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The cheapest reliable energy system to meet Australia’s climate targets? Solar and wind, no question

There has been a lot of commentary about how to measure the cost of renewables – but much of it misses the point

The Guardian - AU · Sep 1, 2023

Here's what new 60-day prescriptions mean for you and your hip pocket

From today, there are significant changes to how some common medicines are prescribed and dispensed in Australia. This means you could walk away from the pharmacy with 60-days’ worth of your usual medicine from a single prescription.

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023

Morning Mail: Coalition’s big no campaign spenders, Twiggy’s revolving door, humanity’s lucky escape

Analysis of politicians’ Facebook advertising data shows uses of public money to target yes activists, while Fortescue loses an exec and gains Kwasi Kwarteng

The Guardian - AU · Aug 31, 2023

What will putting the interests of Qantas ahead of Qatar Airways cost? $1 billion per year and a new wave of protectionism of legacy carriers

The government’s decision to deny Qatar Airways the right to fly an extra 21 flights per week into Australia’s three biggest cities might just be returning Australia to the old days where we protected Australia’s national carrier at the expense of Australians.

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023

'Emu Men': a new way to recognise and celebrate Indigenous fathers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains images of deceased people. All images featured in this article have been published with respective permissions.

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023

Friday essay: traps, rites and kurrajong twine – the incredible ingenuity of Indigenous fishing knowledge

Standing on a ferry chugging across Sydney Harbour, it’s still possible to imagine the city as it was in 1788 – before the span of the bridge, before the marinas and yachts, before buildings were planted onto that sloping, rocky landscape. Pockets of bush still reach down towards the water,…

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023

Under-counting, a gendered industry, and precarious work: the challenges facing Creative Australia in supporting visual artists

When Arts Minister Tony Burke launched the bill introducing Creative Australia, the new organisation at the heart of the Revive Cultural Policy, he did so with a bold statement:

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023

Australia needs a 'knowledge economy' fuelled by scientists and arts graduates: here's why

The federal government has been asking for “bold ideas” to “reimagine” the future of Australian higher education for decades to come.

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023

Steve Irwin’s son is dating Heath Ledger’s niece, and fans are emotional

‘My condolences to all the broken hearts in Australia,’ says one fan

The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023

"Proud of him": Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh hails debutant Tanveer Sangha

Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh praised debutant Tanveer Sangha for his 4-31 bowling figure, the best for a debutant. Marsh lauded Sangha's calmness and hailed him as a "ripping young kid".

The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023