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Live odds ban debate exposes sport and gambling's uncomfortable mutual dependency

  • Written by: David Rowe, Professor of Cultural Research, Institute for Culture and Society, Western Sydney University
imageLogos of betting companies and the odds on sporting outcomes are now impossible to avoid, at the ground or on TV.AAP/Julian Smith

Watching sport on TV may not exactly be a healthy activity, but it should at least do more good than harm. Yet viewers are exposed to all manner of advertising and promotional messages extolling the dubious-but-seductive...

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How the politics of the budget might play out for a government in trouble

  • Written by: Carol Johnson, Professor of Politics, University of Adelaide
imageThis budget, led by Scott Morrison and Malcolm Turnbull, will form part of the government's repositioning as an advocate of equal opportunity and fairness.AAP/Mick Tsikas

Given months of polls that show Labor ahead and damaging internal disunity, the politics of this budget are extremely tricky for the government to manage.

It is not just that Tony...

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Turnbull government aims to distance itself from its predecessor with the 2017-18 budget

  • Written by: Saul Eslake, Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow, University of Tasmania

One of the primary objectives of the 2017-18 budget is likely to be to put some distance - politically and in terms of economic policy - between the Turnbull government and its predecessor, that of former Prime Minister Tony Abbott.

The Abbott government came to office with a view that any and all public debt was “bad”, and that...

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The future of flying cars: science fact or science fiction

  • Written by: Jonathan Roberts, Professor in Robotics, Queensland University of Technology
imageWill flying cars ever really take off?Shutterstock/Pavel Chagochkin

Uber has shaken up the taxi industry and is trying to put driverless cars on our roads. Now the company aims to have flying ride-sharing vehicles in our skies by 2020.

Uber is not alone in working towards flying cars. But is this realistic, or just marketing hype?

To many of us, the...

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  1. Ten years after the crisis, what is happening to the world's bees?
  2. Junk food packaging hijacks the same brain processes as drug and alcohol addiction
  3. Guide to the classics: the Epic of Gilgamesh
  4. Off the plan: shelter, the future and the problems in between
  5. Technology, once thought the enabler of democracy, is threatening to kill it off
  6. Catholics vow to go hard in schools fight with government
  7. The agile working style started in tech but it could work for banks
  8. The great climate silence: we are on the edge of the abyss but we ignore it
  9. Obamacare repeal vote shows power of US hard right
  10. Gene drives may cause a revolution, but safeguards and public engagement are needed
  11. Vaccinate your puppies – a new strain of parvo has been found in Australia
  12. What happens when scientists stand up for science
  13. The strange accounting behind the proposed HECS changes
  14. Leave budget forecasting to Treasury: economists
  15. For cities, hosting major sporting events is a double-edged sword
  16. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the government's education reforms
  17. World Trade Organisation gives Australia's plain tobacco packs the (draft) thumbs up
  18. Beware the hype – springy soles won’t make you run much faster
  19. Weekly Quiz: which Australian author wrote The Spare Room?
  20. Why older Australians don't downsize and the limits to what the government can do about it
  21. Sustainable shopping: here's how to find coffee that doesn't cost the Earth
  22. Le Pen vs Macron: after an acrimonious debate, the French will now choose their next president
  23. Vital Signs: why the government still thinks it can 'grow away' the deficit
  24. Friday essay: caring for country and telling its stories
  25. Food as medicine: how what you eat shapes the health of your lungs
  26. The rise of the pro-player as Australia hosts its richest computer gaming event
  27. Higher-density cities need greening to stay healthy and liveable
  28. Teachers shouldn't have to manage behaviour issues by themselves - schools need to support them
  29. Politics podcast: Simon Birmingham on the government's education reforms
  30. Grattan on Friday: Catholic backlash over schools policy lights another Abbott-Turnbull spark
  31. Facebook turns to real people to fix its violent video problem
  32. 'A government without newspapers': why everyone should care about the cuts at Fairfax
  33. An act of faith: watching The Young Pope
  34. How urban bushland improves our health and why planners need to listen
  35. Highlighting 'good and bad' debt will make it harder to fund social programs
  36. New drugs on the PBS: what they do and why we need them
  37. China’s Eurasian gambit needs to be taken seriously
  38. Why biased budget forecasts make poor politics
  39. Explainer: how will the changes to HELP student loans affect you?
  40. The Cashless Debit Card Trial is working and it is vital – here's why
  41. When a suburb's turn for gentrification comes ...
  42. Food as medicine: your brain really does want you to eat more veggies
  43. Space bling: 'jewelled' LAGEOS satellites help us to measure the Earth
  44. Can art put us in touch with our feelings about climate change?
  45. Mythbusting Ancient Rome - Caligula's Horse
  46. Three Little Words and Best Self Nonsense
  47. Abbott questions Turnbull's schools plan
  48. NATSEM models the impact of HELP changes
  49. Politics podcast: John Hewson on the budget climate
  50. Disappearing act: take two for the Moon and Regulus

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

Effective communication helps teams stay organised, share ideas and keep track of important information. While digital tools are now common in many workplaces, a whiteboard continues to provide a simp...

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

Starting out as an Uber driver in Melbourne is not as complicated as it sounds but getting the vehicle right is where most new drivers get stuck. Uber has strict requirements around vehicle age, condi...

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...

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The Daily Magazine

Elevate Your Morning Routine with Cafe-Style Coffee at Home with the Right Coffee Machine

There's something magical about that first sip of coffee in the morning. It’s more than just a bev...

Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

NDIS support coordination explained means understanding how a professional can help participants n...

When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

Divorce involves more than completing an online application. It can affect parenting arrangements, p...

How to Choose a Reliable Hot Water System Installer on the Gold Coast

Choosing a reliable installer is just as important as choosing the right hot water system. A qualifi...

How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

Digital promotion has become increasingly complex. Businesses communicate with customers through w...

Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...