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Police do use ‘sound cannons’ at protests – but it’s unlikely they’re responsible for the injuries claimed by some protestors.
Tensions between Australia and China have increased further, after the Chinese shone a laser at a RAAF surveillance aircraft that was observing Chinese naval activity in Australia’s exclusive economic zone.
Laser pointing is separated from firing a missile with hostile intent by a mere split second – this is what makes such an action so dangerous.
One third of the economists surveyed say Australia’s migration target should be lifted to 190,000 per year. Another third say 190,000 is not enough.
Increasing perceptions of corruption in Australia could be suppressing economic growth by as much as 0.6%
Disruption at each stage of supply chain – production, transportation and distribution – is forcing New Zealand to ‘import’ more inflation. There will be no quick fix in 2022.
These are poignant cries of a disappearing landscape – the creaking calls of gang-gangs, buzzing bowerbirds and the mournful cry of the far eastern curlew.
It’s too hot for bare feet, but that doesn’t mean you can cook a fry-up on the path outside your house. A frying pan is a much better tool for the job, because it conducts heat far more efficiently.
It is not unusual that Morrison talks about prayer in his responses. But we might expect more than just prayer from a devout Christian who also happens to be prime minister.
University of Canberra Professional Fellow Michelle Grattan and University of Canberra Associate Professor Caroline Fisher discuss the week in politics
Strip-searching prisoners has been found to breach human rights. Will the Victorian government implement changes to strip-searching policies in places of detention?
The new law makes it illegal for ‘foreign’ persons or entities to fundraise or directly spend on electioneering, or to authorise electoral material.
People living in poverty or disadvantage are three times more likely to die from COVID than the wealthy.
A new review of Australian asthma studies points the finger at three common household triggers.
If you’re interested in the history, traits and skills of these amazing dogs – and perhaps have wondered about owning one yourself – here’s what you need to know.
Southern Tasmania’s cool climate was thought to be a climate refuge for tall forests. But that may no longer be true.
Sometimes Granny can be a bit too honest. This is a normal part of ageing.
Asylum seekers in Australia who arrived by boat mainly hold temporary visas. If they want to attend university, they have to pay international fees.
They say to improve your mood you should fake a smile and roll with the crowd. But research suggests the more pressure you feel to be happy, the worse you’ll end up feeling.
A tighter labour market than in the past is now needed to drive real wages growth.
In the first analysis of its kind, researchers interviewed Australians over 50 who have been house-sitting for more than a year.
If you were to believe the Morrison government, you’d think Anthony Albanese as prime minister would sell out Australia’s interests to China, give criminals a break, and perhaps sneak in a death tax.
As authorities grapple with the best way to respond to the tragedy, it’s worth remembering all shark mitigation measures come with both merits and drawbacks – and none is a silver bullet.
A new review of the evidence found long-term low-carb dieters lost just under a kilo more weight than other dieters. But they could be missing out on some important nutrients.