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Year: 2024

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A renewable energy transition that doesn’t harm nature? It’s not just possible, it’s essential

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Brendan Wintle, Professor in Conservation Science, School of Ecosystem and Forest Science, The University of Melbourne Shutterstock Earth is facing a human-driven climate crisis, which demands a rapid transition to low-carbon energy sources such as wind and solar power. But we’re also living through a mass extinction ... <a title="A renewable energy transition that doesn’t harm nature? It’s not just possible, it’s essential" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/a-renewable-energy-transition-that-doesnt-harm-nature-its-not-just-possible-its-essential-229605/" aria-label="Read more about A renewable energy transition that doesn’t harm nature? It’s not just possible, it’s essential">Read more</a>

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The A-League yellow card scandal might be the tip of the iceberg when it comes to gambling-related corruption

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Alex Russell, Principal Research Fellow, CQUniversity Australia Three players from the Macarthur FC A-League soccer team were recently charged by NSW police for allegedly trying to receive yellow cards on purpose so gamblers could make money on the actions. The trio was arrested by the NSW Police ... <a title="The A-League yellow card scandal might be the tip of the iceberg when it comes to gambling-related corruption" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/the-a-league-yellow-card-scandal-might-be-the-tip-of-the-iceberg-when-it-comes-to-gambling-related-corruption-231391/" aria-label="Read more about The A-League yellow card scandal might be the tip of the iceberg when it comes to gambling-related corruption">Read more</a>

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What are compound exercises and why are they good for you?

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mandy Hagstrom, Senior Lecturer, Exercise Physiology. School of Health Sciences, UNSW Sydney Ground Picture/Shutterstock So you’ve got yourself a gym membership or bought a set of home weights. Now what? With the sheer amount of confusing exercise advice out there, it can be hard to decide what ... <a title="What are compound exercises and why are they good for you?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/what-are-compound-exercises-and-why-are-they-good-for-you-228385/" aria-label="Read more about What are compound exercises and why are they good for you?">Read more</a>

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Force not the answer in Kanaky New Caledonia, says PANG

June 7, 2024

By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific journalist A Pacific regional network has deplored what they call increasing brutality on Kanak youth in Kanaky New Caledonia and the deployment of thousands of troops. New Caledonia has experienced a wave of violence with Nouméa the scene of riots, blockades, looting and deadly clashes since mid-May. France has sent ... <a title="Force not the answer in Kanaky New Caledonia, says PANG" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/force-not-the-answer-in-kanaky-new-caledonia-says-pang/" aria-label="Read more about Force not the answer in Kanaky New Caledonia, says PANG">Read more</a>

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What are the functions of the modern university? 7 answers for the government review

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anthony Richardson, Senior Lecturer and Deputy Director, Te Puna Ako Centre for Tertiary Teaching and Learning, University of Waikato Getty Images It’s no secret New Zealand universities are at a crossroads. Financial constraints, a post-COVID hangover and sweeping staff layoffs have all made for testing times in ... <a title="What are the functions of the modern university? 7 answers for the government review" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/what-are-the-functions-of-the-modern-university-7-answers-for-the-government-review-231261/" aria-label="Read more about What are the functions of the modern university? 7 answers for the government review">Read more</a>

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The defence force is allowing foreign recruits. Will soldiers be willing to die for a country they’ve only lived in for a year?

