Ruth and Maurie Crow with a plan of their linear city.Image courtesy of SEARCH Foundation, Author providedMelbourne’s strategic planning history has largely overlooked the contribution of Ruth and Maurie Crow. The Crows were early champions of functional mix and compact urban development. They didn’t eulogise lower-density suburban...
Welcome to the first piece in our new occasional series Zoom Out. Here we offer authors a slightly longer essay format to widen their focus, and explore key ideas in science and technology in the broader context of society and humanity.
Should expert knowledge be limited to providing a servant role in democracies, or elevated to that of a partner?
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In Australia, cocaine is most commonly snorted.Ralf Geithe/ShutterstockCocaine is derived from the leaves of the coca plant, which is native to Central America. For thousands of years, the leaves were used by the local inhabitants such as the Incas, who chewed or made them into a tea, because of the alertness and energy they provided.
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Detail from Caravaggio's Mary Magdelene, painted circa 1594-1596.Wikimedia CommonsWho was Mary Magdalene? What do we know about her? And how do we know it? These questions resurface with the release of a new movie, Mary Magdalene, starring Rooney Mara in the titular role.
The question of how we know about her is a relatively simple one. She...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The rise of AI demand tools in hospitality, the EatClub–CommBank partnership, and seven trends reshaping Australian dining A growing number of Australian venues are turning to AI-powered demand mana...
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Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...
The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...
Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...
If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...
Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...
Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...
Academic expectations continue increasing for students across primary school, high school, and senio...
The real question is not whether solar works in Melbourne. It works. The question is what it is co...
Developing the ability to plan, execute, and deliver outcomes efficiently is a key requirement in to...