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How to gently prepare your child for prep

  • Written by: Rebecca English, Lecturer in Education, Queensland University of Technology
How to gently prepare your child for prepParents can effectively manage their children's relationships with schools in many positive ways. Shutterstock

This series draws on the latest research on back to school transitions. In it, the experts explain how best to prepare children for school, and counter difficulties such as stress or bad behaviour.


There are so many ways to raise your...

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Workrate, clutch and serve - how Federer and Nadal win Australian Opens

  • Written by: Damian Farrow, Professor of Sports Science, Institute of Sport, Exercise and Active Living (ISEAL), Victoria University
Workrate, clutch and serve - how Federer and Nadal win Australian Opens

As we approach the business end of the 2018 Australian Open, the chatter has increased at Melbourne Park. Are we staring at a possible 2017 Men’s Final rematch between Switzerland’s Roger Federer and Spain’s Rafael Nadal?

It’s not surprising really. Federer is the defending champion, and regarded by many people as the...

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Moral rights, artistic integrity and Cory Bernardi's Australia Day playlist

  • Written by: Sarah Hook, Lecturer in Law, Western Sydney University

Amid the debate over changing the date of Australia Day and Triple J’s announcement of moving the Hottest 100 countdown, Senator Cory Bernardi, leader of the Australian Conservative political party, has sparked criticism for arranging his own Australia Day playlist on Spotify.

The “AC100” includes such classic choices as Men At...

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Young Australians are drinking less – but older people are still hitting the bottle hard

  • Written by: Michael Livingston, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Centre for Alcohol Policy Research, La Trobe University
Young Australians are drinking less – but older people are still hitting the bottle hardYoung Australians are drinking less and less. But why?Shutterstock

Recent research has provided yet more evidence that teen drinking in Australia is in steep decline. We first summarised this trend in 2015, and subsequent surveys have shown that the decline has continued. In the Deakin study, the proportion of adolescents (average age 14) reporting...

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  1. Should raw sushi-eaters be worried about tapeworms?
  2. The off-topic Conversation #148
  3. New cryptocurrencies could let you control and sell access to your DNA data
  4. How to understand and harness your workplace rage
  5. First reconciliation, then a republic – starting with changing the date of Australia Day
  6. Australia's 'electric car revolution' won't happen automatically
  7. Ice psychosis: what is it, and why do only some users get it?
  8. How folk music went from daggy to cool
  9. The quest for the convivial city: how do ours fare?
  10. Three key steps are linked with success in the Australian Open
  11. Why Bitcoin is taken more seriously than Dogecoin
  12. A parent's guide to why teens make bad decisions
  13. Nine things you should know about a potential Australian republic
  14. Why Australia Day survives, despite revealing a nation's rifts and wounds
  15. How blockchain is strengthening tuna traceability to combat illegal fishing
  16. In The Post, Hollywood reminds us what true news should look like
  17. Curious Kids: How do glasses help you see?
  18. Looking at the universe through very different 'eyes'
  19. Tech diplomacy: cities drive a new era of digital policy and innovation
  20. Why Djokovic is right to say tennis players need a union
  21. Comic contracts and other ways to make the law understandable
  22. Trump's first year in office: bizarre and sometimes alarming
  23. The terrible toll tennis can take on top players who play too much
  24. Turnbull’s Tokyo visit draws Australia and Japan's defence forces closer
  25. Multigrain, wholegrain, wholemeal: what's the difference and which bread is best?
  26. Essays On Air: The cultural meanings of wild horses
  27. A new blood test can detect eight different cancers in their early stages
  28. This is how Sydney's transport system has gone off the rails
  29. Vital Signs: jobs may be increasing but the real test is whether we get a pay rise this year
  30. The term 'LGBTI' confuses desire, behaviour and identity – it's time for a rethink
  31. Sustainable shopping: want to eat healthy? Try an eco-friendly diet
  32. Looking up a century ago, a vision of the future of space exploration
  33. Guide to the Classics: Anna Karenina
  34. Hunger in the lucky country – charities step in where government fails
  35. Indigenous recognition in our Constitution matters – and will need greater political will to achieve
  36. Three claims used to justify pulling codeine from sale without a prescription, and why they're wrong
  37. Australia's 'deadliest natural hazard': what's your heatwave plan?
  38. All the racquet: what science tells us about the pros and cons of grunting in tennis
  39. Explainer: the evidence for the Tasmanian genocide
  40. Ethical design is the answer to some of social media’s problems
  41. Four ways having a pet increases your lifespan
  42. In the economic power struggle for Asia, Trump and Xi Jinping are switching policies
  43. Surveys are not the best way to measure the performance of Australian universities
  44. We are only starting to figure out the value of sponsoring sports
  45. Our dogs and cats are spreading fleas around the world (and to us)
  46. When we needed a new word, Twitter gave us 'milkshake duck'
  47. Which medicines don’t go well with flying?
  48. Democracy has a future, if we rethink and remake it
  49. We need to 'climate proof' our sports stadiums
  50. The problem isn't unskilled graduates, it's a lack of full-time job opportunities

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

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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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The Daily Magazine

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, ...