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GNDI: a new approach to measuring economic performance in the Pacific

Economists agree this is the better measure but in most countries the difference between GDP and GNDI is minuscule.

Is Australia in a youth crime crisis? Here’s what the numbers say

These numbers are not at the level to sustain an argument for a crisis in youth crime, despite the high-profile media attention.

The key academic skill you’ve probably never heard of – and 4 ways to encourage it

When parents think about their child’s education, they probably focus on basic skills and exam results, the amount a child is trying and their wellbeing.

Sussan Ley talks about ‘Australian values’ in assessing migrants. What exactly does that mean?

Ley’s comments came in the wake of the case of civil engineer Matthew Gruter, a South African national who moved to Australia in 2022 on a work-sponsored visa.

The Hong Kong high-rise fire shows how difficult it is to evacuate in an emergency

This makes it one of Hong Kong’s deadliest building fires in living memory, and already the worst since the Garley Building fire in 1996.

Prof. Sushil Kumar and Bibhya Sharma appointed as new Fellows of the Pacific Academy of Sciences

Both have played central roles in mentoring emerging scientists, leading collaborative regional projects, and driving research that supports sustainable development

A deeper understanding of Sikhism through the eyes of Australian students

Their warmth made us feel at home, reflecting the deep significance of equality, community, and service, which form the core of Sikhism.

Inaugural forum of Indian-origin academics at QUT puts education and research at heart of Australia–India ties

Speakers discussed how Indian-origin academics, who often have strong professional and cultural links with both countries, can help design and lead new models of joint work.

Proposed cuts at State Library of Victoria go against its mission – and will hurt the disadvantaged

On the same weekend the cuts to the State Library of Victoria were revealed, it was reported that the Allan Labor government will provide A$21 million in support for the $45 million redevelopment of the Bendigo Art Gallery.

A new study shows little kids who count on their fingers do better at maths

Neuroscientists might also note similar parts of your brain activate when you move your fingers and think about numbers, which helps memory.

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“Jacinta’s not mowing”: Liberal leader Jess Wilson trims overgrown lawn in direct jab at Allan-Labor government

“The Allan Labor government can’t afford to mow the grass anymore. So we decided to do it for them,” she said.

Fiji government rules out forcing workers in Australia home over extramarital affairs

He dismissed claims that employers in Australia and New Zealand were rejecting Fijian workers due to crime or domestic violence, clarifying that no such reports have been received.

India strongly condemns vandalism and theft of Mahatma Gandhi statue in Melbourne

“We have strongly raised the matter with Australian authorities and urged them to take immediate action to recover the missing statue and hold the culprits accountable.”
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