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Great time to try: learning to draw

  • Written by: Ari Chand, Lecturer in Visual Communication Design and Creative Industries, University of Newcastle

Being in isolation might be a great time to try something new. In this series, we get the basics on hobbies and activities to start while you’re spending more time at home.


What can take you somewhere untouched by the clanging outside world? What can help you synthesise your thoughts right now?

Drawing, and our fascination with it, can...

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Banning visitors to aged care during coronavirus raises several ethical questions – with no simple answers

  • Written by: Alison Rahn, Senior Research Officer, School of Social Sciences & Translational Health Research Institute (THRI), Western Sydney University
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Physically, older people are among those most vulnerable to the coronavirus.

For those isolated in residential aged care or in the community, they’re also arguably the most vulnerable socially.

Reports from European and American care homes, where large clusters of residents have been infected, provide sobering reminders of the need...

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how to help the young

  • Written by: Jeff Borland, Professor of Economics, University of Melbourne
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Even before COVID-19, young Australians were doing it hard in the labour market.

Slower economic growth and the increasing employment of older Australians since the global financial crisis had been crowding them out.

In recent research Michael Coelli and I estimate that crowding out reduced the proportion of young...

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Fix housing and you'll reduce risks of coronavirus and other disease in remote Indigenous communities

  • Written by: Nina Lansbury Hall, Senior Lecturer, School of Public Health, The University of Queensland

Remote Indigenous communities have taken swift and effective action to quarantine residents against the risks of COVID-19. Under a plan developed by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Group, entry to communities is restricted to essential visitors only. This is important, because crowded and malfunctioning housing in remote...

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

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For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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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?

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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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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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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

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What Happens After You Lodge a BYDA Enquiry? The Step Most Excavation Projects Miss

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

How to Choose the Right Dentist on the Gold Coast

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

The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...

Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...

Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

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

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...

What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...