The Sydney suburbs around me are clogged with huge 4WD cars which have never seen a dirt road. I think people buy them because they think they are safer. Are they? – Petrina of Greenwich The popularity of SUVs, 4WDs and commercial utilities is showing...
Damian Dovarganes/AP The recent US shootings at massage businesses in Atlanta should ring alarm bells in Australia. Eight people were killed in the attacks, including four Korean women and two Chinese women. US authorities are still trying to determine...
It’s no secret that your university years are unlikely to be the wealthiest of your life. It’s tough to juggle work and full time studies, and not everyone gets substantial grants to help them along the way, so for many students, getting by financially...
Australia is home to some phenomenal education institutions and choosing which one to enrol with can be an important (and often tricky) decision. However, while tuition is a vital aspect when deciding which institution to study with, your choice of...
The Morrison government’s pre-election budget has not been the bonanza some predicted. It is a fairly modest affair. But calculations by the the National Centre for Social and Economic Modelling, based at the University of Canberra, show the budget...
A running dog is a happy dog!James Ting/Unsplash, CC BY-SA Australia has nearly five million dogs, with nearly 40% of Australian households owning one. But it seems that 40% of Australian dogs are not walked enough and that a similar percentage of dogs...
Excessively protecting your child and taking over, doesn’t allow them to learn through experience. 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,...
University of Canberra Professorial Fellow Michelle Grattan and University of Canberra Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Paddy Nixon discuss the week in politics. This week Michelle and Paddy discuss the continued probe into the culture of the...
People living with disability are largely excluded from conversations about sexuality, and face overlapping barriers to sexual expression that are both social and physical. Media portrayals of sexuality often focus on a visual and verbal vocabulary...
During crises and disasters, alcohol and other drug use often changes. But the changes are not straightforward and impacts may be different for different groups of people. There doesn’t seem to have been significant overall increases or decreases in...
Remember Scott Morrison’s promise in May 2019: “You vote for me, you’ll get me. You vote for Bill Shorten and you’ll get Bill Shorten.” As well as attacking Shorten, Morrison was also signalling that the rules around the Liberal leadership had changed....
University of Canberra Professional Fellow Michelle Grattan and University of Canberra Associate Professor Caroline Fisher discuss the week in politics. They canvass Tuesday’s giveaway budget, aimed at enticing back voters who, according to the polls,...
Hi, I have mental health issues and I would like to know what makes a good or bad psychiatrist, psychologist or neuropsychologist. Key points Understanding the different roles of psychologists and psychiatrists, and how they align with your needs, will...
All that land set aside for parking is also an opportunity to ask what the real value of parking space is. Tequast/Wikimedia Commons , CC BY-SA Car parking is expected but often unnoticed, taking up surprisingly large proportions of city space . A...
Cadets march in the 2014 Sydney Mardi Gras. Jake Badior/Commonwealth of Australia , CC BY-NC-ND Jennifer, who signed up to the Women’s Royal Australian Army Corps (WRAAC) in 1979, told me that “until I joined the Army, I had no awareness of gay people....
Our workplace and work processes may be contributing to stress and bad behaviour. shutterstock As workplaces become increasingly difficult and damaging environments, there are plenty of articles and books on dealing with “psychopaths” among your...
Joey Kyber/Pixels , CC BY-SA Biomining is the kind of technique promised by science fiction: a vast tank filled with microorganisms that leach metal from ore, old mobile phones and hard drives. It sounds futuristic, but it’s currently used to produce...
Slow science is a reminder of what is wonderful and creative in scientific work, but it's under threat. Shutterstock/asseny Scientists don’t usually get involved in politics. But they took to the streets in last April’s March for Science , spurred by...
China is increasingly viewed by the United States as a full-spectrum adversary. Shutterstock In 2017 we finally realised that the four decades of geopolitical stability enjoyed by Asian countries and societies had come to an end. In 2018, the major...
Our bones grow and change over our whole life. Marcella Cheng/The Conversation , CC BY-NC-ND This is an article from Curious Kids , a series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send in questions they’d like an expert to answer. All...
As demand for housing, roads and facilities increases, so does the demand for trade workers. According to Infrastructure Australia, the construction i...
Australia’s road logistics need major reform to counteract the supply chain issues that are hitting rural and regional communities hard. With 80% of...
Fishing enthusiasts understand that having the right equipment on board makes every trip smoother and more enjoyable. One essential accessory for an...
Across industries like construction, electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, and welding, workers face hazards every single day. For tradesmen, having...
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Starting and scaling a retail business is unlikely possible without an effective Point of Sale (POS) system. It is the tech heartbe...
liManaging your own superannuation gives you greater control over investments, retirement planning, and long-term financial decision-making. As inte...
A double carport provides practical, cost-effective protection for two vehicles whilst adding value and functionality to your property. Whether you're...
Outdoor comfort and protection are essential for homes and commercial properties, especially in regions with strong sunlight, high UV exposure, and ...
Occupational therapy plays a crucial role in helping NDIS participants achieve their goals and improve their daily living skills. For people with disa...
Futures trading has become increasingly popular among Australian traders seeking opportunities across global commodities, indices, currencies and ener...
Home construction and renovation projects require reliable access systems that prioritise both worker safety and structural stability. Whether the p...
Tooth loss can affect daily life in many ways, including chewing difficulties, speech problems, facial changes, and reduced confidence. Modern denti...
Domestic violence is an issue that affects many households. This article will break down the key aspects of Domestic Violence Orders (DVOs) in Queen...
Homeowners today are placing greater importance on security, convenience and technology in their living spaces. One of the most significant advancem...
