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We need to 'climate proof' our sports stadiums

  • Written by: Paul J Govind, Lecturer in Enviromental Law, Macquarie University

For many Australians summer is synonymous with cricket and tennis. But as Australian summers become more prone to extreme heat conditions, sustainable and climate-adaptable stadium design has become a leading consideration for both sporting codes and governments.

The final Ashes test played at the Sydney Cricket Ground recently showed that the...

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The problem isn't unskilled graduates, it's a lack of full-time job opportunities

  • Written by: Shirley Jackson, PhD Candidate in Political Economy, University of Melbourne
The problem isn't unskilled graduates, it's a lack of full-time job opportunitiesThe problem doesn't appear to be with the relevance of qualifications and skillsets to employment, but rather with the scarcity of employment. Shutterstock

The Coalition government’s position on young people is best captured by the phrase “earning or learning”. If you are under 30, the government expects you to be studying in an...

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Mythbusting Ancient Rome: cruel and unusual punishment

  • Written by: Shushma Malik, Lecturer in Classics, University of Roehampton
Mythbusting Ancient Rome: cruel and unusual punishmentIt is commonly thought that anyone in ancient Rome who killed his father, mother, or another relative was subjected to the ‘punishment of the sack’. But is this true?Creative Commons

Early Roman history is full of stories about the terrible fates that befell citizens who broke the law. When a certain Tarpeia let the enemy Sabines into...

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Minecraft teaches kids about tech, but there’s a gender imbalance at play

  • Written by: Jane Mavoa, PhD candidate researching children's play in digital games, University of Melbourne
Minecraft teaches kids about tech, but there’s a gender imbalance at playMore than 120 million copies of Minecraft have been sold.Mojang AB

Arguments about “screen time” are likely to crop up in many households with children these holidays. As one of the best-selling digital games of all time, Minecraft will be a likely culprit.

In a recent survey of Australian adults, excessive “screen time” was...

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  1. Removing pokies from Tasmania's clubs and pubs would help gamblers without hurting the economy
  2. Curious Kids: Why do we always fall asleep in cars?
  3. To end share-bike dumping, focus on how to change people's behaviour
  4. Why Apple buying Disney is pure fantasy
  5. Weight gain during pregnancy: how much is too much?
  6. Balancing work and tertiary study is harder now than in 2012: study
  7. Trust in ethnically diverse areas is improving, but there is more work to be done
  8. How can we halt the feminisation of sea turtles in the northern Great Barrier Reef?
  9. Four Thousand Fish and Broken Glass connect Sydney's Aboriginal past to its present
  10. The off-topic Conversation #147
  11. Where will the global political hotspots be in 2018? (Spoiler alert: it's not all about Donald Trump)
  12. We can't afford to ignore indoor air quality – our lives depend on it
  13. Climate politics in 2018: another guide for the perplexed
  14. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time trades deadpan for high-octane
  15. Whistleblower laws leave tax professionals in an awkward position: dob or keep quiet?
  16. I've always wondered: why do our veins look blue when our blood is red?
  17. Australia's coastal living is at risk from sea level rise, but it's happened before
  18. Why some people in non-violent relationships kill their partners
  19. Why you should avoid hospitals in January
  20. The appeal of the 'flat' organisation -- why some firms are getting rid of middle managers
  21. New study finds 'baby brain' is real, but we're still not sure what causes it
  22. When a country’s towns and villages face extinction
  23. Why it might be time to eradicate sex segregation in sports
  24. Indigenous ranger programs are working in Queensland – they should be expanded
  25. Curious Kids: Why are leaves green?
  26. The stories behind Aboriginal star names now recognised by the world's astronomical body
  27. Teachers who feel appreciated are less likely to leave the profession
  28. How women in media won some pay equality in the 1970s, and why they're still fighting today
  29. Australian sports should follow the English Premier League and reform salary caps
  30. KodakOne could be the start of a new kind of intellectual property
  31. Extreme heat in sport: why using a fixed temperature cut-off isn't as simple as it seems
  32. Home biogas: turning food waste into renewable energy
  33. Essays On Air: Journeys to the underworld – Greek myth, film and American anxiety
  34. Will elections in 2018 see 2017's left-wing revival continue?
  35. Bitcoin, the property market and Trump: the fact and fiction behind doomsaying in 2018
  36. 'Aussie flu'? We can't be sure where flu originates, and that doesn't really matter anyway
  37. Sustainable shopping: is it possible to fly sustainably?
  38. It's time to get ready for augmented reality
  39. My Name Is Jimi is a four-generation Torres Strait history on stage
  40. Mahathir Mohamad crops up again in bid to lead Malaysia – with Anwar on the same side
  41. Schools can’t tackle child literacy levels alone – it takes a village
  42. For women fighting the gender pay gap discrimination law is limited
  43. AquaSonic merges science and art in an underwater symphony
  44. Explainer: 'bomb cyclones' – the intense winter storms that hit the US (and Australia too)
  45. Why a drug treatment for dementia has eluded us
  46. The Winter Olympics and the two Koreas: how sport diplomacy could save the world
  47. Essays On Air: a new podcast from The Conversation bringing the best writing to you
  48. Why children should be taught to build a positive online presence
  49. A month in, Tesla's SA battery is surpassing expectations
  50. What the stats say: is Steve Smith the second-best Australian cricket batsman ever?

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

Effective communication helps teams stay organised, share ideas and keep track of important information. While digital tools are now common in many workplaces, a whiteboard continues to provide a simp...

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

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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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

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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?

Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...

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Why Accurate Measurements Matter When Ordering Flatpack Cabinets

Ordering flatpack cabinets can make a renovation or storage project more manageable, but the proce...

How Long Does Interstate Freight Take in Australia?

If you have ever arranged for stock, equipment or materials to travel from one Australian state to a...

How AEC Firms Can Scale Faster Without Sacrificing Project Quality

Growth presents a fundamental dilemma for architecture, engineering, and construction firms: expan...

What Makes an Aesthetic Clinic Worth Going Back To?

Trying an aesthetic clinic for the first time can feel like a bit of a gamble. You can read review...

Elevate Your Morning Routine with Cafe-Style Coffee at Home with the Right Coffee Machine

There's something magical about that first sip of coffee in the morning. It’s more than just a bev...

Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

NDIS support coordination explained means understanding how a professional can help participants n...