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Andrew Hastie on foreign influence, security and veteran mental health

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Chinese government influence and interference has been a contentious issue in Australia politics in the past year.

Weighing up concerns about foreign money in state and federal campaigns, candidates’ direct relationships with arms of the Chinese Communist Party and the defection of a Chinese spy operating within Australia, against the...

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Litigation is the real reason financial reports are becoming harder to read

  • Written by: Mark Humphery-Jenner, Associate Professor of Finance, UNSW

Westpac can expect a bumper turnout of shareholders at its annual general meeting in Sydney on Thursday, many of them angry at its alleged role in facilitating child exploitation in the Philippines, its 23 million alleged breaches of anti-money-laundering laws, and its initial ritualistic response to the allegations.

This included donating A$18...

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'How do I clean my penis?'

  • Written by: David King, Senior Lecturer, The University of Queensland
'How do I clean my penis?'Wes Mountain/The Conversation, CC BY-ND

Growing up, no one ever gave me the rundown on how or what I should do to keep my penis clean […] I’ve never read any reliable answer beyond washing it with water. Do I use soap? Any soap? How normal is smegma? If my penis gets itchy from smegma should I go see a doctor? If so, my GP or a...

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Voters send sharp message to politicians about trust: ANU Australian Election Study

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
Voters send sharp message to politicians about trust: ANU Australian Election StudyFollowing the 2019 federal election, only 59% of voters said they were satisfied with the way democracy was working.AAP/Mick Tsikas

The Australian National University’s election study has underscored the woeful lack of trust voters have in the political system, and highlighted the role economic issues and Bill Shorten’s unpopularity...

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More Articles …

  1. Finally, your electricity bill looks set to fall. Here's how much you could save
  2. Estonia didn't deliver its PISA results on the cheap, and neither will Australia
  3. What is sodium lauryl sulfate and is it safe to use?
  4. 50 years on from the Melbourne Transportation Plan, what can we learn from its legacy?
  5. Science needs true diversity to succeed -- and Australian astronomy shows how we can get it
  6. Evangelical churches believe men should control women. That's why they breed domestic violence
  7. State Library Victoria proves libraries aren't just about books: they're about community
  8. Albanese accuses Facebook of shrugging off fakery
  9. Chinese students top the PISA rankings, but some Shanghai parents are turning away from the school system
  10. Michelle Grattan on Angus Taylor, medevac and cuts to the public service
  11. China's failed gene-edited baby experiment proves we're not ready for human embryo modification
  12. Remember the arts? Departments and budgets disappear as politics backs culture into a dead end
  13. how do we know if a dinosaur skeleton is from a child dinosaur or an adult dinosaur?
  14. Western Australia looks set to legalise voluntary assisted dying. Here's what's likely to happen from next week
  15. living with fire and facing our fears
  16. how designing hospitals for Indigenous people might benefit everyone
  17. why homicide rates in Australia are declining
  18. We're using lasers and toaster-sized satellites to beam information faster through space
  19. Australia's slipping student scores will lead to greater income inequality
  20. Angus Taylor's troubles go international, in brawl with Naomi Wolf
  21. Early medical abortion is legal across Australia but rural women often don't have access to it
  22. All hail apostrophes - the heavy lifters who 'point a sentence in the right direction'
  23. It's the 10-year anniversary of our climate policy abyss. But don't blame the Greens
  24. Morrison cuts a swathe through the public service, with five departmental heads gone
  25. Tick, tock... how stress speeds up your chromosomes' ageing clock
  26. The government wants to privatise visa processing. Who will be held accountable when something goes wrong?
  27. Scientists fear insect populations are shrinking. Here are six ways to help
  28. Left-leaning Australians may look to New Zealand with envy, but Ardern still has much work to do
  29. Explainer: the ideas of Kant
  30. To restore public confidence in apartments, rewrite Australia's building codes
  31. To stop a tech apocalypse we need ethics and the arts
  32. how hospital design supports children, young people and their families
  33. spending dips and saving soars as we stash rather than spend our tax cuts
  34. Fingerprint login should be a secure defence for our data, but most of us don't use it properly
  35. a mixed bag theologically and politically, with bravura performances
  36. the medevac repeal and what it means for asylum seekers on Manus Island and Nauru
  37. Having problems with your kid's tantrums, bed-wetting or withdrawal? Here's when to get help
  38. The top ranking education systems in the world aren't there by accident. Here's how Australia can climb up
  39. Global emissions to hit 36.8 billion tonnes, beating last year's record high
  40. Medevac repealed after government comes to secret arrangement with Jacqui Lambie
  41. Did people or climate kill off the megafauna? Actually, it was both
  42. Neaera, the Athenian child slave raised to be a courtesan
  43. why army veterans are twice as likely to end up in prison
  44. How do you stop the youth exodus from private health insurance? Cut premiums for under-55s
  45. Shark nets are destructive and don't keep you safe – let's invest in lifeguards
  46. Homes can be better prepared for cyclones. But first we must convince the owners
  47. how climate change will affect food production and security
  48. Time to end drug company distortion of medical evidence
  49. Aussie students are a year behind students 10 years ago in science, maths and reading
  50. a deeply serious arboreal adventure with a message for our times

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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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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?

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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

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Why Clearer Communication Still Matters in a Digital-First Business

It’s never been easier for businesses to communicate, but that doesn’t mean they’re always communica...

What Happens After You Lodge a BYDA Enquiry? The Step Most Excavation Projects Miss

Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...

How to Choose the Right Dentist on the Gold Coast

Finding a dentist you trust is one of those decisions that quietly affects your health for years, ...

The Hidden Engineering Problem Inside Australia's Older Housing Stock

A significant share of Australian homes were built for a way of living that no longer exists. Houses...

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...