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Meet Cleverman: our first Aboriginal screen superhero, with healing powers and a political edge

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageKoen West, played by Hunter Page Lochard, is the Cleverman. Lisa Tomasetti/ABC

Like jazz and baseball, comic book superheroes are often considered a uniquely American art form, created in the depths of the Great Depression to respond to the challenges of the Machine Age. Today superheroes dominate movie marquees and television schedules.

Yet, while...

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We mightn't like it, but there are ethical reasons to use animals in medical research

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imageIt may make us uncomfortable, but animal research saves human and animal lives.Understanding Animal Research/Wellcome

The media regularly report impressive medical advances. However, in most cases, there is a reluctance by scientists, the universities, or research institutions they work for, and the media to mention animals used in that research,...

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From tiger to free-range parents – what research says about pros and cons of popular parenting styles

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imageWhat type of parent are you?Designed by Wes Mountain, CC BY-ND

Our politicians talk a lot about “families”, but what do they really mean when they use this term? What does a modern Australian family look like and how does it compare with ten, 20 or even 30 years ago?

In this ten-part series, we examine some major changes in family and...

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  1. Barnaby Joyce missteps, linking live cattle suspension and boat arrivals
  2. Queensland commits to fixing water quality in the Great Barrier Reef
  3. Why is childcare such a hard sell in the federal election?
  4. Election FactCheck: is Australia among the only major advanced economies where pollution levels are going up?
  5. No (is a one word poem)
  6. DNA Nation raises tough questions for Indigenous Australians
  7. 'DNA Nation' misrepresents our past and turns Indigenous people into a palaeo-theme park
  8. Bernie Sanders is key to Hillary Clinton's prospects as US election gets serious
  9. Living with complexity: evolution, ecology, viruses and climate change
  10. Money plays a role in family violence across cultures
  11. Weekly Dose: Digoxin, the heart medicine that may have given us Van Gogh's Starry Night
  12. Reducing energy use is a big winner for business and the climate
  13. Dairy farmers get $555 million in concessional loans
  14. Party slogans run the risk of being undermined during the campaign
  15. A healthy diet is cheaper than junk food but a good diet is still too expensive for some
  16. VIDEO: The five greatest Scorsese scenes – episode #1
  17. What social insects can teach us about resilient infrastructure
  18. Good political slogans and this year's, meh, yawn, failings
  19. Murray Goulburn saga has roots in deregulation
  20. Dairy farmers are being 'milked dry', but let's remember the real cost of milk
  21. Election explainer: why are there 150 lower house MPs and 76 senators?
  22. Business Briefing: manipulating the BBSW
  23. Is your artwork genuine and who can you trust to advise you?
  24. Child-free: why women who choose not to have kids are given such a hard time
  25. Australia's volcanic history is a lot more recent than you think
  26. Morrison and Cormann caught out on black hole but money still risky ground for Shorten
  27. Television agreement a WIN for Network Ten
  28. Ground the banks until they learn to behave?
  29. Here's looking at: Cindy Sherman 'Head Shots'
  30. We must do more to help people with intellectual impairments stay out of prison
  31. The Man Who Knew Infinity: inspiration, rigour and the art of mathematics
  32. Nova Peris quits parliament after single term
  33. Walking challenges aren't doing you much good if you're swapping running for walking
  34. '30-minute city'? Not in my backyard! Smart Cities Plan must let people have their say
  35. Microfinance could wind up being the new subprime
  36. Huge solar storms may be key to life on Earth
  37. How diversity and change has made the Australian family stronger than ever
  38. How we live now: Australian families at a glance
  39. Fighting income inequality: the role business can play
  40. 'Mummy, where does steak come from?' How Australian families talk about meat
  41. Will Zika virus cast a shadow over the Rio Olympics?
  42. How our modular brain pieces the world together
  43. What is the Coalition’s real agenda for Australian schools?
  44. A guide to using drones to study wildlife: first, do no harm
  45. The Liberals may have miscalculated Turnbull's electoral appeal
  46. Slight movement to Labor as Shorten's ratings improve
  47. Frozen out: why the GP rebate freeze should matter to you.
  48. Health Check: how much sugar is it OK to eat?
  49. Explainer: what is the Office for Learning and Teaching – and why does it matter?
  50. Election 2016: do we need to re-establish a department of climate change?

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

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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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How Wide Should Running Shoes Be? Signs Your Shoes Are Too Narrow

Running shoes should be wide enough for the forefoot and toes to sit naturally under load, but not...

Trail Running Shoes vs Hiking Shoes: Which Is Better for Australian Trails?

Australia does not offer one neat definition of a “trail.” A weekend walk might mean a hard-packed...

Architectural Window Shading: Solutions for Triangle Blinds, Raked Glazing, and High Ceilings

Mastering Light and Privacy with Specialized Window Coverings Modern architectural de...

From Suburban Streets to Modern Events: Why Australians Still Love the Ice Cream Truck

Did you know Australia consistently ranks among the world's highest ice cream-consuming countries? ...

Will These Bloody Kids Ever Move Out? The Resurrection of the Duplex Says No

Whilst Baby Boomers and Gen Xer’s typically finished school, got a job and moved out of home relativ...

Critical Structural Checks to Prioritise Before Renovating an Older Property

The Australian home renovation market is experiencing unprecedented growth. The total value of thi...

Why Regular Gutter Cleaning Northern Beaches Is Important

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Double Glazed Sliding Doors vs Standard Sliding Doors: Key Differences

Sliding doors are a popular choice in modern homes due to their space-saving design and ability to...

How to Plan a Bathroom Renovation Timeline (Without Surprises)

A bathroom renovation rarely feels “small” once work begins. Even modest updates involve multiple ...