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The connection between coffee and bees

". . . coffee farmers who restore patches of forest across their properties can nearly double their profits . . ."

Salon · May 24, 2023

Chlamydia-like bacteria found in Great Barrier Reef, study finds

Researchers have discovered some coral in the Great Barrier Reef — one of the seven wonders of the natural world — is infested with a close relative of the chlamydia-causing bacteria. So, is this bacteria detrimental or beneficial to corals?

ABC News · May 23, 2023

University staff strike over insecure work as 'anger and discontent' builds on campus

University tutors who say they cannot plan for their futures are among the thousands of university staff to walk off the job as part of a national week of action against insecure work and wage theft.

ABC News · May 3, 2023

Australian universities split on using new tool to detect AI plagiarism

Turnitin claims its device is 98% accurate but some institutions are concerned about not having enough time to make a decision

The Guardian - AU · Apr 16, 2023

What Moscow's invasion of Ukraine has meant for Russian students studying in Australia

Many Russian students in Australia have been wary of speaking publicly since the invasion of Ukraine but those who are willing to talk say Moscow's decision has had many consequences.

ABC News · Apr 13, 2023

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Professor Marcia Langton on the Voice's powers and potential

Professor Marcia Langton holds the Foundation Chair of Australian Indigenous Studies at the University of Melbourne, and was co-author (with Professor Tom Calma) of the Indigenous Voice Co-design Process report to the Morrison government. She has been a fighter for rights and progress for Indigenous Australians for decades, and she’s…

The Conversation · Apr 12, 2023

The late resignation? One third of Australian workers are considering quitting their jobs

Australians have been biding their time when it comes to big career moves, but with burnout rising and low unemployment, a change could be coming

The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2023

Daniel Andrews’ media-free trip tells us something about China – and a lot more about journalists and the premier

Of course it would be better for Andrews to take some media. But would they do a good job, or would it be all ‘Chairman Dan’ and local political bullshit?

The Guardian - AU · Mar 29, 2023

How Afghan evacuees are faring in Australia 18 months after fleeing Afghanistan

A survey of Afghan refugees who fled the country after the fall of Kabul in 2021 finds they feel welcome and supported in Australia, but are struggling with the cost of living.

ABC News · Mar 28, 2023

The ‘great resignation’ didn’t happen in Australia, but the ‘great burnout’ did

Australian workers are in poorer physical and mental health since the pandemic. And prime-aged workers are reporting the greatest burnout.

The New Daily · Mar 19, 2023