Many feel governments aren’t holding up their end of the deal, corroding support for democracy, … By Mario Peucker We hear a lot today about the pile-up of overlapping problems like climate change, war, financial stress, and inequality. Together they make people feel increasingly uncertain, anxious and pessimistic about the future. Meanwhile, voters’ trust in…
The question is not whether migration is “good” or “bad” — it’s how it’s managed,… By Alan Gamlen Migration is one of the defining forces of the 21st century. It changes economies, societies, families and individual lives. Yet public debate often reduces it to a deceptively simple question, one which drives division and anger:…
Australians were less engaged in their communities, lonelier, unhappier and less satisfied with life, even before the present turmoil. But there is cause for hope, By James O’Donnell Look around the world and you would think the world is burning and Australian society is burning with it. Wars and conflict in the Middle East, Ukraine,…
To understand the surge of the far-right, it helps to look at nationalism, authoritarianism and populism & how much they already exist in Australia, … By Ibolya Losoncz The reasons for the rise of far-right politics are often cited as financial stress, housing shortages, and frustration with government. Yet this doesn’t explain why disillusioned voters…
News sources are increasingly fragmented — yet the gatekeepers are more concentrated. This presents a growing problem for democracies, By Daniel Angus Australia’s information environment is increasingly fragmented, more personalised and less trusted. Yet control over the systems that distribute information is increasingly concentrated in the hands of a small number of global technology companies….
COVID, global warming, conspiracy theorists, natural disasters, financial collapses — and a sham social media ban. It’s no wonder young Australians are glum,… By Professor Axel Bruns Why are we so angry? The easy, lazy, and entirely wrong explanation is that our technologies are to blame: the Internet, smartphones, social media, artificial intelligence, and so…
An error on a food label may not begin when the label is printed. A Short Conversation with Dr. Yakindra (Who is he ? Check here) Our Student Journalists from the University of Melbourne recently had a short conversation with Dr. Yakindra Prasad Timilsena, a food research scientist and expert in food science and safety….
Dr Yakindra Prasad Timilsena is a food research scientist with a PhD in Food Science from RMIT University, Australia. He also holds a Master’s degree in Food and Bioprocess Engineering from the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand, and a Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. With more than 20 years of experience…
: Amrit Sharma- Opal Tax & Accounting Driving for rideshare in Australia isn’t just a side hustle ; it’s considered running a small business. That means the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requires drivers to register, report, and pay taxes. If you don’t, you risk unexpected tax bills, penalties, and ATO audits. The good news? With…
The role of the new generation in building socialism is extremely important. The youth possess innovative ideas, energy, and the ability to utilise technology to eliminate social injustice, discrimination, and exploitation. By embracing the values of equality, justice, and inclusive, they can bring positive change to society. An educated, aware, and progressive…
Kathmandu, Nepal – Autism, a complex Neuro developmental condition, affects communication, behaviour and social interaction. While awareness of autism is growing globally, much remains to be done in developing countries like Nepal. One individual who has taken remarkable strides in this field is Sabita Upreti, a prominent social activist and founder of the Special School…
Role of Mortgagee broker in your home-buying journey Under the new rules now in effect in Australia (from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2027), foreign investors, temporary residents, and foreign-owned companies are generally prohibited from purchasing pre-built homes. However, they are still legally allowed to purchase property “Off the Plan”, provided they pay the…
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