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Australian governments don't work with each other and it's holding back regional economies in trouble

  • Written by: Andrew Beer, Dean, Research and Innovation, University of South Australia

Even though Australia has enjoyed 25 years of economic growth, many regional communities have either struggled to recover or never recovered from factory closures, declining commodity prices, or a drop in tourists.

My research, with colleagues from Europe and North America, shows Australian development agencies are reluctant, or do not know how, to...

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is there an optimal time of day to work out?

  • Written by: Paige Brooker, PhD candidate, The University of Queensland
is there an optimal time of day to work out?The best time is the time you'll actually do it. trust tru katsande unsplash

We all know we should exercise regularly, but it can be difficult to fit exercise into our busy schedules. Most people can only exercise before or after work, so it’s worth examining whether the time of day we exercise affects outcomes such as weight loss and sleep.

To...

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We asked five experts: is walking enough exercise?

  • Written by: Alexandra Hansen, Section Editor: Health + Medicine, The Conversation
We asked five experts: is walking enough exercise?I love to go a-wandering. Lacey Raper/Unsplash

We humans need to exercise in order to stay healthy. Exercise protects against disease and early death, and keeps us mobile and able to perform daily tasks.

Walking is an easy, free and enjoyable form of exercise. But is a nice stroll enough to confer the life-saving benefits we know come from exercise?...

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Big businesses who give shareholders tax credits pay more tax: study

  • Written by: Roman Lanis, Associate Professor, Accounting, University of Technology Sydney

Businesses who pay dividends to shareholders with tax credits attached pay more tax, new research finds. This occurs because of dividend imputation whereby shareholders get a credit for corporate tax the business pays, on the dividends they receive.

Over the period of 2004 to 2015, we studied financial statement data from companies listed on the...

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  2. science and emotion are not only compatible, they're inseparable
  3. Why we need to review how we test for teacher quality
  4. Being a property investor or house hunter makes Sydneysiders more supportive of foreign investment
  5. In ancient Mesopotamia, sex among the gods shook heaven and earth
  6. The causes of paedophilia and child sexual abuse are more complex than the public believes
  7. the surprising benefits of predators
  8. Shorten puts heat on government over bank victim compensation, as Coalition gets better poll news
  9. Michelle Grattan on the banking royal commission
  10. Federal government sets sights on August approval for National Energy Guarantee
  11. Migration is slowing Australia's rate of ageing, but not necessarily in the regions
  12. Class action against Facebook over facial recognition could pave the way for further lawsuits
  13. New study says the gender gap in science could take generations to fix
  14. Mind the gap – does age difference in relationships matter?
  15. how financial loss can have catastrophic effects
  16. the politics of the US family sitcom, and why Roseanne rocks
  17. To reduce inequality in Australian schools, make them less socially segregated
  18. the calm before the storm in US-China trade
  19. Australian millennials' incomes have grown more than baby boomers and millennials in other countries
  20. How does a city get to be 'smart'? This is how Tel Aviv did it
  21. Yes, Syria's Assad regime is brutal. But the retaliatory air strikes are illegal and partisan
  22. tap water is best, but what bottle should you drink it from?
  23. What might appear to be common sense is not always based on scientific evidence
  24. Shorten calls for suspension of sheep exports pending review's results
  25. Government's misjudgement on banking royal commission comes back to bite it
  26. Heavy penalties are on the table for banks caught lying and taking fees for no service
  27. Why you should talk to your children about Cambridge Analytica
  28. easy solutions to a hard problem
  29. We cannot rely morally on 'deterrence' to justify our harsh refugee policies
  30. can baby wipes cause childhood food allergies?
  31. NASA's planet-hunting spacecraft TESS is now on its mission to search for new worlds
  32. Why treehouses are all the rage in children's books
  33. Tech giants are battling it out to supply the global internet
  34. Israel Folau's comments remind us homophobia and transphobia are ever present in Australian sport
  35. A closer look at business cases raises questions about 'priority' national infrastructure projects
  36. Part of what Australians think is good leadership, might just be Anglo traits
  37. warning sign or cause for panic?
  38. Why you should read China's vast, 18th century novel, Dream of the Red Chamber
  39. How the 2016 bleaching altered the shape of the northern Great Barrier Reef
  40. Ban Middle East sheep trade, says Liberal MP Jason Wood
  41. Lowering the HELP repayment threshold is an easy target, but not the one we should aim for
  42. The shipping sector is finally on board in the fight against climate change
  43. The off-topic Conversation #159
  44. As Wentworth slips quietly onto the ABC, the series still asks tough questions about gender politics
  45. what's new about the 2018 flu vaccines, and who should get one?
  46. How fake assistance animals and their users are gaming the system and increasing prejudices
  47. Will Rio Tinto’s bid to escape from its contracts with Rusal succeed?
  48. Sharp claws helped ancient seals conquer the oceans
  49. Australia’s slow march towards a National Energy Guarantee is gathering pace
  50. From 'opening the kimono' to 'incentivizing', the war against corporate buzzwords rages on

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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?

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