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Not every school's anti-bullying program works – some may actually make bullying worse

  • Written by: Karyn Healy, Researcher, The University of Queensland
Not every school's anti-bullying program works – some may actually make bullying worseMost anti-bullying programs available to schools haven't been evaluated for effectiveness.from shutterstock.com

School bullying can have serious consequences for victims including depression, psychosis, self-harm and suicide. With increasing evidence of harm, a groundswell of school anti-bullying programs and campaigns in Australia and international...

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View from The Hill: Should Labor jump to new generation leader

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

Scott Morrison’s spectacular win, against all expectations, is attributable to a potent mix of his strengths and Labor’s weaknesses.

Morrison, it turns out, was made in some political heaven where they forge ideal campaigners. This man of faith may well literally believe in miracles, which is an advantage when you’re in a tight...

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Minor parties perform well in federal election and reconfirm the power of preference deals

  • Written by: Chris Salisbury, Research Associate, School of Political Science & International Studies, The University of Queensland
Minor parties perform well in federal election and reconfirm the power of preference dealsClive Palmer spent about $60million on advertising - despite not winning a seat, the UAP vote had a significant impact on some seat outcomes.AAP/Kelly Barnes

This was an election brimming with surprises and shocks. An unexpected Coalition victory, and the inaccuracy of opinion poll predictions, have many scratching their heads in the post-election...

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  1. is ironic appreciation now unnecessary as slick singing styles reign?
  2. Labor's election defeat reveals its continued inability to convince people it can make their lives better
  3. Abbott's loss in Warringah shows voters rejecting an out-of-touch candidate and a nasty style of politics
  4. Morrison has led the Coalition to a 'miracle' win, but how do they govern from here?
  5. Majority or minority Coalition government? Here's what happens now
  6. Key challenges for the re-elected Coalition government: our experts respond
  7. Scott Morrison hails 'miracle' as Coalition snatches unexpected victory
  8. Coalition likely to win election in Trump-like upset, but Abbott loses Warringah
  9. what we know about the results of Election 2019 so far
  10. Bob Hawke, the environmental PM, bequeathed a huge 'what if' on climate change
  11. the social and demographic factors that influence your vote
  12. Bob Hawke was master of managing government
  13. Vic Stockwell’s Puzzle is an unlikely survivor from a different epoch
  14. economics isn't an end itself. There has to be a social benefit
  15. GetUp!'s brand of in-your-face activism is winning elections – and making enemies
  16. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the passing of Bob Hawke
  17. As we face pressing global issues, the pavilions of Venice Biennale are a 21st century anomaly
  18. This is what happens to a baby's body during birth
  19. Race tightens in Ipsos and Dutton just ahead in Dickson, plus many more seat polls
  20. Hawke was our larrikin, but also our reformer
  21. do 99% of Newstart recipients also receive other benefits?
  22. odds on for a Labor win, but don't bet on it
  23. Watergate, mums, and well-organised independents
  24. Australians disagree on how important climate change is: poll
  25. Will the discovery of another plastic-trashed island finally spark meaningful change?
  26. Mineral wealth, Clive Palmer, and the corruption of Australian politics
  27. Babies and toddlers are living with their mums in prison. We need to look after them better
  28. Friday essay: is this the Endgame
  29. Of all the problems our cities need to fix, lack of car parking isn't one of them
  30. Your credit report is a key part of your privacy – here's how to find and check it
  31. To build social cohesion, our screens need to show the same diversity of faces we see on the street
  32. 'The golden bowl is broken'
  33. Bill channels Gough as he hopes that his time is coming
  34. Vale Bob Hawke, a giant of Australian political and industrial history
  35. Election surprise. Negative gearing isn’t a rort — but something else is
  36. The 'Christchurch Call' is just a start. Now we need to push for systemic change
  37. It's the only way to save Australia from a deep hole, but innovation policy is missing in action
  38. An innovative way to counter domestic violence: provide housing for abusers
  39. How should I vote if I care about preventing the extinction of nature?
  40. US ban on Huawei likely following Trump cybersecurity crackdown – and Australia is on board
  41. Employer incentives may not be the most cost-effective or fair way of boosting apprenticeship numbers
  42. Young Australians don’t trust politicians. Here’s one reason why
  43. Are independents part of a 'green-left' conspiracy? New research finds they are more the 'sensible centre'
  44. Shock. More investment isn't necessarily better. Those instant asset write-offs are bad tax policy
  45. what's the tallest skyscraper it's possible to build?
  46. Everything you need to know about Adani – from cost, environmental impact and jobs to its possible future
  47. Real estate agents targeting tenants is the lowest of the low blows during election 2019
  48. a media empire built on spreading propaganda
  49. Cutting penalty rates was supposed to create jobs. It hasn't, and here's why not
  50. Danger. Election 2016 delivered us Robodebt. Promises can have consequences

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