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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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Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: Dodgy banks under scrutiny

June 19, 2019

The sudden departure of ANZ CEO David Hisco this week has been sold as the bank having high standards of accountability. The intention is obviously to reassure the public, customers, shareholders, regulators and the politicians that all is well, and the local board of ANZ has everything under control. But not everyone’s convinced. And there ... <a title="Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: Dodgy banks under scrutiny" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/bryce-edwards-political-roundup-dodgy-banks-under-scrutiny/" aria-label="Read more about Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: Dodgy banks under scrutiny">Read more</a>

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Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – June 19 2019

June 19, 2019

Editor’s Note: Here below is a list of the main issues currently under discussion in New Zealand and links to media coverage. Today’s content ANZ, banking Bernard Hickey (Newsroom): The smiling assassin returns for his biggest hit Hamish Rutherford (Stuff): ANZ is building a case for stronger bank regulation Gareth Vaughan (Interest): The scale of departing ANZ NZ ... <a title="Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – June 19 2019" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/newsletter-new-zealand-politics-daily-june-19-2019/" aria-label="Read more about Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – June 19 2019">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>

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50 years after Australia’s historic ‘equal pay’ decision, the legacy of ‘women’s work’ remains

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Leonora Risse, Vice-Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellow, RMIT University June 19, 2019 is the 50th anniversary of Australia’s industrial relations system endorsing the principle of “equal pay for equal work”. Yet, five decades on, a gender pay gap remains. The 1969 decision was a breakthrough, but also highlighted the ... <a title="50 years after Australia’s historic ‘equal pay’ decision, the legacy of ‘women’s work’ remains" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/50-years-after-australias-historic-equal-pay-decision-the-legacy-of-womens-work-remains-118761/" aria-label="Read more about 50 years after Australia’s historic ‘equal pay’ decision, the legacy of ‘women’s work’ remains">Read more</a>

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Netflix is opening its first Australian HQ. What does this mean for the local screen industry?

June 19, 2019

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ramon Lobato, Senior research fellow, RMIT University Netflix officially entered the Australian market in 2015, and now reaches 50% of Australia’s adult population. Despite its remarkable success, Netflix has been a purely virtual operation – with no local staff, office, or “boots on the ground”. This looks ... <a title="Netflix is opening its first Australian HQ. What does this mean for the local screen industry?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2019/06/19/netflix-is-opening-its-first-australian-hq-what-does-this-mean-for-the-local-screen-industry-118903/" aria-label="Read more about Netflix is opening its first Australian HQ. What does this mean for the local screen industry?">Read more</a>