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Queensland still failing to act on a medieval murder defence

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imageQueensland Premier Anastasia Palaszcuk and Attorney General Yvette D'Ath may be missing the bigger picture on the legal defence of provocation.AAP Image/Dave Hunt

The Queensland Labor government plans to re-introduce amendments to abolish the “gay panic defence”, under which defendants could argue that unwanted homosexual advances...

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Victoria's 'families' budget boosts services, rewards voters

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imageThe first budget for Victoria's Labor government is aimed at education, health and transport. AAP/Julian Smith

The new Victorian government has followed the tradition of very responsible Victorian budgets. As is the norm, the budget expects to run surpluses across the forecasts and use those surpluses to reduce the State’s net liabilities.

As...

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'Holistic' dentistry: more poppycock than panacea?

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imageAll dentists should be practising evidence-based dentistry for the sake of their patients.John Dill/Flickr, CC BY-SA

Many Australian dentists’ websites proudly advertise that they practise holistic dentistry, a philosophy that promotes health and wellness rather than simply treating disease, and considers the whole body and mind, not just...

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  2. Rates and housing risk: beware outsourcing policy to regulators
  3. REIQ welcomes RBA rate cut of 25 basis points to 2.0%
  4. Ed Stone could be a millstone in coalition negotiations
  5. Manifesto Check: Greens say 'sports for all', but their pledges lack substance
  6. If a referendum were held today, our poll suggests Britain would stay in the EU
  7. Fact Check: has the number of rough sleepers gone down?
  8. Labor ahead in Newspoll, but Abbott gains ground on Shorten
  9. Manifesto Check: SNP not-so-brave in the face of eurosceptics
  10. Classquake: What the global media missed in Nepal earthquake coverage
  11. A call for greater diversity of thought in environmental studies courses
  12. Lessons for UKIP from the populist parties of Europe
  13. Run Bernie run ... but why?
  14. What can the US learn from South Korea's testing pressures?
  15. Why the NFL and other professional sports don't deserve nonprofit status
  16. Have a brain tumor? The kind of insurance you have might make a difference in your survival
  17. The winners and losers in Tesla's battery plan for the home
  18. The Ed Miliband I worked with in Downing Street
  19. All for English devolution – but what about English democracy?
  20. Hard Evidence: does a party leader's personality matter?
  21. Miliband might scrape through but questions could remain about his right to govern
  22. No major party has anything to offer Britain's poorest this election
  23. The Pope's climate message will extend his advocacy for the poor
  24. It's time for Australians to rewind the media policy machine
  25. Health check: what's eating your teeth?
  26. Fly Away Peter on the opera stage is a masterful adaptation
  27. Who needs teachers when computers can mark exams?
  28. Still no clear direction for economy: RBA should hold
  29. The right to know vs the need for secrecy: the US experience
  30. Super connected directors not helping super fund performance
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  32. Influx of immigrants shines light on the darker side of Europe
  33. Three tests the 2015 federal budget must pass
  34. UK election prediction: this week's result won't reflect the voters' will
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  36. School refusal is not the same as wagging
  37. We censor war photography in Australia – more's the pity
  38. 35 years on, is the deal to protect Antarctica's oceans working?
  39. Video games make you less sexist? It's not quite that simple
  40. How the major UK parties are trying to court women's votes
  41. Manifesto Check: the SNP's top policies
  42. Leaders shape up for debate over budget's 'fairness', as Deloitte projects $45 billion 2015-16 deficit
  43. Judicial murder is meat and drink for the media
  44. Baby's first photo call: how the royals learned to act normal
  45. Who might land on the front bench of a Labour government?
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How Telematics Helps Australian Companies Improve Productivity

Operating a commercial fleet in Australia is a uniquely demanding endeavour. Between the sprawling urban sprawl of cities like Sydney and Melbourne and the immense, unforgiving stretches of the Outb...

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Inside the Icon: The BridgeMuseum Officially Opens at the Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bold new way to experience one of Australia’s most recognisable landmarks has arrived, with BridgeClimb Sydney officially opening the all-new BridgeMuseum.  Located inside the Sydney Harbour Bridge...

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Is Your Brand Showing Up in AI Search? Most Melbourne Brands Aren't.

The New Front Door Nobody Told You About Something changed. Quietly. Without a press release. The way buyers find businesses in Australia has been rewired. Not replaced, rewired. Google isn't dead...

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How Australian Businesses Can Measure SEO ROI

SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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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...

How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

Choosing a football may seem straightforward, but the right option depends on who will be using it a...

What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

Managing emotional health is just as important as physical care when it comes to pets, which is why ...