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Australia has hundreds of programs to get women into science, but are they working? Time to find out

  • Written by: Lisa Harvey-Smith, Professor and Australian Government’s Women in STEM Ambassador, UNSW

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics, collectively known as STEM, are vitally important for keeping Australia competitive in a technology-driven world.

But despite STEM’s importance, we are not training enough people with skills in vital areas such as digital technologies and engineering to make the most of these business...

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Morrison government pledges funds to help states with health burden of COVID-19

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

The Morrison government has announced a funding partnership with the states expected to see A$1 billion extra spent to deal with health costs around the coronavirus.

Scott Morrison said the Commonwealth would provide money on a matching 50-50 basis.

The federal government “will pay 50% of the additional costs incurred by state and territory...

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More 'sports rort' questions for Morrison after Bridget McKenzie speaks out

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

Scott Morrison is facing new questioning over the sports rorts affair, after former cabinet minister Bridget McKenzie issued a statement denying she had made last-minute changes to a list of grants.

Evidence to a Senate estimate committee from the Audit Office this week reinforced allegations the Prime Minister’s Office - which exchanged...

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A toilet paper run is like a bank run. The economic fixes are about the same

  • Written by: Alfredo R. Paloyo, Senior Lecturer in Economics, University of Wollongong
A toilet paper run is like a bank run. The economic fixes are about the sameShutterstock

Panic buying knows no borders.

Shoppers in Australia, Japan, Hong Kong and the United States have caught toilet paper fever on the back of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Shop shelves are being emptied as quickly as they can be stocked.

Read more: Why are people stockpiling toilet paper? We asked four experts

This panic buying is...

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  1. COVID-19 death toll estimated to reach 3,900 by next Friday, according to AI modelling
  2. Sexual harassment claims are costly and complex – can this be fixed?
  3. Michelle Grattan on the escalation of coronavirus and the economy
  4. Australian and US rate cuts underline seriousness of the coronavirus crisis
  5. Denied full participation, Catholic women mobilise for change
  6. More money for private schools won't make Australia's education fairer, no matter how you split it
  7. Sure, save furry animals after the bushfires – but our river creatures are suffering too
  8. Which aged care services near you weren't up to scratch in 2019?
  9. How 'Earthships' could make rebuilding safer in bushfire zones
  10. Truganini and the bloody backstory to Victoria's first public execution
  11. Ransomware attack on sheep farmers shows there's no room for woolly thinking in cyber security
  12. Can Scott Morrison match Kevin Rudd in keeping Australia out of recession in a global crisis?
  13. Keith Pitt on the Murray-Darling Basin, the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility, and Nuclear Power
  14. When there's nowhere to escape, a bushfire-safe room could be your last resort
  15. 3 things government must do now to keep Australian content alive
  16. Economic growth near an end as Treasury talks of prolonged coronavirus downturn
  17. No, pregnant women aren't primed to 'nest'. It's a myth that sets women up for a lifetime of housework
  18. It's now Biden v Sanders as Super Tuesday narrows the field for the Democratic nomination
  19. Malaysia takes a turn to the right, and many of its people are worried
  20. Why are people stockpiling toilet paper? We asked four experts
  21. NSW building certification bill still lets developers off the hook
  22. We should use 'I' more in academic writing – there is benefit to first-person perspective
  23. What are 'heat not burn' products and are they any safer than traditional cigarettes?
  24. why drug sellers see the internet as a lucrative safe haven
  25. fakes, body doubles and mirrors from the analog to the digital lens
  26. Biden easily wins Super Tuesday after strong comeback in past few days
  27. Support package gains shape as GDP turning point swamped
  28. Does your child know more about dinosaurs than dugongs? Perhaps they're reading the wrong books
  29. NZ's fossil fuel investment ban for popular KiwiSaver funds is more political than ethical
  30. How do we detect if coronavirus is spreading in the community?
  31. what are the Australian government's powers to quarantine people in a coronavirus outbreak?
  32. Australian police are using the Clearview AI facial recognition system with no accountability
  33. Netanyahu set to survive another knife-edge Israeli election
  34. transform your garden or balcony into a wildlife haven
  35. Elite boys' schools like St Kevin's were set up to breed hyper-masculinity, which can easily turn toxic
  36. Lasting peace in Afghanistan now relies on the Taliban standing by its word. This has many Afghans concerned
  37. why can some organs regenerate while others can't?
  38. Today's GDP figures won't tell us whether life is getting better -- here's what can
  39. this parrot can predict the chances of something happening
  40. how crime books embraced lurid green
  41. COVID-19 has now reached New Zealand. How prepared is it to deal with a pandemic?
  42. One word repeated 9 times explains why the Reserve Bank cut: it's "coronavirus"
  43. AAP closure is the end of an era for unsung heroes of journalism
  44. The closure of AAP is yet another blow to public interest journalism in Australia
  45. How much food should my child be eating? And how can I get them to eat more healthily?
  46. After a summer of extremes, here's what to expect this autumn
  47. Beethoven's only opera bristles with contemporary relevance
  48. Why Modi's India has become a dangerous place for Muslims
  49. The first economic modelling of coronavirus scenarios is grim for Australia, the world
  50. The world may lose half its sandy beaches by 2100. It’s not too late to save most of them

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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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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South African Consular Services Expand to Six Australian Cities

South Africans living in Adelaide, Brisbane and Canberra will now be able to access passport, identi...

How Long Does a Solar Home Battery Last? LFP Cycles and Warranty Explained

A battery does not usually reach its advertised cycle count and suddenly stop working. Capacity ch...

How to Hire a Nanny: A Complete Guide for Families

Finding the right childcare professional can make everyday family life easier and give parents gre...

The Blue-Collar Shortage Employers Can't Solve With More Applicants

Australia's hiring market has cooled considerably since the post-pandemic frenzy of 2021 and 2022. F...

The Playground as Classroom: How Line Markings Are Reinforcing What Students Learn Inside

For a long time, the playground was treated as a break from learning rather than part of it. A place...

How Technology Is Changing the Way Gardens Are Maintained

Garden maintenance has always been a hands on ritual. Mowing on a schedule, watering by instinct, an...

One Blocked Drain Can Become a Whole House Plumbing Problem: How It Happens

A blocked hand basin feels local. So does a slow shower. Homeowners naturally focus on the fixture...

AI in Marketing: From Experiment to Everyday Tool

For the past couple of years, artificial intelligence in marketing has mostly lived in the "let's se...

What Businesses Can Do to Make Sustainability More Practical Day to Day

Sustainability can sound like a huge corporate project, something tied to annual reports, long-term ...