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There's a good chance you're new to The Conversation – here's how we deliver news differently

  • Written by: Misha Ketchell, Editor & Executive Director, The Conversation
There's a good chance you're new to The Conversation – here's how we deliver news differentlyThe Conversation's Politics + Society team, in a time before coronavirus. Penny Stephens/The Conversation, CC BY-SA

More than 20,000 new readers have signed up to this newsletter in the past six months, which means there’s a sizable bunch of you who haven’t been reading The Conversation for very long. Hopefully you’ve been...

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A temporary income tax hike is the bitter but equitable pill Australia should swallow

  • Written by: Jonathan Karnon, Professor of Health Economics, Flinders University
A temporary income tax hike is the bitter but equitable pill Australia should swallowShutterstock

We’re all in this pandemic together. But we’re currently leaving it to a small proportion of the community to shoulder most of the economic pain.

It’s an approach that’s compounding social and intergenerational inequity.

To date the Australian government has committed A$320 billion to support households and...

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New Zealand's coronavirus elimination strategy has united a nation. Can that unity outlast lockdown?

  • Written by: Grant Duncan, Associate Professor for the School of People, Environment and Planning, Massey University
New Zealand's coronavirus elimination strategy has united a nation. Can that unity outlast lockdown?A billboard created by Auckland University of Technology students. thanking New Zealand's essential workers.HuttValleyDHB/Twitter

During a national emergency we discover how well, or poorly, a country is governed. But New Zealand’s success so far in working towards eliminating COVID-19 isn’t due just to leadership from the top....

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How to keep a coronavirus-safe distance when you're jogging or cycling

  • Written by: Emmanuel Stamatakis, Professor of Physical Activity, Lifestyle, and Population Health, University of Sydney
How to keep a coronavirus-safe distance when you're jogging or cyclingShutterstock/Pazargic Liviu

We’re told to keep a minimum of 1.5 metres apart from others to avoid the spread of COVID-19 via contact with virus-contaminated droplets.

So when news emerged last week of a study showing the potential for droplets to spread beyond 1.5m if a person is walking, jogging or cycling, it raised concerns.

But the study...

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  1. Great time to try: learning to draw
  2. Banning visitors to aged care during coronavirus raises several ethical questions – with no simple answers
  3. how to help the young
  4. Fix housing and you'll reduce risks of coronavirus and other disease in remote Indigenous communities
  5. The psychology of comfort food
  6. For most universities, there's little point to the government's COVID-19 assistance package
  7. what makes hairdressing 'essential'? Even the hairdressers want to close
  8. why pets are at risk during this pandemic
  9. beware the cyber risks of virtual meet-up apps like Houseparty
  10. How some Australian media are failing us on coronavirus
  11. how white roofs help to reflect the sun's heat
  12. National and state leaders may not always agree, but this hasn't hindered our coronavirus response
  13. View from The Hill – So you wanted to spend more time with the kids?
  14. What does it mean to be immunocompromised? And why does this increase your risk of coronavirus?
  15. We don't know for sure if coronavirus can spread through poo, but it's possible
  16. Transmitting COVID-19 to another person could send you to prison for life. Here's why this is worrisome
  17. 4 ways to be a good landlord in a time of coronavirus
  18. Smoking increases your coronavirus risk. There's never been a better time to quit
  19. This could be the end of the line for cruise ships
  20. Gaming fosters social connection at a time of physical distance
  21. Why is it so hard to stop COVID-19 misinformation spreading on social media?
  22. While towns run dry, cotton extracts 5 Sydney Harbours' worth of Murray Darling water a year. It's time to reset the balance
  23. My skin's dry with all this hand washing. What can I do?
  24. The last thing companies should be doing right now is paying dividends
  25. Hotels are no 'luxury' place to detain people seeking asylum in Australia
  26. Trust in government is high in NZ, but will it last until the country's elections later in the year?
  27. Coronavirus debate turns to whether Australia should embrace 'elimination' strategy
  28. Great time to try: starting a vegetable garden
  29. How long are you infectious when you have coronavirus?
  30. Australia had rent control in wartime. War on coronavirus demands the same response
  31. What should we do with 1 billion hours of time? Australia's COVID-19 opportunity
  32. The coronavirus lockdown is forcing us to view 'screen time' differently. That's a good thing
  33. Destitution on Australia's hardening border with PNG – and the need for a better aid strategy
  34. our good intentions usually fall short. Here are 4 ways to shop responsibly
  35. Trade apprentices will help our post COVID-19 recovery. We need to do more to keep them in work
  36. Headlines promise Australia's on the 'cusp' of defeating coronavirus. We're not and it's too soon to relax restrictions
  37. Coronavirus highlights the painful political truth about health inequality. Is social democracy the answer?
  38. today's grandmothers grew up protesting. Now they have nothing to lose
  39. Forget old screen 'time' rules during coronavirus. Here's what you should focus on instead
  40. Coronavirus an ‘existential threat’ to Africa and her crowded slums
  41. What a simulated Mars mission taught me about food waste
  42. With everyone stuck indoors, esports is poised for its time in the sun
  43. Open or else face funding cut – Minister Tehan's edict to independent schools
  44. Australia's coronavirus debate turns to the way out
  45. MPs Tim Watts, Fiona Martin, Clare O'Neil and Helen Haines talk about serving their electorates during the coronavirus crisis
  46. Michelle Grattan on Australia's exit out of coronavirus restrictions
  47. what causes a 'second wave' of disease outbreak, and could we see this in Australia?
  48. What to do if you've been fined for breaching coronavirus restrictions
  49. The coronavirus lockdown might help limit this year's flu season – but you should still get your flu jab anyway
  50. Easter eggs can bring a little 'normality' to kids in isolation. But should we ration them or let kids eat how many they like?

