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training a new generation of performers about intimacy, safety and creativity

  • Written by: David Shirley, Edith Cowan University
training a new generation of performers about intimacy, safety and creativityNormal People/IMDB

In his surprisingly dark and often shocking account of life at a New York performing arts school, Alan Parker’s Fame (1980) exposes the way youthful exuberance and vulnerability are easy prey for those who manipulate and abuse their position.

The fim depicts public humiliation, shaming, racism, attempted suicide, drug abuse...

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People need to see the benefits from local renewable energy projects, and that means jobs

  • Written by: Tom Morton, Associate Professor, Journalism, Stream Leader, Climate Justice Research Centre, University of Technology Sydney
People need to see the benefits from local renewable energy projects, and that means jobsHoliday Point/Flickr, CC BY

The Australian government’s investment roadmap for low-emissions technologies promises more taxpayers’ money to the gas industry but fails to deliver the policy needed for people to support a transition to renewable energy.

It ignores what academic experts, the CSIRO, the Australian Energy Market Operator,...

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Closing the Gap measures need to be changed to improve outcomes. Here's how

  • Written by: Fiona Stanley, Perinatal and pediatric epidemiologist; distinguished professorial fellow, Telethon Kids Institute
Closing the Gap measures need to be changed to improve outcomes. Here's howAAP/Mick Tsikas

The 2020 Closing the Gap Report was tabled in federal parliament on February 12. It showed there are still significant gaps in almost all of the targets. Only early child education attendance and year 12 attainments were on track.

We believe these goals may be better achieved by comparing outcomes within the diverse Aboriginal and...

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Labor party's dirty linen on display at bad time for Anthony Albanese

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

The notion that Nine’s 60 Minutes revelations about the appalling shenanigans of Victorian Labor power broker Adem Somyurek were a total surprise to ALP insiders deserves a horse laugh.

As one federal source says, anyone with any knowledge of the party’s factions knew this character ran the right in Victoria, based on branch stacks. It...

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  2. Girls score the same in maths and science as boys, but higher in arts – this may be why they are less likely to pick STEM careers
  3. At least 100,000 children have a parent who is arrested each year. There are no proper systems to protect them.
  4. the toxic cost of wood-fired heaters
  5. The law is clear – border testing is enforceable. So why did New Zealand's quarantine system break down?
  6. rediscovering the true value of knowledge and ideas
  7. how Botswana is adopting the ancient burning of Indigenous Australians
  8. how Menzies transformed Australian political debate
  9. The sorry part is easy – why true racial diversity in the arts will take more than words
  10. Getting back on the beers after lockdown? Here's what you should know
  11. little things count to help refugees belong
  12. modern slavery in Australia hides in plain sight
  13. Australian musicians balance multiple roles to make their careers work
  14. why we must fight miners' push to fast-track uranium mines
  15. Huge locust swarms are threatening food security, but drones could help stop them
  16. After coronavirus, universities must collaborate with communities to support social transition
  17. Clive Hamilton and Richard McGregor on Australia-China relations
  18. Tensions rise on the Korean peninsula – and they are unlikely to recede any time soon
  19. China and India's deadly Himalayan clash is a big test for Modi. And a big concern for the world.
  20. South Australia will re-open its borders to some states, but not others. Is that constitutional?
  21. the cheap, old and boring drug that's a potential coronavirus treatment
  22. Pokémon Go wants to make 3D scans of the whole world for 'planet-scale augmented reality experiences'. Is that good?
  23. People are marching to stop deaths in custody. Could suing the police help?
  24. how American slave-owners started again in Australia
  25. Energy giants want to thwart reforms that would help renewables and lower power bills
  26. Think slavery in Australia was all in the past? Think again
  27. Feeling hopeless? There are things you can do to create and maintain hope in a post-coronavirus world
  28. What adds value to your house? How to decide between renovating and moving
  29. 'Shovel-ready' projects ignore important aspects of community resilience
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  31. Mr Morrison, you can cut 'green tape' without harming nature – but it'll take money and gumption
  32. Labor's branch stacking scandal is a problem for the whole party. Not just Victoria.
  33. how to travel the world from home
  34. Australia Post can't turn back. Here's why
  35. Finding beauty in code – 5 ways digital poetry combines human and computer languages
  36. Councils often ignore residents on social media. How can digital platforms ensure they have a say in planning?
  37. Social media platforms need to do more to stop junk food marketers targeting children
  38. Foreign Minister Payne pledges continued fight against Chinese 'disinformation'
  39. Steve Bracks and Jenny Macklin installed to run crisis-ridden Victorian ALP
  40. 2 new COVID-19 cases in New Zealand, but elimination of community transmission still stands
  41. 10 ways Aboriginal Australians made English their own
  42. should bosses be able to spy on workers, even when they work from home?
  43. Cats wreak havoc on native wildlife, but we’ve found one adorable species outsmarting them
  44. Trust, democracy and COVID-19: A British perspective
  45. Planning a snow holiday? How to reduce your coronavirus risk at Thredbo, Perisher or Mount Buller
  46. what does the law say about secret recordings and the public interest?
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  48. The number of climate deniers in Australia is more than double the global average, new survey finds
  49. how Australia's wine industry can adapt to climate change
  50. Karm Gilespie's case cannot be separated completely from strained Sino-Australian relations

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

The New Front Door Nobody Told You About Something changed. Quietly. Without a press release. The way buyers find businesses in Australia has been rewired. Not replaced, rewired. Google isn't dead...

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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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

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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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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Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

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Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

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How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

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How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

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What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

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