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Secrecy in Victoria’s courts is rife. Here are 6 reforms that would make the system better
There’s no doubt open justice is at crisis point in Victoria following sustained negative media reporting. But it can be improved.
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Australia’s housing market is cooling. Perhaps our expectations should too
We are judging the success of Australia’s housing system using the wrong measures.
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Fragmented and incomplete: why isn’t anyone in charge of Australia’s EV charger rollout?
Australia’s EV transition is gathering pace – but fixing gaps in the public charger network will be essential for the shift to continue.
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Cultural safety isn’t a buzzword. It’s a vital part of First Nations health care and healing
Indigenous Australians are less likely to use health services than non-Indigenous people – even when needed. So health services need to change.
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If you flirt with an AI companion, does that count as cheating?
Some people rely on AI romantic companions for emotional support or private sexual exploration. Some partners experience this as betrayal.
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The ‘navalization’ of economic warfare sees trade routes become zones of force rather than rules
With the declining power of financial sanctions, many countries are now physically boarding ships to enforce scattershot rules of trade, conflict and commerce.
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Why Pope Leo’s visit to Lampedusa matters for migrants, the church and global politics
Pope Leo is following in his predecessor’s footsteps by placing migrants in the focus of his pontificate.
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New study finds clear-cut logging can dramatically increase flood risk
In mountainous environments, logging can hasten snowmelt, leading to larger floods.
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UK ‘only’ contributes 1% global emissions – but alongside many other countries, that all adds up
If many countries take the stance that ‘we’re only contributing 1% of global emissions’, responsibility dwindles and action stalls.
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World Cup’s credibility in question after Fifa volte face following call from Donald Trump
The decision to change the rules because of pressure from the White House will destroy all trust in football’s governing body.
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Community refugee sponsorship: how the Home Office can get its new safe-and-legal route right
Britain has some limited experience with community sponsorship.
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Climate law expert: Europe’s deadly heatwaves belong in court
The science behind Europe’s extreme heat is clear. The response isn’t.