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ned Dobos, Senior Lecturer in International Ethics, UNSW Sydney From July this year, New Zealand nationals will be eligible to serve in the Australian Defence Force. From January 2025, so will Americans, Canadians and Brits. This raises a number of political and ethical issues that will need ... <a title="The defence force is allowing foreign recruits. Will soldiers be willing to die for a country they’ve only lived in for a year?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/the-defence-force-is-allowing-foreign-recruits-will-soldiers-be-willing-to-die-for-a-country-theyve-only-lived-in-for-a-year-231697/" aria-label="Read more about The defence force is allowing foreign recruits. Will soldiers be willing to die for a country they’ve only lived in for a year?">Read more</a>

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A new Community Pharmacy Agreement starts next month. Here’s what you need to know

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Lesley Russell, Adjunct Associate Professor, Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Economics, University of Sydney PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock The Albanese government and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia have this week signed the eighth Community Pharmacy Agreement, which will come into effect on July 1. The government ... <a title="A new Community Pharmacy Agreement starts next month. Here’s what you need to know" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/a-new-community-pharmacy-agreement-starts-next-month-heres-what-you-need-to-know-230210/" aria-label="Read more about A new Community Pharmacy Agreement starts next month. Here’s what you need to know">Read more</a>

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Business basics: what’s an initial public offering?

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Sean Pinder, Associate Professor, Finance, The University of Melbourne This article is part of The Conversation’s “Business Basics” series where we ask leading experts to discuss key concepts in business, economics and finance. Popular Australian fast-food chain Guzman y Gomez has announced it will undergo an initial ... <a title="Business basics: what’s an initial public offering?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/business-basics-whats-an-initial-public-offering-231805/" aria-label="Read more about Business basics: what’s an initial public offering?">Read more</a>

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Who’s better off and who’s worse off four years on from the outbreak of COVID? The financial picture might surprise you

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ben Phillips, Associate Professor, POLIS@ANU Centre for Social Policy Research, Australian National University Anton Balazh/Shutterstock A lot has happened to the economy since COVID struck, and reading the economic tea leaves has become more difficult. Many of the gains for many Australians in 2020 and 2021 were ... <a title="Who’s better off and who’s worse off four years on from the outbreak of COVID? The financial picture might surprise you" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/whos-better-off-and-whos-worse-off-four-years-on-from-the-outbreak-of-covid-the-financial-picture-might-surprise-you-231172/" aria-label="Read more about Who’s better off and who’s worse off four years on from the outbreak of COVID? The financial picture might surprise you">Read more</a>

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Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power – but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Dulani Jayasuriya, Lecturer in Accounting and Finance, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau Mark Garlick/Getty Images As the urgency of climate change ramps up, focus is increasing on digital currencies to address their environmental impact. According to industry forecasts, the global cryptocurrency market is expected to surge ... <a title="Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power – but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/cryptocurrencies-use-massive-amounts-of-power-but-eco-friendly-alternatives-come-with-their-own-risks-229607/" aria-label="Read more about Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power – but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks">Read more</a>

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Victoria is raising minimum rental standards – it’s good news for tenants and the environment

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Trivess Moore, Associate Professor, School of Property, Construction and Project Management, RMIT University Studio Romantic/Shutterstock Following the lead of countries like New Zealand and the United Kingdom, Australian states and territories are moving slowly towards improving the basic quality and performance of rental housing. Victoria is leading ... <a title="Victoria is raising minimum rental standards – it’s good news for tenants and the environment" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/victoria-is-raising-minimum-rental-standards-its-good-news-for-tenants-and-the-environment-231679/" aria-label="Read more about Victoria is raising minimum rental standards – it’s good news for tenants and the environment">Read more</a>

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‘You can learn from this and so can the class’: 3 ways non-Indigenous teachers can include First Nations content in their lessons

June 7, 2024

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Carly Steele, Lecturer in education, Curtin University All Australian teachers need to be able to teach their students about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures. It is part of their professional standards and the curriculum requires First Nations content to be taught across all areas ... <a title="‘You can learn from this and so can the class’: 3 ways non-Indigenous teachers can include First Nations content in their lessons" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/06/07/you-can-learn-from-this-and-so-can-the-class-3-ways-non-indigenous-teachers-can-include-first-nations-content-in-their-lessons-229917/" aria-label="Read more about ‘You can learn from this and so can the class’: 3 ways non-Indigenous teachers can include First Nations content in their lessons">Read more</a>