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What a simulated Mars mission taught me about food waste

  • Written by: Dianne McGrath, Environmental Engineering PhD candidate; sustainability and food waste expertise, RMIT University
What a simulated Mars mission taught me about food wasteGeorge Frey/EPA

As a food waste researcher, I’m interested in how humans prepare food, eat and manage leftovers. This interest is not just confined to Earth – it extends to other planets.

I recently spent two weeks at the Mars Desert Research Station in the US state of Utah, and experienced the intimate and challenging conditions of a...

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With everyone stuck indoors, esports is poised for its time in the sun

  • Written by: Michelle O'Shea, Senior Lecturer Sport Management, Western Sydney University
With everyone stuck indoors, esports is poised for its time in the sunShutterstock

Against a global backdrop of cancelled sports leagues, and as part of their season opening, National Rugby League (NRL) fans recently packed the stands of Townsville’s new Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Fortunately, professional sporting bodies have now realised social distancing measures can’t be ignored. To maintain fan...

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Open or else face funding cut – Minister Tehan's edict to independent schools

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Education Minister Dan Tehan has warned non-government schools that if they fail to open for the next term they will face losing funding.

He said on Thursday that “as part of the funding requirement” a school would have to provide for parents to be “able to send their children to school if they’re working or if the child is...

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Australia's coronavirus debate turns to the way out

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Remember how last year’s Easter felt bizarre because the country was in election mode? How normal that seems, now everything is surreal, with the nation “holidaying” in this peculiar, unpleasant limbo.

As we contemplate the grimness we should also remember it could be much worse. It’s early days but we’ve dodged the...

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  1. MPs Tim Watts, Fiona Martin, Clare O'Neil and Helen Haines talk about serving their electorates during the coronavirus crisis
  2. Michelle Grattan on Australia's exit out of coronavirus restrictions
  3. what causes a 'second wave' of disease outbreak, and could we see this in Australia?
  4. What to do if you've been fined for breaching coronavirus restrictions
  5. The coronavirus lockdown might help limit this year's flu season – but you should still get your flu jab anyway
  6. Easter eggs can bring a little 'normality' to kids in isolation. But should we ration them or let kids eat how many they like?
  7. Scientific modelling is steering our response to coronavirus. But what is scientific modelling?
  8. Teachers could be called on to estimate year 12 student grades – this is fairer than it sounds
  9. Personalities that thrive in isolation and what we can all learn from time alone
  10. The psychology of lockdown suggest that sticking to rules gets harder the longer it continues
  11. Most laws ignore ‘human-wildlife conflict’. This makes us vulnerable to pandemics
  12. Could coronavirus bring back our faith in experts?
  13. From the bushfires to coronavirus, our old 'normal' is gone forever. So what's next?
  14. cleaning the house (while fitting in a workout)
  15. a lesson from game theory the coronavirus contrarians ignore
  16. why sexual offence trials often result in acquittal, even with credible witnesses
  17. Pandemic policing needs to be done with the public's trust, not confusion
  18. As use of digital platforms surges, we'll need stronger global efforts to protect human rights online
  19. Without international students, Australia's universities will downsize – and some might collapse altogether
  20. Does JK Rowling's breathing technique cure the coronavirus? No, it could help spread it
  21. Should everyone be wearing face masks? It's complicated
  22. The coronavirus ban on elective surgeries might show us many people can avoid going under the knife
  23. video games are boosting well-being during the coronavirus lockdown
  24. what should I do during the coronavirus pandemic?
  25. What governments can do about the increase in family violence due to coronavirus
  26. how nature might respond as coronavirus keeps humans indoors
  27. Rents can and should be reduced or suspended for the coronavirus pandemic
  28. We're not all in this together. Messages about social distancing need the right cultural fit
  29. Yes, we're flattening the coronavirus curve but modelling needs to inform how we start easing restrictions
  30. Courts are moving to video during coronavirus, but research shows it's hard to get a fair trial remotely
  31. Now we're in lockdown, how can we get out? 4 scenarios to prevent a second wave
  32. 5 big environment stories you probably missed while you've been watching coronavirus
  33. Indonesia was in denial over coronavirus. Now it may be facing a looming disaster
  34. Lack of help for local councils in coronavirus package undercuts industry support
  35. it isn't all about technology
  36. The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
  37. Traffic jams are contagious. Understanding how they spread can help make them less common
  38. Scott Morrison indicates 'eliminating' COVID-19 would come at too high a cost
  39. No, 5G radiation doesn't cause or spread the coronavirus. Saying it does is destructive
  40. The jury may be out on the jury system after George Pell's successful appeal
  41. For older people and those with chronic health conditions, staying active at home is extra important – here's how
  42. as culture moves online, regional organisations need help bridging the digital divide
  43. there was no time to make it perfect
  44. Why temporary migrants need JobKeeper
  45. Turning to Easter eggs to get through these dark times? Here's the bitter truth about chocolate
  46. How George Pell won in the High Court on a legal technicality
  47. US private schools often inflate student grades. This could happen in Australia if we cancel year 12 exams
  48. what they are, how they work and why it's hard to make more
  49. More Australians are worried about a recession and an increasingly selfish society than about coronavirus itself
  50. 5 ways to understand coronavirus graphs

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

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

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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

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The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

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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

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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

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How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

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