Search Modern Australian

Advanced Search

Here are a few examples of how you can use the search feature:

Entering this and that into the search form will return results with both "this" and "that".

Entering this not that into the search form will return results with "this" and not "that".

Entering this or that into the search form will return results with either "this" or "that".

Entering "this and that" (with quotes) into the search form will return results with the exact phrase "this and that".

Search results can also be filtered using a variety of criteria. Select one or more filters below to get started.

Search by Author

Search by Category

Search by Language

Search by Type

Assuming university is required, the following results were found.

Friday essay: shaved, shaped and slit: Eyebrows can turn a smile into a leer, a grumpy pout into a come hither beckoning, and sad, downturned lips into a comedic grimace. So, it’s little wonder these communicative markers of facial punctuation have been such a feature of beauty and fashion...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/7848-friday-essay-shaved-shaped-and-slit
Planning on running a marathon? A sports dietitian on what to eat for long-distance running: Did you make a New Year’s resolution to run a marathon? Or perhaps you’ve conquered a marathon and want to take on an even longer event? Your diet is crucial in long-distance running. If you don’t eat the right foods in the right amounts, you might not...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/13735-planning-on-running-a-marathon-a-sports-dietitian-on-what-to-eat-for-long-distance-running
Can it make your life better, or is it all snake-oil?: More than 50 years ago, George Miller, president of the American Psychological Association, urged his colleagues “to give psychology away”. No, cynical reader, he was not instructing his followers to abandon the field. Rather he hoped raising the...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/15277-can-it-make-your-life-better-or-is-it-all-snake-oil
Get a proper chair, don't eat at your desk, and no phones in the loo – how to keep your home workspace safe and hygienic: The onset of COVID-19 saw a dramatic shift, with many in the workforce suddenly finding themselves working from home. As hashtags sprung up on social media documenting makeshift work-from-home setups, it rapidly became evident that for many workers,...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/11022-get-a-proper-chair-don-t-eat-at-your-desk-and-no-phones-in-the-loo-how-to-keep-your-home-workspace-safe-and-hygienic
Is that the Coalition debt truck parked just past the election?: It was a small thing but a revealing moment during Scott Morrison’s Wednesday interview on Nine’s Today show. Presenter Karl Stefanovic noticed Morrison seemed out of sorts, despite the government having delivered the night before a benign budget that...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/15480-is-that-the-coalition-debt-truck-parked-just-past-the-election
The transition to living with 'endemic' COVID could be rough: In the Orwellian world of the pandemic, Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews’s raising of the white flag on “COVID zero” was greeted positively by the Morrison government and with relief by many among the public who are at the end of their tether. We’ve now...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/17411-the-transition-to-living-with-endemic-covid-could-be-rough
My baby has 'tongue-tie'. Should I be worried?: Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! Is it joyful? What if your baby cries, fusses and isn’t feeding well? Perhaps you’ve tried breast and bottle-feeding without success. After talking to family, friends and searching social media, someone...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/10312-my-baby-has-tongue-tie-should-i-be-worried
Want to understand how the Coalition works? Take a look at climate policy: This week’s excruciating case of a prime minister being beholden to a rogue section of his own Cabinet over climate policy has again drawn attention to the arcane nature of Coalition arrangements. While the numbers eventually fell his way, a policy...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/18395-want-to-understand-how-the-coalition-works-take-a-look-at-climate-policy
China's global diplomatic approach is shifting, and Australia would do well to pay attention to it: In 1934, Mao Zedong’s embattled guerrilla forces began what was to prove an epic military withdrawal from southern China to a stronghold in the north of the country. This became known as the Long March. It enabled the Communists to break out of...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/18180-china-s-global-diplomatic-approach-is-shifting-and-australia-would-do-well-to-pay-attention-to-it
More money for private schools won't make Australia's education fairer, no matter how you split it: In recent days the federal government announced a new funding formula for non-government schools. Called the Direct Measure of Income, the formula will base the level of government funding on school parents’ incomes rather than the socioeconomic...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/8997-more-money-for-private-schools-won-t-make-australia-s-education-fairer-no-matter-how-you-split-it
The 'sharing economy' simply dresses up our consumerist tendencies in a more palatable ideology: The scope and scale of the so-called “sharing economy” has increased exponentially over the past decade, to the point where it affects almost every aspect of our lives. Ride sharing has changed how we move. Food delivery apps have changed our eating...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/4389-the-sharing-economy-simply-dresses-up-our-consumerist-tendencies-in-a-more-palatable-ideology
Visa policy for overseas students with a disability is nonsensical and discriminatory: International education is one of the pillars of economic growth in Australia. The government is committed to welcoming people who genuinely want, and can afford, to study here. Curiously though, if you are an overseas student with a disability or...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/257-visa-policy-for-overseas-students-with-a-disability-is-nonsensical-and-discriminatory
7 tips to help kids feeling anxious about going back to school: People with social anxiety may fear embarrassment or the expectation to perform in social situations, or worry exceedingly about people judging you poorly. They may even look to supplements in order to help them try to take back control of their...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/10106-7-tips-to-help-kids-feeling-anxious-about-going-back-to-school
15 ways to keep your indoor cat happy: Cats have recently been on the tail-end of bad press, with recent research finding roaming pet cats kill 390 million animals per year in Australia. Most of them are native species. To protect our native wildlife, who never evolved with such an...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/10042-15-ways-to-keep-your-indoor-cat-happy
Things to consider before going that extra mile for your smile: Australians spend up to A$300 million each year on health-care costs abroad. As part of this phenomenon, each year around 15,000 of us are travelling overseas for cosmetic surgery tourism, including dental procedures. We don’t have firm numbers on...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/3454-things-to-consider-before-going-that-extra-mile-for-your-smile
'Frontline workers' among those to get priority in Albanese's housing program: A promise to set up a $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund to build social and affordable housing was the centrepiece of Anthony Albanese’s Thursday night budget reply. In the program’s first five years, the investment returns would build about...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/15479-frontline-workers-among-those-to-get-priority-in-albanese-s-housing-program
Election meme hits and duds – we’ve graded some of the best (and worst) of the campaign so far: As Australia begins voting in the federal election, we’re awash with political messages. While this of course includes the typical paid ads in newspapers and on TV (those ones with the infamously fast-paced “authorised by” postscripts), political...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/67120-election-meme-hits-and-duds-we-ve-graded-some-of-the-best-and-worst-of-the-campaign-so-far
How teens use fake Instagram accounts to relieve the pressure of perfection: Fake Instagram accounts, often referred to as “finstas” or “spam accounts”, have become the norm for many teens – but their reasoning for creating these is not as sinister as you think. I’ve spoken with 50 Australian families – including 118 children...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/682-how-teens-use-fake-instagram-accounts-to-relieve-the-pressure-of-perfection
The government says NDIS supports should be 'evidence-based' – but can they be?: Getty The federal government and National Cabinet has committed to rebooting and fixing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for people with disabilities. It plans to invest more in the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), which...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/27662-the-government-says-ndis-supports-should-be-evidence-based-but-can-they-be
How injuries change our brain and how we can help it recover: New brain cells can form after injury. from www.shutterstock.com This is part of our series on Changing the Brain, about what’s happening in our brain in various mental states and how we can change it for the better and worse. You can read the other...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/1261-how-injuries-change-our-brain-and-how-we-can-help-it-recover

