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Coronavirus is killing Australia's lobster export market

  • Written by: Eva Plaganyi, Principal Research Scientist, CSIRO
Coronavirus is killing Australia's lobster export marketShutterstock

Currents are strong around the Torres Strait Islands, lying between Australia’s northern-most tip and Papua New Guinea.

When the tidal conditions are right and the waters relatively still, though, up to 230 islanders – a sizeable percentage of the islands’ roughly 4,000 indigenous inhabitants – will board small...

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Here are 5 practical ways trees can help us survive climate change

  • Written by: Gregory Moore, Doctor of Botany, University of Melbourne
Here are 5 practical ways trees can help us survive climate changeShutterstock

As the brutal reality of climate change dawned this summer, you may have asked yourself a hard question: am I well-prepared to live in a warmer world?

There are many ways we can ready ourselves for climate change. I’m an urban forestry scientist, and since the 1980s I’ve been preparing students to work with trees as the...

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how America's General Motors sold us the Australian dream

  • Written by: Jack Fahey, PhD Candidate, Department of Archaeology and History, La Trobe University
how America's General Motors sold us the Australian dreamState Library Victoria

General Motors has announced the Holden brand will be “retired” in 2021.

This week’s announcement has been a long time coming. The Holden brand has been in a state of terminal decline since General Motors ceased local manufacturing in October 2017. A once-dominant presence in the everyday life of...

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Why the global battle over Huawei could prove more disruptive than Trump's trade war with China

  • Written by: Tony Walker, Adjunct Professor, School of Communications, La Trobe University
Why the global battle over Huawei could prove more disruptive than Trump's trade war with ChinaRungroj Yongrit/EPA

China’s ambassador to Australia, Cheng Jingye, let the cat out of the bag this week when he lambasted Canberra over its decision to exclude Huawei from the build-out of Australia’s 5G network.

In uncharacteristically sharp diplomatic language, Cheng described Australia’s campaign against Huawei as...

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  2. Yes, the system needs to be better. But here's how to ensure your child can access the NDIS if they need it
  3. Cook250
  4. These plants and animals are now flourishing as life creeps back after bushfires
  5. Podcast series Oz Gothic breathes new life into Australian gothic storytelling
  6. Court ruling against ABC highlights the enormous deficiency in laws protecting journalists' sources
  7. Why Australians fell out of love with Holdens
  8. Books in a post-f@#^ world. Are we all sworn out yet?
  9. Coles says these toys promote healthy eating. I say that's rubbish
  10. 65,000-year-old plant remains show the earliest Australians spent plenty of time cooking
  11. Nearly 80% of Australians affected in some way by the bushfires, new survey shows
  12. Home-owning older Australians should pay more for residential aged care
  13. Our trade talks with Europe and Britain are set to become climate talks
  14. Constitutional recognition for Indigenous Australians must involve structural change, not mere symbolism
  15. West Gate Tunnel saga shows risk of 'lock-in' on mega-projects pitched by business
  16. Rain has eased the dry, but more is needed to break the drought
  17. Aussie Rules players risk injuring hands and wrists too
  18. Major airlines say they're acting on climate change. Our research reveals how little they've achieved
  19. In the midst of an LNG export boom, why are we getting so little for our gas?
  20. If you're preparing students for 21st century jobs, you're behind the times
  21. here's how we can crack this
  22. Parasite's win is the perfect excuse to get stuck into genre-bending and exciting Korean cinema
  23. Critical minerals are vital for renewable energy. We must learn to mine them responsibly
  24. Queensland’s election year shadowed by federal in-fighting, scandals and voter fatigue
  25. Quality childcare has become a necessity for Australian families, and for society. It's time the government paid up
  26. NZ's classical music station is not safe yet. It now needs innovation and leadership
  27. Gaetjens criticises McKenzie's handling of grants decisions, but defends his finding funding wasn't politically biased
  28. Michelle Grattan on an embarrassed government, sports rorts, and the corona virus
  29. Saying sex increases cancer risk is neither totally correct, nor in any way helpful
  30. Today's disease names are less catchy, but also less likely to cause stigma
  31. Here's why the WHO says a coronavirus vaccine is 18 months away
  32. To save these threatened seahorses, we built them 5-star underwater hotels
  33. There's no evidence the new coronavirus spreads through the air – but it's still possible
  34. recovering letters of love written for Noongar children
  35. New tools help communities measure and reduce their emissions locally
  36. a connected world makes this coronavirus scarier, but also helps us deal with it
  37. Collective trauma is real, and could hamper Australian communities' bushfire recovery
  38. Morrison can only look on as Nationals 'wicked problem' damages his government
  39. High-tech shortages loom as coronavirus shutdowns hit manufacturers
  40. I'm taking glucosamine for my arthritis. So what's behind the new advice to stop?
  41. A stamp of approval for legendary sports commentators
  42. Heavy rains are great news for Sydney's dams, but they come with a big caveat
  43. Nationals have long valued stable leadership and being strong Coalition partners – this shouldn't change now
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  46. the courts say a valid will can take many forms
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  49. Looking on the bright side, The Leunig Fragments film skips dark truths
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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 strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

As Australian healthcare providers grapple with unprecedented operational bottlenecks, a new nearshore model is quietly transforming patient care delivery. Forward-thinking organisations,  including...

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Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

In today’s competitive logistics and supply chain industry, businesses are constantly looking for ways to reduce operational costs without compromising efficiency and reliability. One of the most prac...

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How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

The growth of e-commerce and modern retail has transformed customer expectations. Consumers now expect fast shipping, accurate order processing, and seamless delivery experiences regardless of where...

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Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

Reducing business costs doesn’t always mean cutting staff, shrinking services or making the workplace feel bare-bones. In many cases, the smarter savings are hiding in everyday operations: the light...

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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

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Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...

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The Hidden Engineering Problem Inside Australia's Older Housing Stock

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