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Weekly Dose: Krokodil, the Russian ‘flesh-eating’ drug, makes a rare appearance in Australia

June 20, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Julaine Allan, Senior research fellow, Charles Sturt University A young man recently turned up at a rural drug and alcohol service in New South Wales seeking help because of an infection in his arm. He said he had injected the drug Krokodil, which had not previously been ... <a title="Weekly Dose: Krokodil, the Russian ‘flesh-eating’ drug, makes a rare appearance in Australia" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/20/weekly-dose-krokodil-the-russian-flesh-eating-drug-makes-a-rare-appearance-in-australia-117594/" aria-label="Read more about Weekly Dose: Krokodil, the Russian ‘flesh-eating’ drug, makes a rare appearance in Australia">Read more</a>

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Here’s what teachers look for when kids start school

June 20, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Amy Graham, PhD Candidate, Charles Darwin University Many parents believe teaching their child to read is the best way to get them ready to start school, but teachers often disagree. Teachers generally consider it more important for children to know how to regulate their emotions, be confident ... <a title="Here’s what teachers look for when kids start school" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/20/heres-what-teachers-look-for-when-kids-start-school-116523/" aria-label="Read more about Here’s what teachers look for when kids start school">Read more</a>

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Buck-passing on apartment building safety leaves residents at risk

June 20, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Geoff Hanmer, Adjunct Lecturer in Architecture, UNSW Hundreds of residents in a Sydney apartment complex, the 122-unit Mascot Towers, were evacuated last Sunday when cracks began to appear due to a serious structural failure. And it isn’t clear when the residents can return. This crisis echoes the ... <a title="Buck-passing on apartment building safety leaves residents at risk" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/20/buck-passing-on-apartment-building-safety-leaves-residents-at-risk-119000/" aria-label="Read more about Buck-passing on apartment building safety leaves residents at risk">Read more</a>

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Myth busted. Boosting super would cost the budget more than it saved on age pensions

June 20, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Brendan Coates, Program Director, Household Finances, Grattan Institute It is often claimed that Australia’s superannuation system will ease the budgetary burden of an ageing population. It’s certainly the impression put about by those pushing for an increase in employers’ compulsory contributions from 9.5% to 12%. But new ... <a title="Myth busted. Boosting super would cost the budget more than it saved on age pensions" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/20/myth-busted-boosting-super-would-cost-the-budget-more-than-it-saved-on-age-pensions-119002/" aria-label="Read more about Myth busted. Boosting super would cost the budget more than it saved on age pensions">Read more</a>

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Frozen was our most important feminist film but the sequel won’t have the same impact

June 20, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Darren Paul Fisher, Head of Directing, Department of Film, Screen and Creative Media, Bond University “Elsa, the past is not what it seems.” The opening line from the latest Frozen II trailer invites us to revisit not only the original world of the film but to re-think ... <a title="Frozen was our most important feminist film but the sequel won’t have the same impact" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/20/frozen-was-our-most-important-feminist-film-but-the-sequel-wont-have-the-same-impact-118915/" aria-label="Read more about Frozen was our most important feminist film but the sequel won’t have the same impact">Read more</a>

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We know contact with nature makes you feel better. Can virtual contact do the same?

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Navjot Bhullar, Associate Professor – Faculty of Medicine and Health; School of Psychology, University of New England You might have noticed that being in nature can improve your mood. Whether it’s walking in a beautiful rainforest, swimming in the ocean or a moment of wonder at the ... <a title="We know contact with nature makes you feel better. Can virtual contact do the same?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/we-know-contact-with-nature-makes-you-feel-better-can-virtual-contact-do-the-same-111752/" aria-label="Read more about We know contact with nature makes you feel better. Can virtual contact do the same?">Read more</a>

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Can a sperm donor be a legal parent? In landmark decision, the High Court says yes

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Cassandra Seery, Associate Lecturer in Law, Deakin University On Wednesday, the High Court handed down a landmark decision that confirmed parentage rights to a man who donated his sperm to a woman who wanted to have a child. The ruling could impact thousands of couples and single ... <a title="Can a sperm donor be a legal parent? In landmark decision, the High Court says yes" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/can-a-sperm-donor-be-a-legal-parent-in-landmark-decision-the-high-court-says-yes-115553/" aria-label="Read more about Can a sperm donor be a legal parent? In landmark decision, the High Court says yes">Read more</a>

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Australia’s energy exports increase global greenhouse emissions, not decrease them

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Frank Jotzo, Director, Centre for Climate Economics and Policy, Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University When unveiling government data revealing Australia’s rising greenhouse emissions, federal energy minister Angus Taylor sought to temper the news by pointing out that much of the increase is due to ... <a title="Australia’s energy exports increase global greenhouse emissions, not decrease them" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/australias-energy-exports-increase-global-greenhouse-emissions-not-decrease-them-118990/" aria-label="Read more about Australia’s energy exports increase global greenhouse emissions, not decrease them">Read more</a>

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Sport is full of conspiracy theories – Chris Froome’s horrific cycling crash is just the latest example

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mathew Marques, Lecturer in Social Psychology, La Trobe University The recent crash of four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome put his attempt for a record-equalling 5th title on hold. (The 2019 Tour de France starts on July 6.) But the spectacular, career-limiting smash also fuelled conspiracy ... <a title="Sport is full of conspiracy theories – Chris Froome’s horrific cycling crash is just the latest example" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/sport-is-full-of-conspiracy-theories-chris-froomes-horrific-cycling-crash-is-just-the-latest-example-118918/" aria-label="Read more about Sport is full of conspiracy theories – Chris Froome’s horrific cycling crash is just the latest example">Read more</a>

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What do Aboriginal Australians want from their aged care system? Community connection is number one

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tony Broe, Senior Principal Research Fellow, Neuroscience Research Australia The Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is ageing at a much faster rate than the non-Indigenous population. Aboriginal Australians record high mid-life rates of multiple chronic diseases including heart disease and stroke, lung disease, and type ... <a title="What do Aboriginal Australians want from their aged care system? Community connection is number one" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/what-do-aboriginal-australians-want-from-their-aged-care-system-community-connection-is-number-one-118913/" aria-label="Read more about What do Aboriginal Australians want from their aged care system? Community connection is number one">Read more</a>

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The three things universities must do to survive disruption

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Fischetti, Professor, Interim Pro Vice Chancellor of the Faculty of Education and Arts; Dean/Head of School of Education, University of Newcastle This essay is part of a series of articles on the future of education. The nature of global communication (for better and worse) has changed. ... <a title="The three things universities must do to survive disruption" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/the-three-things-universities-must-do-to-survive-disruption-117970/" aria-label="Read more about The three things universities must do to survive disruption">Read more</a>

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Playing games? It’s a serious way to win community backing for change

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anthony Duckworth, Assistant Professor, Australian Urban Design Research Centre, University of Western Australia How would you and your neighbours triple the number of households in your street block in order to keep your cherished suburb thriving and do your bit to tackle urban sprawl? You have a ... <a title="Playing games? It’s a serious way to win community backing for change" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/playing-games-its-a-serious-way-to-win-community-backing-for-change-116171/" aria-label="Read more about Playing games? It’s a serious way to win community backing for change">Read more</a>