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4 ways to be a good landlord in a time of coronavirus

  • Written by: Emma Baker, Professor of Housing Research, School of Architecture and Built Environment, University of Adelaide
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The COVID-19 pandemic is creating major challenges for our residential rental system. The lockdown of businesses has meant an almost overnight loss of jobs or reduced hours for many Australian workers. Many tenants are struggling to pay their rent.

While the release of a government package to help residential renters has been mooted for...

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Smoking increases your coronavirus risk. There's never been a better time to quit

  • Written by: Billie Bonevski, Women in Science Chair, University of Newcastle
Smoking increases your coronavirus risk. There's never been a better time to quit

If you’re a smoker, there’s really never been a better time to quit. Coronavirus affects your lungs, causing flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat and fatigue. In the most serious cases, sufferers struggle to breathe at all and can die of respiratory failure.

The World Health Organisation recommends...

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This could be the end of the line for cruise ships

  • Written by: Freya Higgins-Desbiolles, Senior Lecturer in Tourism Management, University of South Australia

Stranded cruise ships have become a symbol of the COVID-19 pandemic. Passengers and crew are desperate to get off but the ports to which they’ve headed don’t want them.

It is no exaggeration to suggest this crisis could spell the end of the line for a industry already on the nose for its its social, health and and environmental...

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  1. Why is it so hard to stop COVID-19 misinformation spreading on social media?
  2. While towns run dry, cotton extracts 5 Sydney Harbours' worth of Murray Darling water a year. It's time to reset the balance
  3. My skin's dry with all this hand washing. What can I do?
  4. The last thing companies should be doing right now is paying dividends
  5. Hotels are no 'luxury' place to detain people seeking asylum in Australia
  6. Trust in government is high in NZ, but will it last until the country's elections later in the year?
  7. Coronavirus debate turns to whether Australia should embrace 'elimination' strategy
  8. Great time to try: starting a vegetable garden
  9. How long are you infectious when you have coronavirus?
  10. Australia had rent control in wartime. War on coronavirus demands the same response
  11. What should we do with 1 billion hours of time? Australia's COVID-19 opportunity
  12. The coronavirus lockdown is forcing us to view 'screen time' differently. That's a good thing
  13. Destitution on Australia's hardening border with PNG – and the need for a better aid strategy
  14. our good intentions usually fall short. Here are 4 ways to shop responsibly
  15. Trade apprentices will help our post COVID-19 recovery. We need to do more to keep them in work
  16. Headlines promise Australia's on the 'cusp' of defeating coronavirus. We're not and it's too soon to relax restrictions
  17. Coronavirus highlights the painful political truth about health inequality. Is social democracy the answer?
  18. today's grandmothers grew up protesting. Now they have nothing to lose
  19. Forget old screen 'time' rules during coronavirus. Here's what you should focus on instead
  20. Coronavirus an ‘existential threat’ to Africa and her crowded slums
  21. What a simulated Mars mission taught me about food waste
  22. With everyone stuck indoors, esports is poised for its time in the sun
  23. Open or else face funding cut – Minister Tehan's edict to independent schools
  24. Australia's coronavirus debate turns to the way out
  25. MPs Tim Watts, Fiona Martin, Clare O'Neil and Helen Haines talk about serving their electorates during the coronavirus crisis
  26. Michelle Grattan on Australia's exit out of coronavirus restrictions
  27. what causes a 'second wave' of disease outbreak, and could we see this in Australia?
  28. What to do if you've been fined for breaching coronavirus restrictions
  29. The coronavirus lockdown might help limit this year's flu season – but you should still get your flu jab anyway
  30. Easter eggs can bring a little 'normality' to kids in isolation. But should we ration them or let kids eat how many they like?
  31. Scientific modelling is steering our response to coronavirus. But what is scientific modelling?
  32. Teachers could be called on to estimate year 12 student grades – this is fairer than it sounds
  33. Personalities that thrive in isolation and what we can all learn from time alone
  34. The psychology of lockdown suggest that sticking to rules gets harder the longer it continues
  35. Most laws ignore ‘human-wildlife conflict’. This makes us vulnerable to pandemics
  36. Could coronavirus bring back our faith in experts?
  37. From the bushfires to coronavirus, our old 'normal' is gone forever. So what's next?
  38. cleaning the house (while fitting in a workout)
  39. a lesson from game theory the coronavirus contrarians ignore
  40. why sexual offence trials often result in acquittal, even with credible witnesses
  41. Pandemic policing needs to be done with the public's trust, not confusion
  42. As use of digital platforms surges, we'll need stronger global efforts to protect human rights online
  43. Without international students, Australia's universities will downsize – and some might collapse altogether
  44. Does JK Rowling's breathing technique cure the coronavirus? No, it could help spread it
  45. Should everyone be wearing face masks? It's complicated
  46. The coronavirus ban on elective surgeries might show us many people can avoid going under the knife
  47. video games are boosting well-being during the coronavirus lockdown
  48. what should I do during the coronavirus pandemic?
  49. What governments can do about the increase in family violence due to coronavirus
  50. how nature might respond as coronavirus keeps humans indoors

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How Telematics Helps Australian Companies Improve Productivity

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Inside the Icon: The BridgeMuseum Officially Opens at the Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bold new way to experience one of Australia’s most recognisable landmarks has arrived, with BridgeClimb Sydney officially opening the all-new BridgeMuseum.  Located inside the Sydney Harbour Bridge...

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

The New Front Door Nobody Told You About Something changed. Quietly. Without a press release. The way buyers find businesses in Australia has been rewired. Not replaced, rewired. Google isn't dead...

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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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...

How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

Choosing a football may seem straightforward, but the right option depends on who will be using it a...

What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

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