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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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Portable Toilet Hygiene Standards Explained: Clean vs Sanitised vs Disinfected

In portable toilet servicing, the words clean, sanitised, and disinfected often get used as if they mean the same thing. They don’t. And that difference matters because a unit can look tidy and still ...

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Options Available When a Company Faces Financial Distress

Financial distress can develop gradually or arrive suddenly, and when it does, the decisions made in the early stages often determine what options remain available later. Directors who act promptly ...

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What Healthcare Teams Look for When Choosing Specialist Surgical Supplies

In clinical environments, small details rarely stay small. A delayed instrument, a poorly matched device or inconsistent supply quality can affect theatre flow, staff confidence and patient outcomes. ...

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Reducing Sales Friction Through Centralized Content Delivery

Sales friction appears whenever buyers or sales teams face unnecessary obstacles in the buying journey. It can happen when information is hard to find, when messaging feels inconsistent, when product ...

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Why Choosing the Right Bollard Supplier Matters for Australian Businesses and Public Spaces

From busy CBD streetscapes to sprawling warehouse loading docks, bollards have become one of the most essential safety and security fixtures across Australia. Whether protecting pedestrians from veh...

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Why Modular Content Is Transforming Modern Marketing Teams

Modern marketing teams are expected to produce more content than ever before. They need to support websites, landing pages, email campaigns, social channels, product pages, sales enablement material...

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Everything You Need to Know About Getting Support from Optus

Whether you've been an Optus customer for years or you've just switched over, at some point you'll probably need to contact their support team. Maybe your bill looks different from what you expected. ...

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The Marketing Strategy That’s Quietly Draining Sydney Business Owners’ Bank Accounts

Sydney businesses are investing more in digital marketing than ever before. The intention is clear. More visibility should mean more leads, more customers, and steady growth. However, many business ...

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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 ...

Australia’s Best Walking Trails and the Shoes You Need to Tackle Them

Australia is not short on spectacular walks. You can follow ocean cliffs in Victoria, cross ancien...

Why Pre-Purchase Building Inspections Are Essential Before Buying a Home in Australia

source Have you ever walked through an open home and started picturing your furniture, family d...

5 Signs Your Car Needs Immediate Attention Before It Breaks Down

Car problems rarely appear without warning. In most cases, your vehicle gives clear signals before...

Ensuring Safety and Efficiency with Professional Electrical Solutions

For businesses in Newcastle, a safe and fully functioning workplace remains a key part of day-to-d...

Choosing The Right Bin Hire Solution For Hassle-Free Waste Management

When it comes to managing waste efficiently, finding the right solution can save both time and eff...

Why Cleanliness Is Critical In Childcare Environments

Children explore the world with curiosity, often touching surfaces, sharing toys, and interacting ...

What to Look for in a Reliable Australian Engineering Partner

Choosing an engineering partner is rarely just about technical capability. Most businesses can fin...