Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

A snapshot of children's health in Australia

  • Written by: Alexandra Hansen, Editor, The Conversation
imageThe overall infant mortality rate more than halved between 1986 and 2014. from www.shutterstock.com.au

Today, we we start our series looking at health conditions in children. Later in the week, we’ll have articles about childhood migraines, bed-wetting in older kids, and nightmares and night terrors.

The infographic below provides a snapshot...

Read more …

Do kids grow out of childhood asthma?

  • Written by: Louisa Owens, PhD Candidate and Staff Specialist at Sydney Children’s Hospital, University of Western Australia
imageAsthma affects different children in different ways.from www.shutterstock.com.au

This is the first article in our series looking at health conditions in children. Later in the week, we’ll have articles about childhood migraines, bed-wetting in older kids, and nightmares and night terrors.


When a child is diagnosed with asthma, parents usually...

Read more …

GPs unlikely to pick up certain cancers right away because it's not the most likely diagnosis

  • Written by: Jon Emery, Professor of Primary Care Cancer Research, University of Melbourne
imageCT scans are expensive and carry their own risks, so a GP won't send you for one without good reason. www.shutterstock.com

Diagnosing cancer early is important for improving the chances of long-term survival from the disease. Perceived delays in cancer diagnosis are a common cause of distress for patients and their families – and a frequent...

Read more …

What's next for asylum seekers under a re-elected Turnbull government?

  • Written by: Maria O'Sullivan, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law, and Associate, Castan Centre for Human Rights Law, Monash University
imageThe government’s first priority should be to improve conditions in offshore detention centres in Nauru and Papua New Guinea.AAP/Eoin Blackwell

Dealing with refugee flows requires sophisticated policies that reflect both domestic and international realities. These realities include Australia’s status as a sovereign nation that wishes to...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. How a little mathematics can help create some beautiful music
  2. A labour dump is unlikely under the China Australia free trade agreement
  3. Blockchain technology could be a game changer for developing communities
  4. How the Indian diaspora is shaping the battle for yoga's soul
  5. What lies beneath Antarctica's ice? Lakes, life and the grandest of canyons
  6. New Evidence for BPA and Obesity? Not so fast!
  7. Peak Pokémon: Despite its success, Pokémon Go's decline is already under way
  8. Capitalism and Democracy [part one]
  9. Nice attack brings a difficult question into sharp focus: why France?
  10. Why the health scheme for coal workers is inadequate to detect black lung
  11. You scratch my back... the beneficial (and not so beneficial) relationships between organisms
  12. Some answers, more questions over Dick Smith failure
  13. Nice attack: how vulnerable are we to 'low-tech terror'?
  14. A very serious painting of Barry Humphries is a welcome prize winner
  15. The Nice attack and the corrosive effects of anxiety
  16. Time to tighten the reins on politicians and their 'truths'
  17. Our poetic voice: the source of variety, nuance and meaning
  18. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the Nationals' success
  19. How Volkswagen is using tried-and-tested tactics to avoid paying compensation
  20. Urban hacktivism: getting creative about involving citizens in city planning
  21. Prisons need better drug treatment programs to control infectious diseases
  22. FactCheck Q A: who is responsible for going to war in the Westminster system?
  23. Should Tesla's autopilot cars be allowed on public roads following accidents?
  24. Vital Signs: it's time to borrow to build
  25. How men and women can help reduce gender bias in the workplace
  26. We should encourage boys _and_ girls to reach for the stars
  27. Without smarter governance, blockchains will fall victim to more attacks
  28. Why the 'fitspo' movement is damaging to women
  29. Friday essay: where to now for Australian culture?
  30. Breastfeeding dictator or breastfeeding enabler? Midwives' support styles can make a difference
  31. The new rise of Nauru: can the island bounce back from its mining boom and bust?
  32. Three schools reforms that will lift student outcomes
  33. Finding ways forward when higher education reform options are limited
  34. 416, 2016 — is there no alternative?
  35. Grattan on Friday: In politics, those who are risk-averse don't leave much of a legacy
  36. The stand-up's paradox: the funnier you are, the faster you die
  37. Shanghai, a modern metropolis born of a refugee crisis
  38. Alzheimer's breakthrough? Have we nearly cured dementia? Not just yet...
  39. Our ancestors were carnivorous super-predators, so do we really have a choice about eating meat?
  40. Changing the world one online petition at a time: how social activism went mainstream
  41. 'It's just a joke': the subtle effects of offensive language
  42. Multinational tax avoidance is still a revenue issue for government
  43. Is the DAO the beginning of the end for the conventional chief executive?
  44. How to make cities work better – here’s what the government needs to do
  45. Why scare campaigns like 'Mediscare' work – even if voters hate them
  46. Trying to cut your drinking? There's an app for that
  47. Watching Warcraft: The Beginning is a lesson in real world racism
  48. Australia's energy sector is in critical need of reform
  49. Dancing Dubya and the Policing of Grief
  50. Can Malcolm Turnbull do climate and energy policy now?

Business News

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

Leadership has a direct impact on organisational performance, employee engagement, strategic growth, and long-term success. Businesses operating in increasingly competitive environments require experi...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Why A WooCommerce Website Designer Matters For Online Growth

Running an online store today requires more than simply listing products and waiting for customers to arrive. Businesses need a website that is fast, reliable, easy to navigate, and designed to suppor...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Turning Your Empty Tables into Revenue

The rise of AI demand tools in hospitality, the EatClub–CommBank partnership, and seven trends reshaping Australian dining  A growing number of Australian venues are turning to AI-powered demand ma...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

High-Impact Dental Marketing Strategies That Are Driving Real Practice Growth Today

The landscape of dental practice growth in Australia has shifted dramatically over recent years. Standard, broad-spectrum advertising campaigns no longer yield the return on investment they once did. ...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Telematics Helps Australian Companies Improve Productivity

Operating a commercial fleet in Australia is a uniquely demanding endeavour. Between the sprawling urban sprawl of cities like Sydney and Melbourne and the immense, unforgiving stretches of the Outb...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Daily Magazine

Lighting Shop in Perth: How The Right Lighting Can Transform Your Home And Business

The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...

Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...

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

If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...

What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...

Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

Academic expectations continue increasing for students across primary school, high school, and senio...

Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

The real question is not whether solar works in Melbourne. It works. The question is what it is co...

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

Developing the ability to plan, execute, and deliver outcomes efficiently is a key requirement in to...

How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

Choosing a football may seem straightforward, but the right option depends on who will be using it a...