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The public has a vital role to play in preventing future cyber attacks

  • Written by: Sandeep Gopalan, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Innovation) & Professor of Law, Deakin University
The public has a vital role to play in preventing future cyber attacksNumerous cyber attacks in recent years have targeted common household devices, such as routers.Shutterstock

Up to 400 Australian organisations may have been snared in a massive hacking incident detailed today. The attack, allegedly engineered by the Russian government, targeted millions of government and private sector machines globally via devices...

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Science isn't broken, but we can do better: here's how

  • Written by: Alan Finkel, Australia’s Chief Scientist, Office of the Chief Scientist
Science isn't broken, but we can do better: here's howThe Golden Age of science is in the future.Joker/Shutterstock

Every time a scandal breaks in one of the thousands of places where research is conducted across the world, we see headlines to the effect that “science is broken”.

But if it’s “broken” today, then when do we suggest it was better?

Point me to the period in...

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arguments for and against legalising cannabis in Australia

  • Written by: Nicole Lee, Professor at the National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University
arguments for and against legalising cannabis in AustraliaMany of the harms associated with cannabis use are to do with its illegality. from www.shutterstock.com

Greens leader Richard Di Natale wants Australia to legalise cannabis for personal use, regulated by a federal agency. This proposal is for legalisation of recreational use for relaxation and pleasure, not to treat a medical condition (which is alr...

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why the electric vehicle revolution will bring problems of its own

  • Written by: Martin Brueckner, Senior Lecturer in Sustainability, Murdoch University
why the electric vehicle revolution will bring problems of its ownElectric cars are taking over – but they really as green as they look?Jack Amick / flickr, CC BY-NC

After years of being derided as a joke by car manufacturers and the public, interest in electric vehicles has increased sharply as governments around the world move to ban petrol and diesel cars.

We have seen a tremendous rise in availability, es...

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  2. How the Pilbara was formed more than 3 billion years ago
  3. New blood pressure guidelines may make millions anxious that they're at risk of heart disease
  4. What children can teach us about looking after the environment
  5. Germany’s (not so) grand coalition may cause ripple effects on European refugee policy
  6. To value companies like Amazon and Facebook, we need to look beyond dollars and assets
  7. Contrary to common belief, some forests get more fire-resistant with age
  8. With health assuming its rightful place in planning, here are 3 key lessons from NSW
  9. Employable Me has struck a chord but will it change employers' attitudes to disability?
  10. Greens want cannabis to be made legal
  11. Trial by judge alone may not be the answer to giving high-profile defendants a fair hearing
  12. Angus Campbell to head Australian Defence Force
  13. here's what you need to know
  14. 'flushable wipes' clog our sewers
  15. Is mediatech the new fintech?
  16. How the aid community responds in Syria will dictate its role in future crises
  17. When we get bitten by a mosquito, why does it itch so much?
  18. Flesh-eating bacteria cases on the rise and we need an urgent response
  19. Why our declining biblical literacy matters
  20. Seven reasons people no longer want to be teachers
  21. 'Renewable energy breeding' can stop Australia blowing the carbon budget – if we're quick
  22. Australia’s modern church buildings are disappearing
  23. Plants use advertising-like strategies to attract bees with colour and scent
  24. Full response for a spokesperson for the One in Three Campaign
  25. is domestic violence the leading preventable cause of death and illness for women aged 18 to 44?
  26. Israeli PM Netanyahu says Lucy Turnbull has given promise on sheep issue
  27. Further strikes on Syria unlikely
  28. focus on research and communities
  29. Australia dominated the Commonwealth Games, so why doesn't it feel like that?
  30. Seven and Foxtel snag cricket rights, meaning more content but maybe not for free
  31. Shadow profiles - Facebook knows about you, even if you're not on Facebook
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  33. Athletes seek asylum at almost every games, as is their right
  34. Labor benefits from completed draft boundaries, plus South Australian and Tasmanian final results
  35. Michelle Grattan on Newspoll, immigration and Australia's relationship with China
  36. how do we make hydrogen from coal, and is it really a clean fuel?
  37. Despite a reduction in executions, progress towards the abolition of the death penalty is slow
  38. We've made 'smart egg-cartons' to transport cells to cure diabetes
  39. In both schooling and sport, Australia has slowly come to recognise its Aboriginal talent pool
  40. New Zealand puts an end to new permits for exploration of deep-sea oil and gas reserves
  41. How to help athletes adapt to life after sport
  42. Clive Hamilton and Richard Rigby on Chinese influence in Australia
  43. The far-right's creeping influence on Australian politics
  44. Stop treating students like customers and start working with them as partners in learning
  45. the world economy can benefit from a vindicated Trump
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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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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

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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

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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?

Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

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