's little drought relief in sight
  4. journalist David Neiwert on the rise of the alt-right in Trump's America
  5. Sex, technology and disability – it's complicated
  6. Better than the alternative. What the market thought of ScoMo
  7. A 'woman problem'? No, the Liberals have a 'man problem', and they need to fix it
  8. Gender quotas and targets would speed up progress on gender equity in academia
  9. Donald Trump’s Brave New World and Aldous Huxley’s dystopian vision
  10. New solar cells offer you the chance to print out solar panels and stick them on your roof
  11. What type of relationship should I have with my co-parent now we're divorced?
  12. Local communities need more reassurance about the legacy left by coal seam gas wells
  13. Planned closures of charter schools in New Zealand prompt debate about Māori self-determination
  14. Australian science at the 2018 Eureka Prizes
  15. Digital inclusion in Tasmania has improved in line with NBN rollout – will the other states follow?
  16. Could Section 44 exclude Tony Abbott and Barnaby Joyce from parliament?
  17. Our new PM wants to 'bust congestion' – here are four ways he could do that
  18. An ape in anguish: Brett Whiteley's Sacred baboon
  19. Liberal MP Julia Banks to quit at election, calling out bullying
  20. With Bishop gone, Morrison and Payne face significant challenges on foreign policy
  21. How Brazil can beat the odds and restore a huge swathe of the Amazon
  22. We hardly ever trust big transport announcements – here's how politicians get it right
  23. how Antarctica has inspired Australian composers
  24. Where are all the other galaxies hidden?
  25. The Indigenous employment gap is widening and we don't know how to fix it
  26. I have painful periods, could it be endometriosis?
  27. Julie Bishop will be open to post-politics offers
  28. The off-topic Conversation #167
  29. Worst reaction to midterm PM change in Newspoll history; contrary polls in Dutton's Dickson
  30. Au Revoir Mirka Mora, your joie de vivre will live on
  31. Australia needs boldness and bravery from Karen Andrews, the new minister for industry, science and technology
  32. what passengers like about Uber
  33. We can all help to improve communication for people with disabilities
  34. Behrouz Boochani's unsparing look at the brutality of Manus Island
  35. a few weeks late, but otherwise little change from previous years
  36. Malcolm Fraser's political manifesto would make good reading for the Morrison government
  37. Drought is inevitable, Mr Joyce
  38. why the rock art of Murujuga deserves World Heritage status
  39. Would an eruption in Melbourne really match Hawaii's volcanoes? Here's the evidence
  40. How to get children to eat a rainbow of fruit and vegetables
  41. Turnbull resigning seat on Friday, giving Morrison a real-time voting test
  42. what Turnbull's urban policy has achieved, and where we go from here
  43. Amid blackout scare stories, remember that a grid without power cuts is impossible... and expensive
  44. Australian archaeologists dropped the term 'Stone Age' decades ago, and so should you
  45. Michelle Grattan on the Liberals’ implosion
  46. Australians think our politicians are corrupt, but where is the evidence?
  47. how long are you contagious with gastro?
  48. Business owners' control of their work-life balance is the fine line between hard work and hell
  49. Here's how to reset New Zealand’s cultural diplomacy in the Pacific
  50. Australia was founded on a hypocrisy that haunts us to this day

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...