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Tony Abbott in a dark place; Turnbull government all over the place

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imageMalcolm Turnbull's office was forced to clarify Attorney-General George Brandis' remarks on the timing of a plebiscite on same-sex marriage.AAP/Lukas Coch

In the latest example of the government’s cack-handedness, Attorney-General George Brandis on Sunday promised a plebiscite on same-sex marriage this year, only to have the Prime...

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Why I’d Vote For Donald Trump

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imageTed Cruz and Donald Trump

Every decent person looks on goggle eyed as Donald Trump continues his unlikely march to the Republican Party nomination. We are mesmerized by how he goes out of his way to flout every rule of “political correctness”, from calling Mexican immigrants “rapists” and flirting with the Ku Klux Klan, to...

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Prime Minister's Office refuses to endorse Brandis' same-sex marriage timetable

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imageAttorney-General George Brandis predicts the prospective plebiscite on legalising same-sex marriage would be carried.AAP/Mick Tsikas

The Prime Minister’s Office has refused to back Attorney-General George Brandis’ commitment to a same-sex marriage plebiscite this year. A spokeswoman said the government was “committed to a...

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Are Elections Ruining Democracy?

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The Flemish historian and writer David Van Reybrouck has recently triggered a minor sensation in the Low Countries by insisting that Western democracies are suffering so much election fatigue (electoral democracy is ‘killing’ democracy, he says) that what is now needed is the replacement of periodic elections, the ritual of citizens...

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  4. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on Tony Abbott's policy interventions
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  7. The stimulus that wasn't: re-interpreting China's monetary moves
  8. How community-based innovation can help Australia close the Indigenous gap
  9. Deep cuts under babies' tongues are unlikely to solve breastfeeding problems
  10. A partial solar eclipse for northern and western Australia
  11. The genetic 'switch' that makes many animals look alike as embryos
  12. Banquet of Secrets: Australian musical theatre comes of age
  13. Here’s why the recent changes to NSW cycling laws may be a good move
  14. Your risk, my reward: is the sharing economy becoming less selfish?
  15. Period drama: why menstrual leave does not strike a blow for gender equality
  16. Vital Signs: Gold star for Glenn Stevens as Australian economy proves resilient
  17. Why the sharing economy could have a hard landing in Australia
  18. Grattan on Friday: Bowen is outshining Morrison in the tax hurdle race
  19. A plebiscite on same-sex marriage would be a failure of parliament's responsibility
  20. Wake up sleepy head: why we fall asleep when we don’t want to
  21. It's not 'doom and gloom' to point out what's really happening to coral reefs
  22. Queensland coal mines will push threatened finch closer to extinction
  23. A digital beehive could warn beekeepers when their hives are under attack
  24. Friday essay: Silver-tongued Turnbull fails to woo the arts vote
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  26. Chronic stress effects help cancer spread, researchers find
  27. For whom the Pell tolls: what did we learn from George Pell's royal commission appearance?
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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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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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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

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