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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
Having a scan? Here’s how the different types work and what they can find
Medical imaging such as MRI can seem daunting, and perhaps even a little sci-fi.from www.shutterstock.com Our first introduction to medical imaging occurs when a doctor asks us to have an x-ray or scan to investigate an injury, pain or symptom that...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/2127-having-a-scan-here-s-how-the-different-types-work-and-what-they-can-find
Concerned about overeating? Here's what you need to know about food addiction
For many of us, eating particular foods can be comforting: a pick-me-up during a hard task; a reward after a long day at work; a satiating end to a lovely dinner. But some people have a compulsive and uncontrolled urge to eat particular foods,...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/18885-concerned-about-overeating-here-s-what-you-need-to-know-about-food-addiction
Who's holding back electric cars in Australia? We've long known the answer – and it's time to clear the road
New analysis this week found strong fuel efficiency standards would have saved Australia A$5.9 billion in fuel costs and emissions equal to a year’s worth of domestic flights if the policy was adopted in 2015. The finding, by think-tank the Australia...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/23084-who-s-holding-back-electric-cars-in-australia-we-ve-long-known-the-answer-and-it-s-time-to-clear-the-road
Do we really need funeral insurance?
TV advertisements for funeral insurance often warn of the huge financial impost created for families when you die. They argue the only way to protect your loved ones is to take out insurance. However, what these ads don’t tell you is that funeral...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/1016-do-we-really-need-funeral-insurance
5 tips for getting off gas at home – for a cleaner, cheaper, healthier all-electric future
Elena M. Tarasova, Shutterstock Burning gas in our homes to cook food or heat air and water has become a contentious issue. Gas is an expensive, polluting fossil fuel, and there’s mounting evidence to suggest it’s also bad for our health. Five million...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/29687-5-tips-for-getting-off-gas-at-home-for-a-cleaner-cheaper-healthier-all-electric-future
how to keep your home safe these holidays
Shutterstock The lead-up to the holiday period is often referred to as the silly season — but it is when offenders get serious; burglary ratestend to increase during the festive season. Why? Homes around this time of year are often full of Christmas...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/25036-how-to-keep-your-home-safe-these-holidays
Tempted to turn on the aircon? Science says use fans until it’s 27°C
New Africa, Shutterstock Many Australians struggle to keep themselves cool affordably and effectively, particularly with rising electricity prices. This is becoming a major health concern, especially for our most vulnerable people such as the elderly,...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/67474-tempted-to-turn-on-the-aircon-science-says-use-fans-until-it-s-27-c
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
Marriage and money help but don't lead to long-lasting happiness
Shutterstock We live in a culture that values “experiences”. These are often promoted in the media, and by those selling them, as vital to enhancing our well-being. We all know big life events like marriage, parenthood, job loss and the death of loved...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/10638-marriage-and-money-help-but-don-t-lead-to-long-lasting-happiness
The Coalition has promised $400m for youth mental health. Young people told us what they need
Ground Picture/Shutterstock Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has promised a Coalition government would spend an extra A$400 million on youth mental health services. This is in addition to raising the number of subsidised psychology sessions from ten to...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/65269-the-coalition-has-promised-400m-for-youth-mental-health-young-people-told-us-what-they-need
'Greatest transformation of early education in a generation'? Well, that depends on qualified, supported and thriving staff
Shutterstock Australia’s two most populous states, New South Wales and Victoria, have set the target of delivering an extra year of learning for all children before they start school. Billed as “the greatest transformation of early education in a...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/22271-greatest-transformation-of-early-education-in-a-generation-well-that-depends-on-qualified-supported-and-thriving-staff
Can you change your mind after you buy a house?
boregos/Shutterstock This article is part of The Conversation’s “Business Basics” series where we ask experts to discuss key concepts in business, economics and finance. In the Bluey episode “The Sign”, the Heeler family enters a contract to sell their...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/47524-can-you-change-your-mind-after-you-buy-a-house
Wondering about ADHD, autism and your child’s development? What to know about getting a neurodevelopmental assessment
Shutterstock With childcare and schools starting the new year, parents might be anxiously wondering how their child will adapt in a new learning environment. Some parents may be concerned about their child’s development or that they need specialised...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/25569-wondering-about-adhd-autism-and-your-child-s-development-what-to-know-about-getting-a-neurodevelopmental-assessment
Tents, caravans and mobile homes are used after disasters, so why can’t they be solutions to our housing crisis?
There is little doubt Australia is in the midst of a profound housing crisis, one that has been decades in the making. It was once reasonable to assume the market could cater for most people’s housing needs and preferences, except for those with...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/44824-tents-caravans-and-mobile-homes-are-used-after-disasters-so-why-can-t-they-be-solutions-to-our-housing-crisis
As horrific evidence of massacres is uncovered in Ukraine, Russian propaganda gathers pace
Warning: this article contains distressing details. The appalling crimes against humanity allegedly committed by Russian soldiers against Ukrainians are a sobering reminder that the most brutal behaviour can be cynically weaponised for political and...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/20928-as-horrific-evidence-of-massacres-is-uncovered-in-ukraine-russian-propaganda-gathers-pace
Pandemic pain remains as Australia’s economic recovery leaves the poor behind
“Our recovery leads the world,” treasurer Josh Frydenberg told Australia on budget night last week. “We have overcome the biggest economic shock since the Great Depression.” The government has repeatedly emphasised forecasts of the lowest unemployment...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/20934-pandemic-pain-remains-as-australia-s-economic-recovery-leaves-the-poor-behind
Inside the first days of COVID-19 in Wuhan, China
We have lived through two tumultuous years as the COVID-19 pandemic has swept through Australia. Our Prime Minister Scott Morrison took the lead, for domestic political purposes, in calling for an investigation into the origins of the virus in the...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/20892-inside-the-first-days-of-covid-19-in-wuhan-china

