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Turning to Easter eggs to get through these dark times? Here's the bitter truth about chocolate

  • Written by: Stephanie Perkiss, Senior Lecturer, University of Wollongong
Turning to Easter eggs to get through these dark times? Here's the bitter truth about chocolatePxfuel

The coronavirus might make Easter celebrations a little subdued this year, but that doesn’t mean going without chocolate eggs. In fact, South Australia’s chief public health officer Nicola Spurrier reportedly said people should partake in the Easter treats “to cheer ourselves up … I’ve certainly got a good...

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How George Pell won in the High Court on a legal technicality

  • Written by: Ben Mathews, Professor, School of Law, Queensland University of Technology
How George Pell won in the High Court on a legal technicalityErik Anderson/AAP

The High Court today granted Cardinal George Pell special leave to appeal, and unanimously allowed the appeal. In other words, Pell won. His convictions were quashed and he will be released from prison.

Pell’s prosecution has been socially explosive and legally complex. The cardinal’s convictions by unanimous jury...

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US private schools often inflate student grades. This could happen in Australia if we cancel year 12 exams

  • Written by: Ilana Finefter-Rosenbluh, Lecturer, Faculty of Education, Monash University
US private schools often inflate student grades. This could happen in Australia if we cancel year 12 examsShutterstock

The unfolding COVID-19 situation has brought many changes to school education. NAPLAN tests have been cancelled for 2020 and most children are learning online.

Education minister Dan Tehan is meeting with the states on what to do with year 12 exams and criteria for university entry. One option flagged is for universities to look at a...

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what they are, how they work and why it's hard to make more

  • Written by: Berto Pandolfo, Senior Lecturer Product Design, University of Technology Sydney
what they are, how they work and why it's hard to make moreShutterstock

Around the world, people are racing to design and manufacture much-needed ventilators to address a global lack of supply. One New York hospital has reportedly attempted treating two patients per ventilator out of desperation.

On March 26, a joint statement published by the American Society of Anaesthesiologists advised in regards to...

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  2. 5 ways to understand coronavirus graphs
  3. We just spent two weeks surveying the Great Barrier Reef. What we saw was an utter tragedy
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  5. Why coronavirus impacts are devastating for international students in private rental housing
  6. extend coronavirus support to temporary workers
  7. Head lice drug Ivermectin is being tested as a possible coronavirus treatment, but that's no reason to buy it
  8. Morrison sees massive ratings surge in Newspoll over coronavirus crisis; Trump also improves
  9. A coronavirus spike may put ICU beds in short supply. But that doesn't mean the elderly shouldn't get them
  10. Coronavirus support packages will reshape the future economy, and that presents an opportunity
  11. How do viruses mutate and jump species? And why are 'spillovers' becoming more common?
  12. Guide to the Classics: Albert Camus' The Plague
  13. Three reasons why Jacinda Ardern's coronavirus response has been a masterclass in crisis leadership
  14. What if I can't pay my rent? These are the options for rent relief in Australia
  15. 5½ ways to make movie masterpieces at home
  16. Sorry to disappoint climate deniers, but coronavirus makes the low-carbon transition more urgent
  17. During the Great Depression, many newspapers betrayed their readers. Some are doing it again now
  18. 'Stupid coronavirus!' In uncertain times, we can help children through mindfulness and play
  19. 'Zoombombers' want to troll your online meetings. Here's how to stop them
  20. Can I visit my boyfriend or my parents? Go fishing or bushwalking? Coronavirus rules in the Northern Territory and Tasmania
  21. Can I visit my boyfriend or my parents? Go fishing or bushwalking? Coronavirus rules in Western Australia
  22. What does the coronavirus pandemic sound like? The voices of people struggling, secluding and surviving around the world
  23. Australia's telcos, banks and supermarkets granted exemption to cartel laws
  24. Young people are anxious about coronavirus. Political leaders need to talk with them, not at them
  25. Sleep won't cure the coronavirus but it can help our bodies fight it
  26. Can I visit my boyfriend? My parents? Go fishing or bushwalking? Coronavirus rules in the ACT and South Australia explained
  27. This lizard lays eggs and gives live birth. We think it's undergoing a major evolutionary transition
  28. Vale Bruce Dawe, Australia's 'Poet of Suburbia'
  29. While we fixate on coronavirus, Earth is hurtling towards a catastrophe worse than the dinosaur extinction
  30. Thanks to coronavirus, Scott Morrison will become a significant prime minister
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  32. the simple technology that could help stop coronavirus spreading
  33. Scott Morrison is steering in the right direction, but we're going to need a bigger boat
  34. It is necessary to worry about health, but pessimism about the economy will hurt us
  35. Imagine if we could extract a permanent vaccine against hyper-partisanship from COVID-19
  36. Where are we at with developing a vaccine for coronavirus?
  37. Democracy 2025 - How does Australia compare: what makes a leading democracy? With Michelle Grattan, Mark Evans and Ian Chubb
  38. Morrison has rescued childcare from COVID-19 collapse – but the details are still murky
  39. Free child care to help nearly one million families, especially workers in essential services
  40. Who can get tested for coronavirus?
  41. 1 in 10 children affected by bushfires is Indigenous. We've been ignoring them for too long
  42. How to boost your internet speed when everyone is working from home
  43. what are Australia's obligations to cruise ships off its coast under international law?
  44. Can I still go to the dentist? How coronavirus is changing the way we look after our teeth
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  46. We've known about pandemic health messaging since 1918. So when it comes to coronavirus, what has Australia learnt?
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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

Managing emotional health is just as important as physical care when it comes to pets, which is why ...