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Health check: what's eating your teeth?

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imageRepeated exposure to high levels of acid can cause tooth erosion.Joshua Hunter/Flickr, CC BY-NC-SA

Most of us know sugar is bad for teeth because it feeds bacteria that cause tooth decay. But fewer are aware that equally as damaging for teeth is acid, and that repeated exposure to high levels of acid can cause tooth erosion.

Unlike dental caries...

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Fly Away Peter on the opera stage is a masterful adaptation

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imageDramatic in its effect, Fly away Peter is a requiem to the fallen and damaged of the first world war. Photo: Zan Wimberley.Sydney Chamber Opera

My life is not for anything. My life is – David Malouf, Fly Away Peter .

Many Australians will have had some contact with David Malouf’s 1982 novella, Fly Away Peter. It is often set as a school...

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Who needs teachers when computers can mark exams?

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imageWill a computer algorithm understand the creativity, flair, irony, wit and unconventional approaches used in kids' writing?from www.shutterstock.com.au

Early May would be incomplete without some NAPLAN controversy. This year’s comes from the announcement last week that the national exam sat by students across the country in Years 3, 5, 7 and...

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Still no clear direction for economy: RBA should hold

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imageAustralia's rates should rise in the next six to 12 months, says the Shadow Reserve Bank. AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts

Economic data is once again painting a motley picture of the Australian economy. Slight improvements in the labour market, stronger commodity prices, and a headline inflation rate near the centre of the official target band opposes...

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  5. Three tests the 2015 federal budget must pass
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  8. School refusal is not the same as wagging
  9. We censor war photography in Australia – more's the pity
  10. 35 years on, is the deal to protect Antarctica's oceans working?
  11. Video games make you less sexist? It's not quite that simple
  12. How the major UK parties are trying to court women's votes
  13. Manifesto Check: the SNP's top policies
  14. Leaders shape up for debate over budget's 'fairness', as Deloitte projects $45 billion 2015-16 deficit
  15. Judicial murder is meat and drink for the media
  16. Baby's first photo call: how the royals learned to act normal
  17. Who might land on the front bench of a Labour government?
  18. The slow poisoning of Freddie Gray and the hidden violence against black communities
  19. Royal baby: it's a girl! And thank heavens she wasn't born in 1516
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  22. Most large herbivores now face extinction, our study shows
  23. Take care: challenges medical relief teams face after disaster
  24. Space travel may be bad for your brain – here's why
  25. Seismologists deploy after a quake to learn more, so we can prepare for the next one
  26. Is climate policy compatible with Tesla's battery-fueled dreams?
  27. Tracking emotions on Twitter gives an insight into how we really feel about politicians
  28. Two-faced Sun shows Rupert can swing both ways if there's something in it for him
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  43. Manifesto Check: pro-GM but anti-EU, UKIP could cost UK farming
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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 ...