Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

Besides feverish excitement, hackathons really can spur innovation

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageA 360 of a hackathon in full flight.Carbon Visuals/Flickr, CC BY-SA

It’s 26 hours into the Random Hacks of Kindness hackathon, and I am on my ninth cup of coffee. We have just over five hours until “show and tell” time, when we need to have a working mobile app.

Among the screwed-up butcher’s paper diagrams, leftover...

Read more …

Demagoguery the American way

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageReuters/Aaron Josefczyk

Is it time to think the unthinkable? Could Donald Trump actually become the next president of the United States? He already looks a certainty to become the Republican nominee – something not many pundits were willing to concede until recently. Unfortunately, as Trump might say, he is “winning, winning,...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Out of the ashes of Afghanistan and Iraq: the rise and rise of Islamic State
  2. It takes a lot of water to feed us, but recycled water could help
  3. The NRL kicks off, but do you have to lose a final before you win a final?
  4. Stories of Love and Death: casting a new light on William Yang
  5. Should we scrap the ATAR? What are the alternative options? Experts comment
  6. Trump, Clinton dominate Super Tuesday
  7. Politics podcast: Mathias Cormann on Senate reform
  8. Abbott-Turnbull conflict goes nuclear
  9. Politics Lite as usual in Oscar's bluff
  10. Is a 5.6% increase in private health insurance premiums justified?
  11. Regions at the pointy end of media reform
  12. Chief Scientist's address to the National Press Club: The voyage of science and innovation
  13. Government agrees to change its Senate voting reforms as Shorten replaces Gary Gray
  14. It’s time to drop Australia’s protectionist anti-dumping rules
  15. Lady Gaga vs Lorde: why both tributes captured the essence of David Bowie
  16. Hidden housemates: we live with a zoo of harmless mini-beasts
  17. Why advertisers use pictures to sell pharmaceuticals – and shouldn't
  18. Is a constitutional challenge to Senate voting reforms likely to succeed?
  19. Students say textbooks are too expensive – could an open access model be the answer?
  20. Indigenous leader Pat Dodson is Shorten's 'captain's pick' for Senate
  21. CEOs emerge unscathed by environment lawsuits
  22. Could opposition to same-sex marriage be about the price of sex?
  23. How the political crises of the modern Muslim world created the climate for Islamic State
  24. Australia's recreational drug policies aren't working, so what are the options for reform?
  25. Cuts to WaterNSW's science staff will put Sydney's water quality at risk
  26. Apple, Google, Facebook: where would you put your money?
  27. Explainer: making waves in science
  28. Tony Abbott's nope, nope, nope moment on tax
  29. What do Mad Max's six Oscars mean for the Australian film industry?
  30. FactCheck: has Australian government spending as a share of GDP been at GFC levels since last election?
  31. Why Australians should care about Hollywood diversity
  32. Fifield wants media ownership changes passed before the election
  33. Explainer: what changes to Australia's media ownership laws are being proposed?
  34. Bird-brained and brilliant: Australia's avians are smarter than you think
  35. Fraudsters change tactics as a crackdown cuts some losses due to online scams
  36. We wouldn't be mourning lost languages if we embraced multilingualism
  37. New defence trade controls threaten academic freedom and the economy
  38. Rethinking 'small' business could drive a real ideas boom
  39. To believe or not to believe: child witnesses and the sex abuse royal commission
  40. True blood: cutting through confusion about pathology cuts
  41. Poor nutrition can put children at higher risk of mental illness
  42. How child support can better help single mothers
  43. Do over-the-counter weight-loss supplements work?
  44. The world's biggest source of freshwater is beneath your feet
  45. The Guardian's costly gap between traffic and profits
  46. Gender equality in the workplace can prevent violence against women
  47. Hanson-Young in preselection battle ahead of possible double dissolution
  48. Why we 'hate' certain birds, and why their behaviour might be our fault
  49. FactCheck: does Australia spend $1.5 billion a year on drug law enforcement, with 70% due to cannabis?
  50. Health Check: should children and adolescents lift weights?

Business News

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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 ...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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

The Daily Magazine

DIY Rodent Control Vs Professional Help: When Is It Time To Call The Experts?

Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

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...