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Home ownership foundations are being shaken, and the impacts will be felt far and wide

  • Written by: Rachel Ong, Professor of Economics, School of Economics and Finance, Curtin University

The nature of the centrepiece of the Australian housing system – owner occupation – is quietly undergoing a profound transformation. Once taken for granted by the mainstream, home ownership is increasingly precarious. At the margins, which are wide, it is as if a whole new form of tenure has emerged.

Whatever the drivers, significant...

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Too many Australians living in nursing homes take their own lives

  • Written by: Briony Murphy, PhD Candidate, Epidemiology & Forensic Medicine, Monash University
Too many Australians living in nursing homes take their own livesOver half of nursing home residents suffer from depression.from shutterstock.com

Around 140 Australian nursing-home residents took their own lives between 2000 and 2013, our new study shows. Published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, the study is the first to examine the number and patterns of suicide in Australia’s...

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#MeToo and #TimesUp move off the red carpet and towards activism at 2018 Oscars

  • Written by: Michelle Smith, Senior Lecturer in Literary Studies, Monash University
#MeToo and #TimesUp move off the red carpet and towards activism at 2018 OscarsFrances McDormand after winning the award for Best Actress in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. PAUL BUCK

The Oscars telecast is typically a traditional affair: passionate speeches played out by the orchestra, hit-or-miss opening monologues, and the certainty of being overly long. This year’s ceremony brought with it potential...

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why businesses often struggle to expand overseas

  • Written by: Conor Wynn, PhD Candidate at BehaviourWorks, Monash Sustainable Development Institute, Monash University
why businesses often struggle to expand overseasSausages may not be enough for Bunnings UK to break shoppers' habits. Shutterstock

One of the reasons why some companies fail in their expansions, whether ANZ in Asia, or Starbucks and Woolworths in Australia, is that their business models don’t sufficiently account for differences in consumers’ habits.

Research shows that over time...

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  2. what caused my stye and can I get rid of it?
  3. the changing status of Indigenous Australians
  4. The Conversation is fact checking the South Australian election — and we want to hear from you
  5. How migration affects housing affordability
  6. What makes someone more likely to be bullied at work and how companies can help them
  7. What are spider webs made from and how strong are they?
  8. the extent of job-swapping between public servants and fossil fuel lobbyists
  9. No, university is not a waste of time and money
  10. How landline phones made us happy and connected
  11. why people have affairs, and how to deal with them
  12. Failure to curb tax concessions will put increasing burden on ordinary workers: Bowen
  13. The Vatican, the exorcists and the return of the Devil in a time of enchantment
  14. Hodgman rides Tasmanians' disdain for minority government to a second term in office
  15. Liberals romp to emphatic victory in Tasmanian election
  16. America's allies will bear the brunt of Trump's trade protectionism
  17. Four ways alcohol is bad for your health
  18. Michelle Grattan on the government's shake-up
  19. The freak warm Arctic weather is unusual, but getting less so
  20. 3D selfies, super slo mo video and 4G for the moon
  21. How the histories of Mardi Gras and gay tourism in Australia are intertwined
  22. Conquered city, site of revolutions from above and below
  23. Time of change explores the diversity of Muslim Australian identities
  24. The off-topic Conversation #154
  25. Yes the 'cheerleader effect' is real – and you can make it work in your favour
  26. Auditing, matching pay and accountability will close the gender pay gap: study
  27. how archaeology helped save the Franklin River
  28. what are middle ear infections and how are they treated?
  29. Why governments should be cautious about criminalising hazing
  30. Australia could look to New Zealand to increase the number of Indigenous academics and students
  31. The Syrian 'hell on earth' is a tangle of power plays unlikely to end soon
  32. All the signs point to our big cities' need for democratic, metro-scale governance
  33. What was that about making Parliament House a better workplace for women?
  34. Why Barbra Streisand's cloned dogs aren't identical to the original pet
  35. McCormack puts Chester back on frontbench in cautious changes
  36. The personal is now commercial – beauty, fashion and feminism
  37. Trust Me I'm An Expert: The science of pain
  38. Woolies is just one of many gambling companies using spying and other techniques to lure gamblers
  39. What is listeria and how does it spread in rockmelons?
  40. Patricia Cornelius’ In The Club packs a punch
  41. Jacinda Ardern on her political life
  42. Minimum price on alcohol in the NT will likely reduce harm
  43. Close case set to present a legal headache for the AFL
  44. AI can now create fake porn, making revenge porn even more complicated
  45. Yo-yo dieting doesn't necessarily make you heavier in the long run
  46. The VR film Carriberrie is a vital face-to-face experience of threatened Indigenous culture
  47. Growth pains and gridlock come to Hobart, and building more roads is not the best way out
  48. Federal government's foreign donations bill is flawed and needs to be redrafted
  49. Why we put money into bizarre cryptocurrencies like ponzicoin and cryptokitties
  50. How philanthropy could change higher education funding

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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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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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Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

NDIS support coordination explained means understanding how a professional can help participants n...

When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

Divorce involves more than completing an online application. It can affect parenting arrangements, p...

How to Choose a Reliable Hot Water System Installer on the Gold Coast

Choosing a reliable installer is just as important as choosing the right hot water system. A qualifi...

How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

Digital promotion has become increasingly complex. Businesses communicate with customers through w...

Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...

Essential Steps to Handle Sudden Tooth Pain and Dental Crises

A sudden, throbbing toothache can totally stop your whole day, with no warning. When severe pain, ...