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10 Creative Ways AI Image Extenders Are Transforming Digital Content Creation in 2026

Introduction Artificial intelligence continues to reshape the digital landscape, and one of the most exciting innovations in 2026 is the rise of AI i...

What to Do When You're Arrested in Victoria

Most people have thought about this in the abstract. A knock at the door, a hand on the shoulder, a car pulled over on the Hume. In the abstract, th...

Common Financial Disputes During Separation

Separation hits on many levels, not just emotionally. When a partnership ends, untangling the financial side — assets, debts, and everything built t...

Why Posting More Content is Killing Your Brand

More content. More often. More platforms.Most brands have been running this playbook for three years. Most brands have nothing to show for it.Not be...

Garden Clean-Up vs. Regular Maintenance: Which Do You Really Need?

Most people ring a gardener and ask for a "tidy up." What they mean by that, and what the garden actually needs, are often two completely different ...

Solar Panel Maintenance Tips for Melbourne Homes

Three years in and the panels are still on the roof. The inverter is still blinking. The electricity bills are still lower than they used to be, rou...

Cost Effective Kitchen Renovations – From the Ground Up

Even in times of uncertainty, it seems renovations continue to be on the to-do list for many Australian property owners. As a result, demand on materi...

Why Bathroom Product Selection Matters More Than Most Homeowners Realise

Most homeowners think wrong when it comes to a bathroom renovation. They think hard about the layout. Spend hours choosing tiles. Agonise over pain...

How An Asbestos Removalist Ensures Safe And Compliant Property Environments in Melbourne

Maintaining a safe environment within residential and commercial properties requires careful management of hazardous materials, which is why engaging ...

Why Protein Bars Are A Convenient Option For Daily Nutrition And Energy

Maintaining balanced nutrition throughout the day can be challenging, especially for individuals with busy schedules, which is why protein bars hav...

Property Settlements After Separation: Key Considerations

Dividing assets after a separation is one of the more complex and emotionally charged aspects of the process. Understanding how property settlements...

Why Dust Control Matters During Bathroom Demolition

People usually expect bathroom demolition to be noisy.  No one thinks of dust — but it turns up everywhere. Inside cupboards. On couches. Along...

Why Roller Shutters And Outdoor Blinds Are Popular For Modern Properties

Many homeowners and businesses now install roller shutters to improve security, privacy, insulation, and weather protection across residential and ...

Slushie Machine Hire for Events: What to Check Before Booking

There's a moment at every great event when guests stop what they're doing and just enjoy something. A slushie machine is often that moment. It draws p...

Why AS/NZS Certified Sunglasses Are Essential for Australian Kids

Australia has some of the highest UV radiation levels in the world. That's not a warning label exaggeration; it's a measurable, documented fact that s...

Why People Regain Weight After Weight Loss?

Losing weight is hard; keeping it off is harder; and regaining it after all that effort is something many people go through more than most realise. ...

10 Benefits of Having a Frozen Yoghurt Machine for Your Business

Frozen yoghurt is a commercially viable dessert option for a wide range of food service businesses due to its versatility, efficiency, and consisten...

Why Slurry Hose is Essential For High-Performance Material Transfer

Handling abrasive and dense materials efficiently requires specialised equipment, which is why a slurry hose is a critical component in industries ...