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Amazon drives a fifth city-shaping retail revolution

  • Written by: Paul Drechsler, Doctoral Researcher, University of Western Australia

As possibly the world’s oldest economic activity, retailing didn’t venture away from the traditional street, with its congestion, grime and weather exposure, until about 1800. This resulted in new types of retail space, including enclosed shopping arcades and freestanding or anchor department stores. These are still evident in cities...

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What we can expect from China's economy in 2018

  • Written by: Alice de Jonge, Senior Lecturer, International Law; Asian Business Law, Monash University
What we can expect from China's economy in 2018This year the Chinese Communist Party will tackle some of it's biggest economic hurdles.AAP

In 2017, we saw the consolidation of China’s power and influence globally, and of Communist Party leader Xi Jinping’s power nationally. This year, the party will try to use this to tackle some of its biggest economic hurdles such as financial...

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What are antioxidants? And are they truly good for us?

  • Written by: Jacqui Adcock, Research Fellow in Analytical Chemistry, Deakin University
What are antioxidants? And are they truly good for us?Despite the marketing hype, antioxidants can be harmful when consumed in excess. Israel Egio/Unsplash

Antioxidants seem to be everywhere; in superfoods and skincare, even chocolate and red wine. Products that contain antioxidants are marketed as essential for good health, with promises to fight disease and reverse ageing.

But are they really as...

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Rocky Horror allegations throw a spotlight on acting boundaries, on and off stage

  • Written by: Leith Taylor, Casual lecturer W.A.Academy of Performing Arts, Edith Cowan University
Rocky Horror allegations throw a spotlight on acting boundaries, on and off stageCraig McLachlan (centre), playing the role of Frank-N-Furter, rehearses with the cast of the Rocky Horror Show in 2015.Paul Miller/AAP

Where do the boundaries lie between exploring every possibility an acting role offers and still behaving appropriately, with respect to other performers?

This week Victoria Police confirmed they were investigating all...

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  2. How music festivals can change the tune on sexual violence
  3. Curious Kids: Why can some cups go in the microwave and some not?
  4. Politicians are inflating the evidence used to justify tax increases
  5. Australia's climate in 2017: a warm year, with a wet start and finish
  6. Without culling, Victoria's feral horse plan looks set to fail
  7. The Town Hall Affair brings Germaine Greer's 1970s feminist debate roaring into the present
  8. Can I prevent food allergies in my kids?
  9. Drugs, gums or patches won't increase your chances of quitting
  10. Open plan offices CAN actually work, under certain conditions
  11. Stereotypes in the courtroom can prejudice our justice system – here's how that can be fixed
  12. (At least) five reasons you should wear gardening gloves
  13. With apartment living on the rise, how do families and their noisy children fit in?
  14. Doctors already use phones to share clinical images of patients - legislation needs to catch up
  15. Circus Oz's Model Citizens is a triumph of skill and political satire
  16. If you don't have coeliac disease, avoiding gluten isn't healthy
  17. The off-topic Conversation #146
  18. Why it's time to acknowledge Germaine Greer, journalist
  19. Explainer: how does sunscreen work, what is SPF and can I still tan with it on?
  20. Mum, dad and two kids no longer the norm in the changing Australian family
  21. The future of Sydney: a tale of three cities?
  22. The origin of 'us': what we know so far about where we humans come from
  23. Early intervention is key to support students with anxiety about starting university
  24. Heading back to the office? Bring these plants with you to fight formaldehyde (and other nasties)
  25. Business leaders aren't backing up their promises on sustainable development goals
  26. Why so many tennis players go pro even though few 'make it'
  27. How playing games on your phone or tablet could cut your power bill
  28. You too can be an astrophysicist with your new telescope
  29. The A Bit na Ta exhibition reminds us of our forgotten links to Papua New Guinea
  30. Study habits for success: tips for students
  31. What can I eat to stop mosquitoes biting me?
  32. Transforming the Parramatta Female Factory institutional precinct into a site of conscience
  33. Video explainer: Bowling strategies and decision-making in cricket
  34. We all want the same things in a partner, but why?
  35. Listen up! How to get your message across in just 60 seconds
  36. A riotous, often ribald exploration of feminism's unfinished business
  37. Educational activities for the summer break to beat boredom and learning loss
  38. Virtual reality has added a new dimension to theme park rides — so what's next for thrill-seekers?
  39. Why we shouldn't be too quick to blame migratory animals for global disease
  40. Explainer: the seasonal 'calendars' of Indigenous Australia
  41. Three reasons to get your stress levels in check in 2018
  42. Bias creeps into reference checks, so is it time to ditch them?
  43. From sleeping beauty to the frog prince – why we shouldn't ban fairytales
  44. Explainer: the gods behind the days of the week
  45. Driverless cars could be better or worse for our health – it’s up to us
  46. A high price for policy failure: the ten-year story of spiralling electricity bills
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How Chatswood Tutoring Can Fit Into a Student’s Weekly Routine

Create a Predictable Weekly Structure A consistent weekly routine can make study easier to manage when students are balancing several subjects. Chatswood tutoring can provide a fixed learning point a...

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The Rise of Digital Marketplaces in the Australian Trade Sector

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How Immigration Lawyers Can Help

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

Many industrial processes require moisture to be removed from compressed air, products or process materials before they move to the next stage. Excess moisture can affect equipment performance, produc...

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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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Why a Safety Certified I/O Module Matters in Machine Design

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How to Compare Ceiling Fans online before Buying

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How Ecommerce Order Retail Fulfillment Services Improve Order Accuracy?

Why Order Accuracy Matters in Ecommerce Order Retail Fulfillment Services?  Order accuracy is one...

Transforming Your Backyard for a Sophisticated Milestone Celebration

Hosting a milestone event at home has become a deeply popular choice for Australians looking to cr...

Rubbish Bin Hire: How to Choose the Right Bin for Your Clean-Up

Estimate the Waste Before Booking Clean-ups from renovations, garden clear-outs, office moves and...