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Business, Law and Politics 13 min read

A class action against Optus could easily be Australia's biggest - here's what is involved

by Mirella Atherton and Eliezer Sanchez-Lasaballett

With the Optus data breach exposing almost 10 million current and former customers to identity theft, law firms are circling for what could end up being the biggest – and most valuable – class action case in Australian legal history.

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Australia's preparation for the next disaster

Health and Wellbeing 13 min read

Australia's preparation for the next disaster

by Mark Maund, Kim Maund and Thayaparan Gajendran

Nearly 6 months on, flood victims are still waiting to be housed. This is what Australia must do to be ready for the next disaster.

Gaza's humanitarian crisis

Business, Law and Politics 4 min read

Gaza's humanitarian crisis

by Amy Maguire

Amid death and destruction, the latest conflict in Gaza highlights the depths of its humanitarian crisis

Kids' well-being needs better support

Arts, Culture and Society 13 min read

Kids' well-being needs better support

by Jess Harris

After years of COVID, fires and floods, kids' well-being now depends on better support

Saving money on your groceries

Health and Wellbeing 13 min read

Saving money on your groceries

by Clare Collins and Megan Whatnall

How to save $50 off your food bill and still eat tasty, nutritious meals

Eliminating cashless debit cards

Arts, Culture and Society 14 min read

Eliminating cashless debit cards

by Mirella Atherton and Amy Maguire

Eliminating cashless debit cards is great, but be careful about what comes next

Mosquito mates: how clothing has stopped mozzies and started a movement

Student Life 9 min read

Mosquito mates: how clothing has stopped mozzies and started a movement

by Tim Connell

Student start-up Borne Clothing has developed a mosquito-repelling clothing line that is contributing to the fight against malaria.

Projects to real world: The proof and possibilities of commercialised research

Science and Technology 10 min read

Projects to real world: The proof and possibilities of commercialised research

by Shahni Wellington

From leading sustainability technology, to treating cancer, and revolutionising education – the University of Newcastle is changing the game.

Net-zero, carbon-neutral, carbon-negative

Business, Law and Politics 5 min read

Net-zero, carbon-neutral, carbon-negative

by Dr Jessica Allen

Confused by all the carbon jargon? Then read this...

Why the competitive spirit takes over in auctions — and how you can stay in control

Arts, Culture and Society 4 min read

Why the competitive spirit takes over in auctions — and how you can stay in control

by Murray Bennet

Australian property prices are soaring in a wildly competitive auction market. Here's what you need to know to stay in control.

The next big thing in energy that’s already here – Hydrogen

Science and Technology 6 min read

The next big thing in energy that’s already here – Hydrogen

by Sheena Martin

Greenest ride? Why this hydrogen fuel produced from thin air and sunshine is sure to rev you up.

A raw deal for young workers

Arts, Culture and Society 8 min read

A raw deal for young workers

by Gemma Wolk

Wage theft, harassment, immediate dismissal. A stark look at the challenges facing hospitality workers.