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Tasmania the first test in an election-laden year
The March 3 Tasmanian election, announced on Sunday, will be the opening contest in an election-heavy year that will see three state polls, with the expectation of federal byelections as well. But, Malcolm Turnbull says, people won’t be casting a...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/192-tasmania-the-first-test-in-an-election-laden-year
Autism is still underdiagnosed in girls and women. That can compound the challenges they face
Being autistic, but not diagnosed, can lead to a lifetime of struggles and being misunderstood for women. This issue has been highlighted in the last few years by celebrity women including Hannah Gadsby, Daryl Hannah, British reality star Christine...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/19942-autism-is-still-underdiagnosed-in-girls-and-women-that-can-compound-the-challenges-they-face
Mould levels seen at Nauru detention centre are enough to cause serious health problems
A series of recent reports by The Guardian have revealed refugees, asylum seekers and staff at the Nauru processing centre have been exposed to a mould problem of “ epic proportions ”. The fungal growth in housing and working areas has reportedly led...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/601-mould-levels-seen-at-nauru-detention-centre-are-enough-to-cause-serious-health-problems
Labor's 2% cap on private health insurance premium rises won't fix affordability
This week, Opposition Leader Bill Shorten announced a new private health insurance policy the Labor Party will take to the next election. First, Labor will get the Productivity Commission to conduct a full review of the private health insurance system....
https://modernaustralian.com/news/338-labor-s-2-cap-on-private-health-insurance-premium-rises-won-t-fix-affordability
Spinal fusion surgery for lower back pain: it's costly and there's little evidence it'll work
Back pain affects one-quarter of Australians. from shutterstock.com Back pain affects one in four Australians. It’s so common, nearly all of us ( about 85% ) will have at least one episode at some stage of our lives. It’s one of the most common reasons...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/483-spinal-fusion-surgery-for-lower-back-pain-it-s-costly-and-there-s-little-evidence-it-ll-work
Let’s abandon NAPLAN – we can do better
NAPLAN testing starts this week. With calls for a review, many education experts are calling the Future of NAPLAN into question. In this series, the experts look at options for removing, replacing, rethinking or resuming NAPLAN. The National Assessment...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/1512-let-s-abandon-naplan-we-can-do-better
employers requisitioned our homes and our time
Shutterstock Working from home during COVID-19 appeared to cost us little. Yet employers effectively requisitioned part of those homes. While necessary, it was far from costless to us, and our generosity shouldn’t be taken for granted. Bureau of...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/10318-employers-requisitioned-our-homes-and-our-time
Fixing pain management could help us solve the opioid crisis
Opioids don't work for chronic pain, and can make it worse in the long-term. from www.shutterstock.com Australia is facing a critical public health issue of poorly managed pain. The combination of poor health outcomes, inappropriate prescribing for...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/267-fixing-pain-management-could-help-us-solve-the-opioid-crisis
Insider trading has become more subtle
Insider trading comes in two main forms: arguably legal and clearly illegal. But, as with drugs in sport, it’s hard to tell when arguably legal ends and clearly illegal begins. It is generally accepted that it is wrong to buy shares in the company you...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/11172-insider-trading-has-become-more-subtle
It’s not production quality that counts in educational videos – here's what students value most
The use of educational videos in schools and universities was on the rise before COVID-19. Now, with continuing disruption by the pandemic, more educators are developing educational videos to support student learning. Similarly, students are...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/13286-it-s-not-production-quality-that-counts-in-educational-videos-here-s-what-students-value-most
Why e-bikes can succeed where earlier bike-share schemes failed
Shared mobility devices such as bicycles and electric scooters have experienced significant growth across the globe and Australia is no exception. In cities with such offerings, users are able to get around in more convenient and flexible ways. The...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/13769-why-e-bikes-can-succeed-where-earlier-bike-share-schemes-failed
The Inventor tells a story of a fraudulent female billionaire. Where are the films starring successful women entrepreneurs?
The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley, now streaming in Australia on Binge, depicts Theranos founder and former CEO Elizabeth Holmes as a bewitching sociopath. Holmes wanted to revolutionise health care by providing a simple and cheap way to...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/11744-the-inventor-tells-a-story-of-a-fraudulent-female-billionaire-where-are-the-films-starring-successful-women-entrepreneurs
people in their 90s are Australia's fastest growing senior age group
With so many people now living to their 90s – and so many more projected to in future – health and social policy must evolve. When the media discusses ageing, it commonly focuses on people older than 65. But generally, a 65-year-old and a 95-year-old...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/7036-people-in-their-90s-are-australia-s-fastest-growing-senior-age-group
Bingeing Netflix under lockdown? Here's why streaming comes at a cost to the environment
Coronavirus lockdowns have led to a massive reduction in global emissions, but there’s one area where energy usage is up – way up – during the pandemic: internet traffic. Data-intensive video streaming, gaming and livestreaming for business, university...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/11112-bingeing-netflix-under-lockdown-here-s-why-streaming-comes-at-a-cost-to-the-environment
Plates, cups and takeaway containers shape what (and how) we eat
Home cooks have been trying out their skills during isolation. But the way food tastes depends on more than your ability to follow a recipe. Our surroundings, the people we share food with and the design of our tableware – our cups, bowls and plates,...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/10194-plates-cups-and-takeaway-containers-shape-what-and-how-we-eat
China’s Social Credit System puts its people under pressure to be model citizens
China has introduced the Social Credit System in 12 demonstration cities.Shutterstock In less than a month, China’s Lunar New Year will bring the country’s annual epic travel rush – the largest human migration on earth. While many are planning trips to...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/162-china’s-social-credit-system-puts-its-people-under-pressure-to-be-model-citizens
Anthems, 'ranthems', and otherwise loves: nationalism in Australian poetry
Dorothea MacKellar's My Country, with its paen to a sunburnt landscape, excoriated Australians for their nostalgic love of English 'grey-blue' countryside and English weather.Mark Wassell/flickr, CC BY-NC A young woman of 23, Dorothea MacKellar...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/157-anthems-ranthems-and-otherwise-loves-nationalism-in-australian-poetry
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....
https://modernaustralian.com/news/153-workrate-clutch-and-serve-how-federer-and-nadal-win-australian-opens
Ancient penguins were as tall as people. We've discovered the species that started the downsizing trend
The newly discovered _Kupoupou stilwelli_ would have once swam in the waters around Chatham Island near New Zealand.Illustration by Jacob Blokland, Author provided A new species of extinct penguin has been discovered. It’s helping us bridge the gap...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/8136-ancient-penguins-were-as-tall-as-people-we-ve-discovered-the-species-that-started-the-downsizing-trend
If you really want to confront misogyny in your party, you need to fix the policies
One group of women was strikingly absent from the March4Justice rallies last week: Coalition MPs. Admittedly, there are not many of them (only 23% of the government’s MPs are female), but the refusal of the minister for women to attend the...
https://modernaustralian.com/news/14613-if-you-really-want-to-confront-misogyny-in-your-party-you-need-to-fix-the-policies

