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4 pivotal elections around the world that will pose a test …

Amid increasing polarisation, disinformation and economic anxieties, the health of representative de...

My home is in a district facing extreme or catastrophic fir…

The Longwood fire on the night of January 7, 2026GettyAcross Australia there are a number of fire di...

Victoria bushfires at a glance

The Longwood fire from Mt Wombat, January 8, 2025Erika Smyth/FacebookVictoria is bracing for potenti...

Roads can become more dangerous on hot days – especially for pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists

Munbaik Cycling Clothing/UnsplashDuring heatwaves, everyday life tends to feel more difficult than on an average day. Travel and daily movement are no exception.But while most of us know rain, fog and...

Who’s going to the ballot box this year? Here’s the election state of play

This article covers the March South Australian state election and November Victorian state election. The United States will hold midterm elections in November, giving Democrats an opportunity to take ...

Cyclones get names but deadly heatwaves don’t. Should Australia personalise severe weather?

Luis Graterol/Unsplash, CC BYAustralia’s climate is changing rapidly due to rising global greenhouse gas emissions. Extreme weather events such as tropical cyclones, east coast low pressure syst...

Yes, forest trees die of old age. But the warming climate is killing them faster
Kara Peak/Unsplah, CC BYAcross Australia, forests are quietly changing. Trees that once stood for decades or centuries are now dying at an accelerating rate. And this is not because of fire, storms, o…
How smart home materials can shield us from extreme heat and cut energy bills all year
Robin Kutesa, CC BYAustralia is getting hotter. Climate change is driving more frequent and prolonged extreme heatwaves and our homes are struggling to keep up. Alarmingly, many Australian houses &nda…
Your say: week beginning January 5
Every day, we publish a selection of your emails in our newsletter. We’d love to hear from you, you can email us at yoursay@theconversation.edu.au.Tuesday January 6Other ways to educate“Re…
Not just a ‘woman’s hobby’ – why more men are picking up sewing, and why you should too
Unsplash/Wiktoria Skrzekotowska, CC BYMen have started sewing up a storm, driving a culture shift that challenges the traditional notion of sewing as a “women’s hobby”.The COVID pand…
Do I have to rinse out my swimsuit after the pool? A textile scientist has the answer
Summer means sunshine, beach days, and afternoons by the pool … which means wearing swimwear and looking after it. But while we enjoy those carefree summer days, pool chemicals, UV rays from su…
What is autistic burnout? And what can you do about it?
Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people. Think about a trip to your local cafe. You might have patrons crammed into small spaces…
An attack on left-wing, literary ‘culture police’ displays the flawed thinking it aims to critique
Patt Vielma/Pexels, CC BY-NC-NDAdam Szetela’s That Book Is Dangerous! makes the case that we exist in the “Sensitivity Era”. According to Szetela, American literature – in part…
Before toppling Maduro, the US spent decades pressuring Venezuelan leaders over its oil wealth
After US special forces swooped into Caracas to seize Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and topple his government, US President Donald Trump said the United States will now “run” …
Trump’s intervention in Venezuela: the 3 warnings for the world
The January 3 US military operation in Venezuela seizing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Adela Flores de Maduro, was in equal measure audacious and illegal under international law…

Building Inspections in Pakenham: Protecting Your Property Investment
Buying or maintaining a property is one of the most significant financial decisions people make, a…
What are the benefits of using a vendor advocate when selling a property
A vendor advocate can be a huge asset when you're navigating the complexities of working with vendor…
How Property Advisory Services Help Buyers And Investors Make Smarter Real Estate Decisions
Navigating the property market can feel complicated, especially when factors like economic shifts…
Passive First, Active Second: Choosing The Right Sequence For Upgrades In Older Sydney Buildings
If you manage an older building in Sydney, you’ve probably asked yourself whether to spend on alarms…
The Rise of PropTech in Australia: What It Means for Buyers and Agents
Australia's real estate market has changed a lot in the last ten years, and it has been a very quiet…
Upgrade, Don’t Relocate: How a Home Lift Can Add Value to Your Property
The Australian housing market is showing positive signs for 2026. A recent Housing Industry Australi…

4 pivotal elections around the world that will pose a test …

My home is in a district facing extreme or catastrophic fir…

Victoria bushfires at a glance

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Roads can become more dangerous on hot days – especially for pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists

Who’s going to the ballot box this year? Here’s the election state of play

Cyclones get names but deadly heatwaves don’t. Should Australia personalise severe weather?

Yes, forest trees die of old age. But the warming climate is killing them faster

How smart home materials can shield us from extreme heat and cut energy bills all year

Your say: week beginning January 5

Not just a ‘woman’s hobby’ – why more men are picking up sewing, and why you should too

Do I have to rinse out my swimsuit after the pool? A textile scientist has the answer

What is autistic burnout? And what can you do about it?

An attack on left-wing, literary ‘culture police’ displays the flawed thinking it aims to critique

Before toppling Maduro, the US spent decades pressuring Venezuelan leaders over its oil wealth

Trump’s intervention in Venezuela: the 3 warnings for the world

Building Inspections in Pakenham: Protecting Your Property Investment

What are the benefits of using a vendor advocate when selling a property

How Property Advisory Services Help Buyers And Investors Make Smarter Real Estate Decisions

Passive First, Active Second: Choosing The Right Sequence For Upgrades In Older Sydney Buildings

The Rise of PropTech in Australia: What It Means for Buyers and Agents

Upgrade, Don’t Relocate: How a Home Lift Can Add Value to Your Property

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