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OPINION

A push to cool Australian cities may inadvertently increase our skin cancer risk, unless we act

Our cities are becoming ever hotter – due to both the way they’re built, as well as climate change and the extreme heat events it brings.
INNOVATION

Heading on an overseas holiday? The Australian dollar tumbles – but it’s not all bad news

The Australian dollar plummeted despite the fact that the Federal Reserve has recently cut rates three times.
HEALTH

From garlic to parsley, new research reveals the herbs and spices Australians love most

Herbs and spices have even been shown to provide important health benefits such as managing weight and preventing inflammation.
POLITICS

Labor and Albanese end 2024 in worst poll position this term

Anthony Albanese’s net approval slumped six points in Essential since November to -11, with 50% disapproving and 39% approving.
OPINION

Albanese government is spending millions on news, but crucial community media remains underfunded

Australian journalism has been in trouble for years, with a range of factors contributing to the reduced availability and quality of local news.
Health

Will we have a COVID wave, spike or blip this Christmas? It depends where you live

Estimates suggest XEC has risen from 10% to 60% of circulating SARS-CoV-2 in the past two months.
OPINION

Don’t understand your child’s report? Ask their teacher these questions instead

School reports are important because they help parents stay engaged in their child’s schooling.
INFOTAINMENT

Decorating your Christmas tree? Try these crafts inspired by Aussie plants and animals

Let’s set aside the holly, snowmen and reindeer this Christmas and decorate our homes with some of Australia’s most remarkable species instead.
IMMIGRATION

Pacific Labour Mobility summit draws 350 delegates, highlights resilience and regional partnerships

This year’s Pacific Labour Mobility Annual Meeting (PLMAM), held under the banner “Collectively Building Resilience”, took place in Brisbane from 11 to 14 November 2024.
SPORTS

How is the Big Bash League faring after 14 years of ups and downs – and what’s next?

The BBL began in 2011–12, partly in response to developments beyond our shores.
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INNOVATION

World-first centre launched in Sydney to help cancer survivors thrive beyond treatment

Bringing together academic expertise and community connection, the Centre will lead research aimed at reshaping health systems so surviving cancer also means living well.
OPINION

Bunnings’ backyard pods won’t fix the housing crisis, but they signal a shift

As Bunnings, Australia’s biggest hardware retailer starts selling tiny homes, it feels like a turning point.
NEWS

Queensland man denied bail after alleged extremist material found on phone

AFP officers visited the man’s home and issued him with official information outlining the illegality of publicly displaying Nazi symbols.
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