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The smoke from autumn burn-offs could make coronavirus symptoms worse. It’s not worth the risk

  • Written by: Don Driscoll, Professor in Terrestrial Ecology, Deakin University
The smoke from autumn burn-offs could make coronavirus symptoms worse. It’s not worth the riskMomentsForZen/Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND

It’s hard to forget the thick smoke plumes blanketing Australia’s cities and towns during the black summer. But consecutive days of smoke haze can also come from planned burns to reduce fuel loads, and fires set after logging.

Expanding planned burning is often touted as a way to mitigate the risk of...

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Intergenerational fairness puts COVID-19 obligation on older people

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

While Scott Morrison and most other politicians are trying to be their best selves during the coronavirus crisis, Malcolm Turnbull’s book is crashing in, chocker with reminders of how the Liberals behaved during their coups.

The book’s not out until Monday but details emerged on Thursday, including Turnbull’s juicy claim Morrison...

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Government funding to Qantas and Virgin to ensure air services on key routes

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

The government has announced up to $165 million to enable Qantas and Virgin Australia to service crucial metropolitan and regional routes over the next two months, with a review after that on whether more support is needed.

The network includes all state and territory capitals and large regional centres such as Albury, Alice Springs, Coffs Harbour,...

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