Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

Time for the federal government to catch up on political donations reform

  • Written by: Carmela Chivers, Associate, Grattan Institute
Time for the federal government to catch up on political donations reformThe states have pulled far ahead of the Commonwealth on improving transparency around political donations.AAP/Mick Tsikas

Australians should be able to see who donates to political parties, but our political donations laws fall far short of this ideal. Recent reforms in New South Wales and Victoria mean that voters will have much better information...

Read more …

Ten reasons teachers can struggle to use technology in the classroom

  • Written by: Brendon Hyndman, Senior Lecturer and Course Director of Postgraduate Studies in Education, Charles Sturt University
Ten reasons teachers can struggle to use technology in the classroomIntegrating technology into the classroom can have huge benefits. But it's not always straight forward.from www.shutterstock.com

Somewhere in a school near you, a teacher is struggling to handle a query from a student whose laptop has a flat battery or another who’s watching a funny cat video on a phone. Perhaps the wireless internet...

Read more …

Too many Australians have to choose between heating or eating this winter

  • Written by: Rebecca Lindberg, Lecturer, Deakin University
Too many Australians have to choose between heating or eating this winterIf you worry about where your next meal will come from, you're not "food secure".Shutterstock

You’d expect a dual-parent family on a median income to be able to put enough healthy food on the table. But once the cost of housing, transport and school are covered, too many Australians are having to choose between heating or eating.

We’ve...

Read more …

How far have we come since the ’80s vision of the 'non-sexist city'?

  • Written by: Justine Lloyd, Lecturer in Sociology, Macquarie University
How far have we come since the ’80s vision of the 'non-sexist city'?If vintage city design used to trap women in suburbia, what's the modern city looking like?from shutterstock.com

In 1980, the feminist journal Signs published a visionary essay asking readers to imagine what a non-sexist city would be like. A then junior professor of urban planning at the University of California, Dolores Hayden, wrote the essay.

Hay...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Digital homework tools should be more than just the textbook as an app
  2. 'Natural disasters' and people on the margins – the hidden story
  3. Steve Hart dressed as a girl, 1947 by Sidney Nolan
  4. Abbott and Turnbull shape up for another round of an old battle
  5. Why the NAPLAN results delay is a storm in a teacup
  6. Facebook is all for community, but what kind of community is it building?
  7. Belarus Free Theatre's Generation Jeans resonates
  8. Turnbull’s Newspoll ratings slump; Labor leads in Victoria; Longman preferences helped LNP
  9. Why shield laws can be ineffective in protecting journalists' sources
  10. why do we get nose bleeds?
  11. Refugees are integrating just fine in regional Australia
  12. how homeless women have little choice but to use sex for survival
  13. Five easy ways to boost children's spatial skills
  14. Is it time to remove the cancer label from low-risk conditions?
  15. Obesity is a market failure and personal responsibility will not solve it alone
  16. Obesity is a market failure and innovation, not sin taxes, may be the solution
  17. Are they watching you? The tiny brains of bees and wasps can recognise faces
  18. Why we need some perspective on landscape photography in the Instagram age
  19. Embattled VC winner asks Attorney-General to refer Fairfax Media to police
  20. Labor states keep the National Energy Guarantee in play but withhold agreement
  21. The mysterious Pilostyles is a plant within a plant
  22. The US plan for a Space Force risks escalating a 'space arms race'
  23. Jupiter's magnetic fields may stop its wind bands from going deep into the gas giant
  24. Inquiry finds Husar behaved badly to staff but dismisses allegations of lewd conduct
  25. learn all about Australia's native trees and plants
  26. The Gay Games are still relevant. Here's why
  27. Hackers cause most data breaches, but accidents by normal people aren't far behind
  28. Michelle Grattan on Emma Husar, Barnaby Joyce and the NEG
  29. The off-topic Conversation #166
  30. A strong immune system helps ward off colds and flus, but it's not the only factor
  31. relishing competence or seeking a challenge?
  32. I Used To Be Normal's tribute to boyband fangirls is unexpectedly affecting
  33. People power is finally making the gig economy fairer
  34. The Meg is a horror story but our treatment of sharks is scarier
  35. What's your state's position at the crucial National Energy Guarantee meeting?
  36. how have your family's fortunes changed? Use this drag-and-drop tool to find out
  37. is the economy getting stronger? The RBA says 'time will tell'
  38. Australian media are playing a dangerous game using racism as currency
  39. why Fed Square deserves protection
  40. A disappointing earring, and the world's hottest rock: zirconia
  41. Disabled teens suffering the mental health effects of bullying
  42. Dieting after birth can make mum's self esteem worse
  43. Turnbull is trying to turn Emma Husar story into a Bill Shorten narrative
  44. Trump’s ratings held up by US economy; Australian polls steady
  45. Why are the volcanoes on Earth active, but the ones on Mars are not?
  46. Trees are made of human breath
  47. Why young women say no to rural Australia
  48. Paying an extra $150 million a year to protect growers? That's bananas!
  49. GetUp! on the impact of US corporate tax cuts on wages
  50. Button batteries kill. Here's how we can prevent needless child deaths from battery ingestion

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...