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AI is driving down the price of knowledge – universities have to rethink what they offer

According to global consultancy McKinsey, generative AI could add between US$2.6 trillion and $4.4 trillion in annual global productivity.

Made in India, Powered by Australia: The ECTA Partnership That’s Changing Supply Chains

India exports refined petroleum products, pharmaceuticals, textiles, engineering goods, and agricultural commodities to Australia.

Interest rates are on hold at 3.85%, as the Reserve Bank opts for caution over mortgage relief

By holding steady, the bank is signalling it is not yet fully convinced inflation is returning to target and is prepared to wait for further evidence before cutting again.

Were donors serious about the sustainability of benefits from projects?

Analysis of project reports revealed two fundamental areas of concern that help us to understand the neglect of sustainability: defining sustainability, and coherence in donor development policies and practices.

Why some uni teachers give higher grades than students deserve

To better understand grade inflation, we sought the opinions of those closest to the phenomenon: university teachers.

Hong Kong’s light fades as another pro-democracy party folds

The world witnessed Hong Kong at its brightest during the 2014 Umbrella Movement, when hundreds of thousands of pro-democracy protesters camped out on city streets for several months.

Pacific People first: the critical role of education

There are at least 15 universities serving the region, including new or enhanced national institutions.

How many serious incidents are happening in Australian childcare centres? We don’t really know

The national childcare quality authority’s data shows there has been a slow but steady increase in the rate of serious incidents in the eight years to 2023–24.

Australia’s superannuation regulator is worried about your fund’s spending, Should you be?

Super fund, CBUS, last year admitted it spent A$387,000 of members’ retirement savings on a 40th birthday bash attended by 750 guests.

Parents of kids in daycare are terrified following Melbourne abuse allegations, What can they do?

High staff turnover at the centre should be a warning sign for employers and parents alike.

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Premier Jacinta Allan refuses to resign as Deputy Premier Ben Carroll launches challenge for leadership

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Devotees celebrate 125 years of Ram Leela tradition at historic Baba Ragho Vishnu Kuti Hindu Temple in Fiji

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