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Alexander holds Bennelong, Turnbull holds majority

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
imagePrime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Liberal candidate John Alexander celebrate victory in the Bennelong byelection.AAP/Mick Tsiakis

The Liberals’ John Alexander has comfortably won the crucial Bennelong byelection, preserving the Coalition’s parliamentary majority and giving the Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull a significant boost going...

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Google's artificial intelligence finds two new exoplanets missed by human eyes

  • Written by: Jake Clark, PhD Student, University of Southern Queensland
imageArtist impression of Kepler-90i, the eighth planet discovered orbiting around Kepler-90.NASA

Two new exoplanets have been discovered thanks to NASA’s collaboration with Google’s artificial intelligence (AI). One of those in today’s announcement is an eighth planet – Kepler-90i – found orbiting the Sun-like star...

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Royal commission report makes preventing institutional sexual abuse a national responsibility

  • Written by: Michael Salter, Senior Lecturer in Criminology, Western Sydney University
imageThe royal commission has presented a socially and historically contextualised understanding of child sexual abuse.AAP/Lukas Coch

The study and discussion of child sex offending is replete with stereotypes of predators and molesters who prey on children. These stereotypes are often used to characterise child sexual abuse as the problem of a deviant...

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To fight the catastrophic fires of the future, we need to look beyond prescribed burning

  • Written by: James Furlaud, PhD Student in Fire Ecology, University of Tasmania
imageAAP Image/ Darren Pateman

California is burning – a sentence we’ve heard far too often this year. Sydney is currently on bushfire alert, as firefighters battle a fire in the Hunter Valley region and temperatures are set to top 40℃.

A cocktail of factors, from climate change to centuries of ignoring indigenous burning practises,...

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  1. Royal commission recommends sweeping reforms for Catholic Church to end child abuse
  2. CBA admissions will make class action easier but shareholders still have a lot to prove
  3. A gas shortage next year is unlikely, but that's the only good news
  4. So you've got your ATAR, now what? Here are some options
  5. Science or Snake Oil: do skinny teas boost weight loss?
  6. We found evidence of early humans in the jungles of Borneo
  7. Racist reporting still rife in Australian media
  8. The psychology of Christmas shopping: how marketers nudge you to buy
  9. Friday essay: the myth of the ancient Greek 'gay utopia'
  10. Flying home for Christmas? Carbon offsets are important, but they won't fix plane pollution
  11. Vital Signs: Australia heads into 2018 with mixed economic signals
  12. Calling all parents – Australia's future female scientists need your support now
  13. Sydney's closer to being a zero-carbon city than you think
  14. Grattan on Friday: The 'China factor' is an unknown in Bennelong but a big issue for Australia
  15. Greater skills diversity on boards might actually be worse for business
  16. Explainer: the politics of heavy metal
  17. Should I roll my baby back over if she rolls onto her stomach in her sleep?
  18. Measures to increase cycling in Australia are predicated on failure
  19. Instead of congratulating ICAN on its Nobel Peace Prize, Australia is resisting efforts to ban the bomb
  20. Not just heat: even our spring frosts can bear the fingerprint of climate change
  21. It's official: 2016's Great Barrier Reef bleaching was unlike anything that went before
  22. Australians working in China should expect fallout over questions of political interference
  23. A bubble? We don't even know how to value Bitcoin
  24. Between innocence and experience: the sexualisation of girlhood in 19th century postcards
  25. Structuring thought and imagination brick by brick, Lego is more than child's play
  26. Cutting funding for hospital complications is unlikely to change patient care – here's why
  27. Democrat Doug Jones wins Alabama Senate byelection in stunning upset; Bennelong is tied 50-50
  28. Why we removed an article on the My Health Record
  29. The off-topic Conversation #144
  30. Engineers, philosophers and sociologists release ethical design guidelines for future technology
  31. Westfield's history tracks the rise of the Australian shopping centre and shows what's to come
  32. What the robots of Star Wars tell us about automation, and the future of human work
  33. What is going rotten in the franchise businesses plagued by scandals
  34. Sexting: technology is changing what young people share online
  35. Reporting a few cases of negative side effects from long-acting contraceptives is alarmist and damaging
  36. NAPLAN 2017: results have largely flat-lined, and patterns of inequality continue
  37. Schools are not adequately preparing young Australians to participate in our democracy
  38. Vocational education and training sector is still missing out on government funding: report
  39. The growing skills gap between jobs in Australian cities and the regions
  40. The government is miscounting greenhouse emissions reductions
  41. New Zealand discovery of fossilised 'monster bird' bones reveals a colossal, ancient penguin
  42. Curious Kids: Why do humans not have fur like chimpanzees and gorillas?
  43. Young workers are most likely to use their phones while driving – here's how can we change that
  44. The grim reality of the brothels of Pompeii
  45. Your vagina cleans itself: why vagina cleaning fads are unnecessary and harmful
  46. Surprise! Digital space isn't replacing public space, and might even help make it better
  47. Modern science tackles a biblical secret -- the mystery ingredient in holy incense
  48. Universities spend millions on accessing results of publicly funded research
  49. Here's looking at Rachel Ruysch’s Still life with flowers in a glass vase
  50. How conservatives use identity politics to shut down debate

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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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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, ...

Different Types of Power Poles Used in Australia

Power poles are easy to overlook until one needs replacing, starts leaning, or sits directly in the ...

From Application To Court: How Family Violence Orders Work In Victoria

Most people don't learn how the intervention order process works until they're already inside it. So...

Why Businesses Are Choosing Virtual Reception Services

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses are constantly evolving to meet the needs of their...