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Flushing is our next weapon against COVID-19, if you're happy to have your sewage scrutinised

  • Written by: Anna Kosovac, Research Fellow in International Urban Politics, University of Melbourne
Flushing is our next weapon against COVID-19, if you're happy to have your sewage scrutinised

We may have a surprising new ally in the bid to contain the COVID-19 outbreak: your sewage.

Australia’s government recently announced that sewage is to be tested for SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Federal health minister Greg Hunt explained this will be a key part of the monitoring program that will need to be in place to...

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How the coronavirus pandemic is (finally) resulting in leadership for the greater good

  • Written by: Samuel Wilson, Senior Lecturer in Leadership, Swinburne University of Technology
How the coronavirus pandemic is (finally) resulting in leadership for the greater goodMick Tsikas/AAP

In the space of six weeks, the threat posed by COVID-19 and the sudden absence of partisanship from the political landscape have ushered in a focus on leadership for the greater good, the likes of which we haven’t seen for years.

Leadership for the greater good occurs when leaders create value for society in a manner that is...

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Mavis Ngallametta review - a bittersweet collection of a songwoman's stories of home

  • Written by: Chari Larsson, Lecturer of art history, Griffith University
Mavis Ngallametta review - a bittersweet collection of a songwoman's stories of homeBush Fire At Top Yalgamungken 2015. Collection: Art at Swiss Re. Image courtesy: Martin Browne Contemporary

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains references to deceased people.

This has been a difficult review to write. The late Aurukun artist Mavis Ngallametta’s major survey exhibition Show Me the...

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In 1919, Anzac Day was commemorated despite the Spanish flu pandemic. In 2020, we will remember them again

  • Written by: Frank Bongiorno, Professor of History, ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences, Australian National University
In 1919, Anzac Day was commemorated despite the Spanish flu pandemic. In 2020, we will remember them againAAP/Paul Miller

Anzac Day 2020 will be a far cry from the Australian War Memorial’s dawn service of recent years. While dignified and solemn, the dawn service has also been spectacle. Sophisticated technology is used to project images from the memorial’s photographic collection onto the building. From an hour before the service, members...

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  1. Modelling tells us the coronavirus app will need a big take-up, economics tells us how to get it
  2. staying at home for months is unlikely to lead to an eye-watering electricity bill
  3. Why the focus of stimulus plans has to be construction that puts social housing first
  4. If we can put a man on the Moon, we can save the Great Barrier Reef
  5. How to beat weight gain at menopause
  6. Japanese Australian veterans and the legacy of anti-Asian racism
  7. Caring for community to beat coronavirus echoes Indigenous ideas of a good life
  8. If Scott Morrison is true to his word, October's budget could be a doozy
  9. Why coronavirus emerges in clusters, and how New Zealand plans to eliminate outbreaks after lockdown
  10. it's a humanitarian and economic crisis in the making
  11. How to manage your blood pressure in isolation
  12. What elective surgery will be allowed now the coronavirus situation has improved? It's up to your surgeon or hospital
  13. Corporations prepare to sue over action to save lives as pandemic reveals trade flaws
  14. What is Dalgona coffee? The whipped coffee trend taking over the internet during isolation
  15. in a time of crisis the Bureau of Statistics is serving us well
  16. how laughter can connect and heal
  17. Is it time for a 'new way of war?' What China's army reforms mean for the rest of the world
  18. most of us won’t cooperate unless everyone does
  19. Sparkling dolphins swim off our coast, but humans are threatening these natural light shows
  20. 6 steps towards remaking the homelessness system so it works for young people
  21. Recreating masterpieces at home? People have been doing it for centuries
  22. Government needs credible pitch and strong guarantees to get app take-up
  23. Can coronavirus spread 4 metres?
  24. Elective surgery's due to restart next week so now's the time to fix waiting lists once and for all
  25. Coronavirus TV 'support' package leaves screen writers and directors even less certain than before
  26. There are 10 catastrophic threats facing humans right now, and coronavirus is only one of them
  27. Despite huge coronavirus stimulus package, the government might still need to pay more
  28. why China will never welcome a global inquiry into the source of COVID-19
  29. some students may need in-class time more than others
  30. reflecting on past airline collapses in Australia
  31. why switching to electric transport makes sense even if electricity is not fully renewable
  32. all the reasons to cook with your kids
  33. Coronavirus reminds us how liveable neighbourhoods matter for our well-being
  34. War movies are big earners. What does that say about us?
  35. where Malcolm Turnbull's memoir fits in the rich history of prime ministerial books
  36. These 5 images show how air pollution changed over Australia’s major cities before and after lockdown
  37. What just happened to the price of oil?
  38. Good news on elective surgery, but dire warning on the economy
  39. Does anyone know what your wishes are if you're sick and dying from coronavirus?
  40. Voluntary administration isn't a death sentence for Virgin Australia – or for competition
  41. What if the vaccine or drugs don't save us? Plan B for coronavirus means research on alternatives is urgently needed
  42. Antarctic endeavours, primary health care research and dark matter exploration
  43. Why do some people with coronavirus get symptoms while others don't?
  44. Is the government's coronavirus app a risk to privacy?
  45. Three simple things Australia should do to secure access to treatments, vaccines, tests and devices during the coronavirus crisis
  46. A new kind of physics? Stephen Wolfram has a radical plan to build the universe from dots and lines
  47. Missing your friends? Rereading Harry Potter might be the next best thing
  48. COVID-19 has laid bare how much we value women's work, and how little we pay for it
  49. It's time to admit our COVID-19 'exit strategy' might just look like a more flexible version of lockdown
  50. 3 ways nature in the city can do you good, even in self-isolation

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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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

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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

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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...

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