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We must fight climate change like it's World War III – here are 4 potent weapons to deploy

  • Written by: David Blair, Emeritus Professor, ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery, OzGrav, University of Western Australia
We must fight climate change like it's World War III – here are 4 potent weapons to deployLukas Coch/AAP

This article is part of a series in The Conversation on radical ideas to solve the environmental crisis.

In 1896 Swedish scientist Svante Arrhenius explored whether Earth’s temperatures were influenced by the presence of heat-absorbing gases in the atmosphere. He calculated that if carbon dioxide concentrations doubled, global...

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How will coronavirus affect property prices?

  • Written by: Nigel Stapledon, Research Fellow in Real Estate, Centre for Applied Economic Research, UNSW
How will coronavirus affect property prices?shutterstock

It’s one of the most Googled questions since the coronavirus and COVID-19 outbreak: how will coronavirus affect house prices?

The bottom line is it will be negative - prices will go down. People, up until now, have been talking about the property market developing a bit of momentum, with the interest cuts we had last year and the...

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Scientists find burnt, starving koalas weeks after the bushfires

  • Written by: Romane H. Cristescu, Posdoc in Ecology, University of the Sunshine Coast
Scientists find burnt, starving koalas weeks after the bushfiresdavid Mariuz/AAP

The plight of koalas during the recent bushfire crisis made headlines here and abroad. But the emergency for our wildlife is not over. Koalas that survived the flames are now dying from starvation, dehydration, smoke inhalation and other hazards.

Over the past three weeks in one wildlife conservation property alone, our rescue team...

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Morrison, compassion and coronavirus: when crisis refines leadership

  • Written by: Sen Sendjaya, Professor of Leadership, Swinburne University of Technology

News that the Morrison government paid A$190,000 last year for advice on how to empathise with the Australian people was met with ridicule.

Yet it might be worth the money.

In late January, Morrison was continually criticised for appearing to lack compassion over the bushfires.

He himself said, “there are things I could have handed on the...

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  4. remembering a time when we were outraged
  5. Scott Morrison announces mandatory self-isolation for all overseas arrivals and gives up shaking hands
  6. NZ's decision to close its borders will hurt tourism but it's the right thing to do
  7. your coronavirus and COVID-19 questions answered by experts
  8. your questions answered by virus experts
  9. Coronavirus hits at the heart of Morrison's government, with Peter Dutton infected
  10. 5 ways to manage your news consumption in times of crisis
  11. the federal government is playing a risky game with mixed messages on coronavirus
  12. what they are, how they spread and how they make you sick
  13. what you need to know to prepare and respond
  14. Australia must prepare for the social and psychological impacts of a coronavirus lockdown
  15. Air-dropping poisoned meat to kill bush predators hasn't worked in the past, and it's unlikely to help now
  16. Michelle Grattan on the coronavirus pandemic and the government's stimulus
  17. 150 Psalms is a monumental choral event
  18. When your house has a (disturbing) history, what should buyers be told about its ‘past’?
  19. Stadiums are emptying out globally. So why have Australian sports been so slow to act?
  20. 502 Bad Gateway
  21. projecting light onto a dark history – how mid-century cinema resurrected Port Arthur’s convict past
  22. Remembering my friend, and why there is no right way to mourn the Christchurch attacks
  23. The many faces of social housing – home to 1 in 10 Australians
  24. For decades, scientists puzzled over the plastic 'missing' from our oceans – but now it's been found
  25. Morrison's coronavirus package is a good start, but he'll probably have to spend more
  26. Will many people be too worried to spend the cash splashed their way?
  27. Australian schools are closing because of coronavirus, but should they be?
  28. Want to Skype your GP to avoid exposure to the coronavirus? Here's what you need to know about the new telehealth option
  29. The coronavirus stimulus program is Labor's in disguise, as it should be
  30. Cash handout of $750 for 6.5 million pensioners and others receiving government payments
  31. Here's why tiny ants have invaded your house, and what to do about it
  32. Shirin Neshat and the dream space that contemporary Persian art can unlock
  33. Coronavirus is a huge story, so journalists must apply the highest ethical standards in how they tell it
  34. The coronavirus pandemic is forcing us to ask some very hard questions. But are we ready for the answers?
  35. Working at home to avoid coronavirus? This tech lets you (almost) replicate the office
  36. how a heroine on Australia's small screen became a global phenomenon
  37. Taking US oil in a global crisis sounds good on paper, but it won't do much for Australia's energy security
  38. on-demand services bring public transport to the suburbs
  39. Christchurch's legacy of fighting violent extremism online must go further – deep into the dark web
  40. Big stimulus package to splash cash, including $25,000 to small and medium-sized businesses
  41. telehealth may limit coronavirus spread, but there's more we can do to protect health workers
  42. Putin for life? Many Russians may desire leadership change, but don't see a viable alternative
  43. 8 tips on what to tell your kids about coronavirus
  44. Australia's privacy watchdog is taking Facebook to court. It's a good start
  45. get your coronavirus analysis and advice direct from the experts
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  48. How dung beetles engineer better ecosystems in Australia
  49. writer and 'queer nomad' Stephen House on the gritty lifestyle of an artist
  50. The deep evolutionary links between monogamy and fatherhood are more complicated than we thought

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

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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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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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What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

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

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Australia’s Best Walking Trails and the Shoes You Need to Tackle Them

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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