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Why Coles' plastic bag backflip leaves us worse off than before

  • Written by: Kim Borg, Doctoral Candidate & Research Officer at BehaviourWorks Australia, Monash Sustainable Development Institute, Monash University

One month after removing free lightweight plastic bags from checkouts, Australian supermarket giant Coles has decided to offer thicker reusable plastics bags for free, indefinitely. This unprecedented move is in response to strong backlash by customers who are struggling to switch to reusable bags.


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What is a gem? And why painite from Myanmar can fetch US$60,000 per carat

  • Written by: Andrew Christy, Senior Curator (Mineralogy) at the Queensland Museum and Lecturer, The University of Queensland
What is a gem? And why painite from Myanmar can fetch US$60,000 per caratThe first three Natural History Museum painites – including one in its natural state with rubies that had been sitting in their collection for years. It had initially been misidentified as the much less valuable tourmaline.© The Trustees of the Natural History Museum, London, Author provided

My favourite gem is an occasional series where...

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When Trump comes to Australia, let's hope protesters get more creative than the baby blimp

  • Written by: Felicity Fenner, Associate Professor at UNSW Art & Design, UNSW
When Trump comes to Australia, let's hope protesters get more creative than the baby blimpTrump Baby flies over Parliament Square in July during President Trump's visit to the UK.Andy Rain/EPA

Trump Baby is President Donald Trump’s highest-profile troll. During his recent UK visit, the airborne infant protested alongside tens of thousands of marchers against current US policies. While Trump’s itinerary was carefully...

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New map shows that only 13% of the oceans are still truly wild

  • Written by: Kendall Jones, PhD candidate, Geography, Planning and Environmental Management, The University of Queensland
New map shows that only 13% of the oceans are still truly wildTuna are among the most vulnerable species to human pressures.Rich Carey/Shutterstock

Just 13% of the world’s oceans are now free from intense human activities such as fishing, according to a new map of ocean wilderness areas.

Our research, published in the journal Current Biology, shows that only 55 million square km of the global ocean can...

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  5. co-designing technologies with Indigenous Australians
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  7. Nine-Fairfax merger rings warning bells for investigative journalism – and Australian democracy
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  10. Geoengineering the Great Barrier Reef needs strong rules
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  16. Victorian minister plays hardball with Turnbull on the NEG
  17. Longman result shows Queensland vote is volatile and One Nation remains potent
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  20. How the everyday commute is changing who we are
  21. The National Energy Guarantee is a flagship policy. So why hasn't the modelling been made public?
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  27. Poor and elderly Australians let down by ailing primary health system
  28. The evidence suggests Serena Williams is not being discriminated against by drug testers
  29. Starter's gun goes off on new phase of media concentration as Nine-Fairfax lead the way
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  31. What if the companies that profit from your data had to pay you?
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  37. Why rents, not property prices, are best to assess housing supply and need-driven demand
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  39. Lessons for Australia in the EU's algorithmic price war that ripped off consumers
  40. Farmers experiencing drought-related stress need targeted support
  41. Parents can promote gender equality and help prevent violence against women. Here's how
  42. Malcolm Turnbull's authority diminished after byelection failures
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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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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?

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When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

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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...