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The Independent newspaper closure: Editor's blog special

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor

My first few days at The Independent in 2004 didn’t go so well. I quit after two weeks. Fortunately I changed my mind, stuck around, and over the subsequent five years worked there in a variety of editorial roles with many superb, innovative journalists who remain close friends.

I’ve been thinking of them in recent days –...

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Include a crackdown on trusts in tax reform: ACOSS

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor

The Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) has called for the tax treatment of private trusts to be tightened, which it says could save $1.5 billion in 2017-18.

In its pre-budget submission ACOSS says private trusts, with some exceptions, should be taxed as companies to deal with the problem of their being used to avoid personal income tax.

The...

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Australia is not Greece, but its economy is obese and unfit

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor

Australians woke up to dire warnings this week about their economic future. We need tough reforms and spending cuts, we’re told, lest Australia head down the path of Greece and end up as an economic basket case.

On the ABC’s AM program on Monday, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Kate Carnell called for the...

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  2. FactCheck Q A: do refugees cost Australia $100m a year in welfare, with an unemployment rate of 97%?
  3. Not dead yet: how email has survived and continues to thrive
  4. How do we stop people falling through the gaps in a digitally connected city?
  5. Good vibrations: the role of music in Einstein's thinking
  6. Ending the 'arms race' at the centre of utilities regulation
  7. Gravitational waves add a new note to our musical universe
  8. Health Check: six tips for losing weight without fad diets
  9. Parts and components trade may well save the economy
  10. Ian Macfarlane joins those exiting at the election
  11. The death of newspapers – have we reached the tipping point?
  12. Common surgery for vaginal prolapse can lead to complications, review shows
  13. The off-topic Conversation #80
  14. ASEAN: leadership the Southeast Asian way
  15. Elementary Watson? The status of Jobe Watson's Brownlow Medal
  16. CSIRO cuts: climate science really does need to shift its focus towards adaptation
  17. The politics of taxation – or how to convince people to part with their money
  18. Explainer: what is FPV drone racing?
  19. Voyage to the moon, opera and the voyage of human emotion
  20. Luxury cars could be the government's best friend
  21. Corruption charges fail to faze Chinese investors
  22. Government leads 52-48% in Fairfax-Ipsos poll as tax battle turns to negative gearing
  23. Turnbull makes necessity the mother of opportunity
  24. Shorten policy hits tax breaks for negative gearing and capital gains
  25. Indigenous health leaders helped give us a plan to close the gap, and we must back it
  26. Dynamic Duos - business and life partners share their tips on having a solid union this Valentine’s Day
  27. Why Digital India took on Facebook and won
  28. Australia's part in the global effort to discover gravitational waves
  29. What needs to happen now to get medicinal cannabis to those who need it?
  30. Stuart Robert quits ministry amid new disclosures
  31. Are citation rates the best way to assess the impact of research?
  32. Considering spicing up Valentine's Day with an aphrodisiac? Here's what you need to know
  33. The hashtag conundrum: how should journalists negotiate public and private on social media?
  34. Untangling the debate on bracket creep, corporate tax rates and negative gearing
  35. Timeline: the history of gravity
  36. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the Nationals' leadership change
  37. What should the new sex discrimination commissioner do? Make 'women's issues' everyone's issues
  38. On detecting gravitational waves, landmark science and the media
  39. Friday essay: how New York Fashion Week came to be
  40. Vital Signs: economy in a holding pattern
  41. Grattan on Friday: The Nationals install a Barnaby whisperer as they pass on the family farm
  42. Explainer: what might upset Australia's 'rock solid' banks
  43. Urinary incontinence can be a problem for women of all ages, but there is a cure
  44. The best way to protect us from climate change? Save our ecosystems
  45. Gravitational waves discovered: scientists explain why it is such a big deal
  46. Gravitational waves discovered: top scientists respond
  47. Gravitational waves discovered: the universe has spoken
  48. When black holes meet: inside the cataclysms that cause gravitational waves
  49. The Dallas Buyers Club case is over and the precedent is good news for all Australians
  50. Treasury modelling shows no growth lift from GST tax mix switch

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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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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...

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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

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

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The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

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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?

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

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