Results 101 - 302 of 302

DIY Air Conditioning Risks & How to Avoid Costly Repairs

When the scorching Queensland heat kicks in, the urge to grab a screwdriver and tackle your air conditioner fix to yourself is totally understandable...

WooCommerce Website Designer: Building High-Performance Online Stores That Drive Sales

A WooCommerce website designer plays a crucial role in helping businesses create high-performing, visually appealing, and conversion-focused online...

The Importance of Dogging Courses in Australia: How to Get Your Dogman Ticket

In Australia’s construction, mining, and industrial sectors, safety and technical competence are essential for any worker handling heavy loads and l...

Beyond the Hype: Why Breitling Speaks to the Modern Watch Collector

There’s a point every collector reaches when the chase for the latest release gives way to a deeper appreciation for quality. The thrill of new mode...

Elevate your Perth workspace: Sleek tech with managed IT Services

In today's fast-paced business environment, having a reliable and efficient IT infrastructure is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity. For businesse...

7 Ways a Luxury Australian Cruise Transforms Your Travel Expectations

Dreaming of your next holiday? Forget the crowded tourist traps and consider something truly special: a luxury australian cruise. More than just a ...

How Polycarbonate Became the Backbone of Modern Australian Design

The design landscape in Australia has been audacious, innovative and climate-conscious at all times. Design in this area is all about striking a balan...

Affordable Invisalign in Bangkok Why Australians Are Choosing Thailand

More Australians are investing in Invisalign to straighten their teeth, but the treatment in Australia can cost thousands of dollars and often takes m...

Designing a Tranquil Oasis in Your Backyard

Nothing beats a warm summer evening spent in a gorgeous backyard. The backyard is the perfect space to unwind and spend some of the most magical momen...

How a Well-Designed Gym Can Improve Your Performance

Have you ever entered a gym that just feels off and couldn’t focus on your workout? Maybe it’s the layout that was weird, or the lack of natural l...

Wellness Checkups at Work: Key to Employee Happiness and Higher Output

Employee wellness programs are reshaping how companies think about productivity and satisfaction. When people feel healthy, they perform better, sta...

Experience the Elegance of Plantation Shutter Blinds: Enhance Your Décor Today

When it comes to elevating your home’s interior, few window treatments combine sophistication and practicality as effortlessly as plantation shutter...

Common Questions Women Are Afraid to Ask Their Gynaecologist (and Honest Answers)

Visiting your gynaecologist isn’t always easy. Even though reproductive and sexual health are essential parts of overall wellbeing, many women fee...

Designing Homes for Coastal Climates – How to Handle Salt, Humidity, and Strong Winds in Building Materials

Living by the ocean is a dream for many Australians, offering breathtaking views, refreshing sea breezes, and a relaxed lifestyle that’s hard to b...

This OT Week, Australia’s occupational therapists are done staying quiet

Occupational Therapy Week is typically a time to celebrate the difference occupational therapists make in people’s lives. But this year, many sa...

Melbourne EMDR Clinic Sees Growing Interest in Patients with Depression

Depression is a common mental health condition affecting around 1 in 7 Australians. It is typically diagnosed when an individual has experienced a p...

Proactive approaches to mental wellbeing

Life gets busy quickly. For many adults, each week is a constant mix of work commitments, raising kids, managing a household, settling bills, catching...

The Power of Giving Back: How Volunteering Shapes Your Mindset

To say the least, volunteering can maximally change the way you see the world. Period. When you step into someone else’s shoes, even for a few hours...