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How fungi's knack for networking boosts ecological recovery after bushfires

  • Written by: Adam Frew, Lecturer, University of Southern Queensland
How fungi's knack for networking boosts ecological recovery after bushfiresDoug Beckers/Flickr, CC BY-SA

The unprecedented bushfires that struck the east coast of Australia this summer killed an estimated one billion animals across millions of hectares.

Scorched landscapes and animal corpses brought into sharp relief what climate-driven changes to wildfire mean for Australia’s plants and animals.

Yet the effects of...

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We are now a nation in self-isolation

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

There’s new official lingo about tackling COVID-19’s economic challenge. A “bridge” is being built to take us to the other side of the crisis.

Meanwhile, the government is preparing a “cushion” for businesses and individuals who are already or soon will be its casualties.

Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe came...

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Alcohol warning labels need to inform women of the true harms of drinking during pregnancy

  • Written by: Elizabeth Elliott, Professor of Paediatrics & Child Health and Director of the Australian Paediatric Surveillance Unit, University of Sydney
Alcohol warning labels need to inform women of the true harms of drinking during pregnancyShutterstock

Federal and state ministers will meet tomorrow to decide whether to compel alcohol manufacturers to include clear labels on all alcohol products that warn against the harms of drinking while pregnant.

The Australian government agreed that pregnancy warning labels should be compulsory for all alcohol products back in 2017.

But only now...

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why should we stay 1.5 metres away from each other?

  • Written by: Philip Russo, Associate Professor, Director Cabrini Monash University Department of Nursing Research, Monash University
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The Australian government is recommending we stay 1.5 metres away from each other, one of several social distancing moves designed to limit spread of the coronavirus.

Why 1.5 metres? Is this our best, practical estimate? Or is there any solid scientific evidence to back it?


Read more: Social distancing: What it is and why...

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  4. Social distancing may be worth it, but we need to talk about economic costs
  5. Australia recognises the threat posted by far-right groups. So, why aren't they listed on the terror register?
  6. Schools are open during the coronavirus outbreak but should I voluntarily keep my kids home anyway, if I can? We asked five experts
  7. Our politicians are not fit to oversee the coronavirus response. It's time they got out of the way
  8. How super could soften the financial blow of coronavirus
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  10. Why New Zealand needs to continue decisive action to contain coronavirus
  11. Coronavirus may end up being a major player in the US presidential election
  12. Why working families need parks and playgrounds more than ever
  13. Victoria quietly lifted its gas exploration pause but banned fracking for good. It’s bad news for the climate
  14. this ancient four-limbed fish reveals the origins of the human hand
  15. No, Australia is not putting teachers in the coronavirus firing line. Their risk is very low
  16. Should I cancel my wedding? My kid's birthday party? Why the government has banned indoor gatherings of over 100 people
  17. Why Singapore's coronavirus response worked – and what we can all learn
  18. How to clean your house to prevent the spread of coronavirus and other infections
  19. some routines not to break if coronavirus means you have to work from home
  20. Australia will likely hit a peak in coronavirus cases around flu season
  21. Kids at home because of coronavirus? Here are 4 ways to keep them happy (without resorting to Netflix)
  22. pros and cons to the coronavirus spread on social media
  23. Desperately seeking toilet paper, pasta or hand sanitiser? Some relief is just weeks away
  24. Telcos are picking up where the NBN is failing. Here's what it means for you
  25. Can coronavirus spread through food? Can anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen make it worse? Coronavirus claims checked by experts
  26. enlist childcare workers as nannies for health workers
  27. Coronavirus puts casual workers at risk of homelessness unless they get more support
  28. Morrison government bans indoor gatherings of 100 people, and tells Australians 'don't go overseas'
  29. Why releasing some prisoners is essential to stop the spread of coronavirus
  30. an opportunity for sustainable tourism
  31. I've spent 14 years on bushfire front lines and seen courage in the face of death
  32. A simpler life begins at home – key tips from people who've done it
  33. Sonia Revid created public health ballet at the height of 'dance fever'
  34. MPs aim for lightning sitting on stimulus, as third parliamentarian contracts virus
  35. We're bringing you the best information we can on Coronavirus
  36. The coronavirus looks less deadly than first reported, but it's definitely not 'just a flu'
  37. Social distancing can make you lonely. Here's how to stay connected when you're in lockdown
  38. the Reserve Bank's plan for when cash rate cuts no longer work
  39. The 'herd immunity' route to fighting coronavirus is unethical and potentially dangerous
  40. Why are older people more at risk of coronavirus?
  41. New Zealand outstrips Australia, UK and US with $12 billion coronavirus package for business and people in isolation
  42. How a time of panic buying could yet bring us together
  43. what closing schools and childcare centres would mean for parents and casual staff
  44. what are the laws mandating self-isolation and how will they be enforced?
  45. Australian arts need a stimulus package. Here is what it should look like
  46. Why haven't the Olympics been cancelled from coronavirus? That's the A$20bn question
  47. Why NZ's tough coronavirus travel rules are crucial to protecting lives at home and across the Pacific
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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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Portable Toilet Hygiene Standards Explained: Clean vs Sanitised vs Disinfected

In portable toilet servicing, the words clean, sanitised, and disinfected often get used as if they mean the same thing. They don’t. And that difference matters because a unit can look tidy and still ...

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Options Available When a Company Faces Financial Distress

Financial distress can develop gradually or arrive suddenly, and when it does, the decisions made in the early stages often determine what options remain available later. Directors who act promptly ...

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Australia is not short on spectacular walks. You can follow ocean cliffs in Victoria, cross ancien...

Why Pre-Purchase Building Inspections Are Essential Before Buying a Home in Australia

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