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There's a good reason we're moderating climate change deniers: uninformed comments undermine expertise

  • Written by: Misha Ketchell, Editor & Executive Director, The Conversation
There's a good reason we're moderating climate change deniers: uninformed comments undermine expertiseNewspaper editors once sorted through letters to decide which would be published in their newspaper. Our comments moderation policy is no different. Sun Alan Levine Public domain dpi

A few days ago I posted here to say we are going to be more rigorous about moderating comments of climate science deniers. Over the past few days there has been an...

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it's almost all about housing

  • Written by: Brendan Coates, Program Director, Household Finances, Grattan Institute
it's almost all about housingBuilding an extra 50,000 homes each year for the next decade could make house prices and rents up to 20% cheaper than otherwise.www.shutterstock.com

Compared to the rest of the world, income inequality is not particularly high in Australia, nor is it getting much worse.

The real problem is housing inequality.

Rising house prices have increased wealt...

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For routine breast screening, you may not need a 3D mammogram

  • Written by: Meagan Brennan, Clinical A/Prof Breast Physician, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, University of Sydney
For routine breast screening, you may not need a 3D mammogram3D mammograms may be useful in investigating abnormalities, but as a means of routine screening, they may do more harm than good.From shutterstock.com

Victorian Minister for Health Jenny Mikakos recently announced six new 3D breast screening machines would be rolled out across the state.

These will be used to assess women recalled for further...

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two reef scientists share their climate grief

  • Written by: Jon Brodie, Professorial Fellow, ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies, James Cook University
two reef scientists share their climate griefA researcher completing bleaching surveys in the southern Great Barrier Reef after a major bleaching event. ARC CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES

Few feel the pain of the Great Barrier Reef’s decline more acutely than the scientists trying to save it. Ahead of next week’s UN climate summit, two researchers write of their...

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  2. NZ was first to grant women the vote in 1893, but then took 26 years to let them stand for parliament
  3. 3 keys to getting the policy mix right
  4. Cable ties probably won't stop magpie attacks – here are a few things to try instead
  5. Ever wondered what our curriculum teaches kids about climate change? The answer is 'not much'
  6. Why would anyone shiver their timbers? Here’s how pirate words arrr preserving old language
  7. family loss and sorry business that invokes laughter and tears
  8. Now the senators are taking on John Setka
  9. How do you know if your child has hay fever and how should you treat it?
  10. How big is the International Space Station?
  11. sporting statues can enshrine players and also capture pivotal cultural moments
  12. Why attending a climate strike can change minds (most importantly your own)
  13. why we won't be heading into an ice age any time soon
  14. our anxiety over China's influence is hurting Chinese-Australians
  15. the nations leading and failing on climate action
  16. Jacqui Lambie mixes battler politics with populism to make her swing vote count
  17. Could managers BE any more authentic? 3 ways you can improve your leadership skills by watching Friends
  18. Robo-debt is only one way government stigmatises claimants. There's only so much a class action can do
  19. How other countries get parents to vaccinate their kids (and what Australia can learn)
  20. PayID data breaches show Australia's banks need to be more vigilant to hacking
  21. Albanese defends social activism by businesses
  22. Why our response to climate change needs to be a just and careful revolution that limits pushback
  23. If you want to cut bullying in schools, look at the 'invisible violence' in our society
  24. Superblocks are transforming Barcelona. They might work in Australian cities too
  25. Robo-debt class action could deliver justice for tens of thousands of Australians instead of mere hundreds
  26. Media polarisation dangerous for democracy and for science: Sinodinos
  27. Arthur Sinodinos with some reflections and advice
  28. embodied performance about working in a Brisbane porno shop
  29. Apple Arcade and Google Stadia aim to offer frictionless game streaming, if your NBN plan can handle it
  30. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian avoids a spill but remains in troubled waters
  31. climate change affects our mental health, too
  32. As pressure on Iran mounts, there is little room for quiet diplomacy to free detained Australians
  33. 'An insult' – politicians sing the praises of the cashless welfare card, but those forced to use it disagree
  34. Why it's time for New Zealanders to learn more about their own country's history
  35. Keeping the city cool isn't just about tree cover – it calls for a commons-based climate response
  36. The Way We Live Now – powerful, troubling photographs of a crowded planet and uncertain future
  37. 'predatory' climate deniers are a threat to our children
  38. Suddenly, the world's biggest trade agreement won't allow corporations to sue governments
  39. why are some twins identical and some not?
  40. Greens' challenge aptly described by Paddy Manning, but with no solutions in sight
  41. what happens when magnetic north and true north align?
  42. Jim Chalmers on the need to change economic course
  43. Reality slippages and narcissistic stereotyping
  44. You can help track 4 billion bogong moths with your smartphone – and save pygmy possums from extinction
  45. Is vigorous exercise safe during the third trimester of pregnancy?
  46. Climate change is the defining issue of our time – we're giving it the attention it deserves
  47. when communities must move because of climate change
  48. Australia to attend climate summit empty-handed despite UN pleas to ‘come with a plan'
  49. how supermarket pharmacies could change the way we shop
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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

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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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Emergency planning is one of those things many workplaces know they should think about, but it oft...

Why Clearer Communication Still Matters in a Digital-First Business

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

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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

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If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...