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Queensland Liberal Ross Vasta joins race for Speaker

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imageQueensland MP Ross Vasta flanks Prime Minister Tony Abbott, with Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane.Dan Peled/AAP

Queensland Liberal MP Ross Vasta has thrown his hat in the ring for the speakership.

Vasta joins a field that includes South Australian Andrew Southcott, Victorians Tony Smith and Russell Broadbent, and Philip Ruddock from NSW. Smith and...

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Spot the difference: Labor vs the Coalition on asylum seekers

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imageLabor, like the Coalition, would retain the offshore processing framework and the option of turning back asylum-seeker boats. AAP/Eoin Blackwell

At the ALP national conference in July, Opposition Leader Bill Shorten unveiled a suite of measures on asylum seeker policy. This included some that addressed the protection needs of asylum seekers and...

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'Zero-day' stockpiling puts us all at risk

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imageOnce a software maker learns about a "zero-day" vulnerability, there's usually no time left to fix it. Midnight via www.shutterstock.com

“Zero-days” are serious vulnerabilities in software that are unknown to the software maker or user. They are so named because developers find out about the security vulnerability the day that it is...

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Explainer: why volcanoes erupt

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imagePiton de la Fournaise or "Peak of the Furnace" on Reunion Island is one of the world's most active volcanoes, shown erupting in August 2015.AAP/NewZulu/Vincent Dunogué

Some people believe volcanic eruptions are caused by fate. Others believe a volcanic eruption is a sign that a mountain is upset because residents living nearby have sinned.

But...

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  5. Why legal challenges to the EPA Clean Power Plan will end up at the Supreme Court
  6. Enterprise contracts echo 'take it or leave it' world of WorkChoices
  7. What psychology says about how you should respond to racist behaviour
  8. New Speaker must lead the way in restoring parliamentary ethics and trust
  9. My fellow Aus-tra-aliens: Aleks Danko at Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art – review
  10. Why we should all care about cyber crime: the risk to you and me
  11. Australia lags behind the evidence on special schools
  12. Polling is more complex than Fox News boss Roger Ailes wants you to know
  13. Four things that you should know about the EPA Clean Power Plan
  14. South Sudan's spiritual father would weep at the state of his country
  15. Obama builds legacy on climate change with EPA Clean Power Plan
  16. Now advertising billboards can read your emotions ... and that's just the start
  17. The future of rail travel, and why it doesn’t look like Hyperloop
  18. Explainer: the difference between asylum seekers, refugees and economic migrants
  19. Q A: what is the Libor scandal and why does it matter?
  20. New Israel law risks making force-feeding of hunger strikers respectable worldwide
  21. Government accelerates warship building in bid to prop up South Australian economy
  22. Louis le Prince shot the first film – but did he invent movies?
  23. A year after massacre by Islamic State, Iraq's Yazidis are clinging on
  24. Can corporate America solve growing problem of youth unemployment?
  25. Pushing students to take Advanced Placement courses does not help anyone
  26. Why Medicare should reimburse doctors for end-of-life care conversations
  27. Big Data analyses depend on starting with clean data points
  28. The autonomous killing systems of the future are already here, they're just not necessarily weapons – yet
  29. What happened to MH370? Prediction markets might give us the answer
  30. Why Corbyn is winning – and how Labour’s moderates can stop him
  31. We're only just starting to understand the side-effects of driverless cars
  32. Running hot and cold: sardines and anchovies in the Pacific
  33. Shark safety tips: sorting out fact from fiction
  34. Why white men still dominate the top echelons of South Africa's private sector
  35. Universities need to adapt to become part of shaping a better future
  36. Why communism appears to be gaining favour in South Africa
  37. Australia-Indonesia relationship is back to 'normal', meaning fragile as ever
  38. Change penalty rates, reform work agreements, urges Productivity Commission: experts respond
  39. Hospital patients are more likely to die at weekends but seven-day rosters are no panacea
  40. Obama takes 'biggest step' on US climate policy: experts react
  41. Sundays are similar to Saturdays for workers: Productivity Commission
  42. Windows 10 is not really free: you are paying for it with your privacy
  43. When Racism Masquerades as “Equality”: The Adam Goodes Furore
  44. Food democracy: why eating is unavoidably political
  45. How Australian dystopian young adult fiction differs from its US counterparts
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  47. Athletics doping crisis: what does it mean for the future of the sport?
  48. The green and the gold: can we soften the environmental impact of the Olympics?
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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...

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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...

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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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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...

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

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Lighting Shop in Perth: How The Right Lighting Can Transform Your Home And Business

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Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

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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...