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Pipe Floats Strengthening Pipeline Performance In Demanding Environments

Pipelines often travel through environments that are anything but predictable, water currents shift, terrain changes, and materials keep moving unde...

Why Ceiling Fans Are Essential For Comfort, Efficiency, And Modern Living

Creating a comfortable indoor environment is not just about temperature; it is about how air moves, how a room feels, and how efficiently energy is ...

Why Duct Cleaning In Melbourne Is A Smart Investment For Healthier Living Spaces

Behind your walls, ceilings, and vents lies a network quietly working every day to keep your home comfortable. Yet over time, this system can become...

Disability Service Providers Supporting Inclusive And Independent Living

Finding the right support system can feel like assembling a puzzle where every piece must fit just right. For individuals and families navigating di...

A Beginner's Guide to Owning a Caravan in Australia

Owning a caravan opens up a style of travel that's hard to match for freedom and flexibility. However, for those just starting out, the process of c...

Preparing Your Air Conditioner for Summer: What Most Homeowners Overlook

As temperatures rise, many homeowners switch on their air conditioning for the first time in months — only to find it’s not performing the way i...

What Actually Adds Value to Properties in Newcastle

Newcastle has seen steady growth over the past few years, with more buyers looking beyond Sydney for lifestyle, space, and long-term value. As dema...

What is Design and Build in Construction?

Imagine you’re about to start a new construction project, maybe it’s a custom home or a commercial building. You’ve got the idea, the land, an...

Commercial roof leak detection: why early action protects your building

Water ingress is one of the most disruptive and costly issues facing commercial properties. For property managers and facilities teams, even a minor...

Custom Photo Frames: Turning Everyday Moments into Lasting Displays

Photos capture moments, but how you display them determines how they’re experienced every day. A meaningful photograph deserves more than a generi...

Managed IT Services: A Smarter, More Predictable Way to Run Your Business Technology

If you’ve ever had your systems go down in the middle of a busy day, you’ll know how quickly things can unravel. Phones stop ringing, emails sto...

Landscaping Geelong — Coastal Elegance Meets Practical Design

A Landscape Shaped by Location Geelong occupies a unique position within Victoria’s broader landscape. It carries the energy of a growing city, y...

Electric Adjustable Beds: A Simpler Way To Sleep Better

Sleep should feel natural. It should come easily, without discomfort, without constant repositioning, and without waking up feeling sore. But for ma...

Healthy Snacking Sorted: Premium Beef Jerky

In today's fast-paced world, finding a snack that's both satisfying and genuinely good for you can feel like a mission. Many readily available optio...

What to Know Before Getting Dental Implants: A Guide for First-Time Patients

Dental implants Perth patients often look for a long-term solution for missing teeth without the hassle of dentures or bridges. If you are thinking ...

Why Protective Packaging Matters More Than Ever In Modern Shipping

In today’s fast-paced world of logistics and eCommerce, ensuring that products reach customers safely is a top priority. This is where a bubble wrap...

Pest Control Albury: Protecting Your Property From Hidden Damage And Health Risks

Pests rarely announce their arrival. They creep into spaces quietly, turning small, unnoticed corners into breeding grounds for bigger problems. Tha...

Why Root Canal Treatment Melbourne Is Essential For Saving Natural Teeth

Tooth pain has a way of demanding attention at the worst possible time. When the discomfort becomes persistent and intense, it often signals an infe...