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Too strong to deliver? Malcolm Turnbull’s leadership dilemma

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor

When Malcolm Turnbull decisively ousted Tony Abbott, it seemed Australia might have the longed-for leader who would set a clear agenda and lead Australia out of a period of policy inertia.

Under Abbott, it the country appeared stuck in a policy rut, frozen by fear about the future. Neither government nor opposition could communicate to a concerned...

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Does more money for schools improve educational outcomes?

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageIncreasing targeted needs-based school funding is an essential, but not sufficient, condition.AAP

A report released by UNICEF ranked Australia 24 out of 37 participating countries in education equality.

It is the latest evidence of a widening gap in educational outcomes between the most and least advantaged students.

The federal education minister,...

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All of humanity should share in the space mining boom

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageThere could be great wealth out there. But who benefits from it?NASA/JPL-Caltech

One solitary asteroid might be worth trillions of dollars in platinum and other metals. Exploiting these resources could lead to a global boom in wealth, which could raise living standards worldwide and potentially benefit all of humanity.

There are already companies,...

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  2. Australia's housing finance in seven charts
  3. Explainer: what are the ABCC and Registered Organisations bills?
  4. Consensus confirmed: over 90% of climate scientists believe we're causing global warming
  5. Controversial history of Road Safety Tribunal shows minimum pay was doomed from the start
  6. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on Clive Palmer
  7. Travelling with Timor Leste
  8. How can Indonesia free the mentally ill from shackles once and for all?
  9. Comments fail on indigenous deaths in custody
  10. Australia's waterbirds are disappearing – but nuclear physics can help save them
  11. Crossing the river by feeling the stones: democracy's advance in China
  12. Mutant malaria parasites resistant to antimalarial Atovaquone cannot spread: new research
  13. Grattan on Friday: Turnbull sees even a difficult new Senate as an opportunity for a fresh start
  14. Why we should honour the humanity of every person who dies in custody
  15. Scales of justice still tipped towards police who harm people in their custody
  16. Indigenous incarceration in Australia at a glance
  17. Ideas for Australia: A six-point plan for getting climate policy back on track
  18. Ideas for Australia: Let's retire the idea that Australia 'depends' on digging up coal and other resources
  19. Friday essay: Dogs in Space, 30 years on – a once maligned film comes of age
  20. Thinking about getting the 2016 flu vaccine? Here's what you need to know
  21. Vital Signs: spending away Australia's Triple A?
  22. The world at your feet: how to build a career in foreign relations
  23. These sex-starved creatures scavenge new genes from other pondlife
  24. Delaying shutting power stations will bring big disruption later: Climate Institute research
  25. Allan Fels: 7Eleven franchisees 'waging campaign' to block workers' compo (audio)
  26. What we know and suspect about the causes of Parkinson's disease
  27. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a closed shop with a hopeless task
  28. Peabody's bankruptcy claim is a symbol of coal's end
  29. Solomon Islands expedition seeks to conserve the extraordinary monkey-faced bat and giant rat
  30. Technology 'challenges' to reach for the nearest stars
  31. Understanding violence against the left in Indonesia
  32. Does higher-density city development leave urban forests out on a limb?
  33. The Resilience Project: finding those rare people with genetic disease mutations who are healthy
  34. China's e-commerce laws not a 'crackdown' but closing a loophole
  35. If the people can't get to their jobs, bring the jobs to the people
  36. Australian sugary drinks tax could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes and save 1,600 lives
  37. Ideas for Australia: Rethinking funding and priorities in IVF – should the state pay for people to have babies?
  38. Ideas for Australia: Australians are living longer but getting sicker – we need a plan to keep them out of hospital
  39. One day we won't need a Renewable Energy Target, because we'll have good climate policy
  40. Why China could never sign on to the Trans-Pacific Partnership
  41. How 'tough on crime' politics flouts death-in-custody recommendations
  42. Australia should take a stand against 'killer robots'
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  46. Malcolm in the Middle Kingdom
  47. Politics podcast: Hugh White on Turnbull's China visit
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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...

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Inside the Icon: The BridgeMuseum Officially Opens at the Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bold new way to experience one of Australia’s most recognisable landmarks has arrived, with BridgeClimb Sydney officially opening the all-new BridgeMuseum.  Located inside the Sydney Harbour Brid...

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

The New Front Door Nobody Told You About Something changed. Quietly. Without a press release. The way buyers find businesses in Australia has been rewired. Not replaced, rewired. Google isn't dead...

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

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Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

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

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Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

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