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Voluntary assisted dying is finally being considered in the ACT. How would it differ from state laws?

The first Australian Capital Territory voluntary assisted dying bill in more than 25 years was tabled in parliament yesterday.

The Conversation · Nov 1, 2023

We must assess 'cumulative impacts' to protect nature from death by a thousand cuts

Australia’s national environment protection law ignores the big picture. Like a racehorse wearing blinkers, decision-makers focus on a single project in isolation. If they dropped the blinkers and considered the combined effects of multiple projects, they might shy away from allowing so many harmful impacts.

The Conversation · Oct 29, 2023

Bringing a shark to a knife fight: 7,000-year-old shark-tooth knives discovered in Indonesia

Excavations on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi have uncovered two unique and deadly artefacts dating back some 7,000 years – tiger shark teeth that were used as blades.

The Conversation · Oct 26, 2023

'I’m not going to be cured'. How breast cancer awareness and support sidelines people with metastatic disease

There have been incredible advances in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment in recent years. And stories about celebrities who have “beaten” breast cancer continue to be a source of inspiration for many people.

The Conversation · Oct 17, 2023

Fly season: what to know about Australia's most common flies and how to keep them away

As the days grow longer and temperatures climb, we’re greeted by a familiar chorus of buzzing. It’s fly season again.

The Conversation · Oct 16, 2023

Our research shows the number of history academics in Australia has dropped by at least 31% since 1989

The Australian Catholic University has recently announced it will abolish academic positions in history as part of broader cuts in the humanities. Staff are understandably shocked and dismayed by the news.

The Conversation · Oct 11, 2023

‘Phantom decoys’ manipulate human shoppers – but bees may be immune to their charms

Have you ever waited in a long queue only to find the ice cream flavour you wanted is gone? What did you choose instead?

The Conversation · Oct 10, 2023

There's a hidden source of excess nutrients suffocating the Great Barrier Reef. We found it

The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s most important environmental and economic assets. It is estimated to contribute A$56 billion per year and supports about 64,000 full-time jobs, according to the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. However, the reef is under increasing pressure.

The Conversation · Oct 8, 2023

Why the government's plan to overhaul the asylum system is a smart use of resources – and might just work

Immigration Minister Andrew Giles today announced significant changes aimed at restoring the integrity of Australia’s refugee protection system.

The Conversation · Oct 5, 2023

Suicide rates increased after extreme drought in the Murray-Darling Basin – we have to do better as climate change intensifies

The impact on mental health of weather extremes such as drought is a growing concern due to climate change.

The Conversation · Oct 5, 2023