
Colonisation cleared 95% of these woodlands – Indigenous cultural burning is bringing it back
For millennia, First Nations people have shaped Australian ecosystems through the purposeful and skilful use of fire. This cultural burning is an important way for Aboriginal people to connect to and care for Country....

Last week, the Queensland government launched the ambitious Destination 2045 tourism plan, which aims to make the state a global leader in tourism. The plan highlights that one in six jobs in tropical north Queensland are...

Dopamine can make it hard to put down our phone or abandon the online shopping cart. Here’s why
Ever find yourself unable to stop scrolling through your phone, chasing that next funny video or interesting post? Or maybe youve felt a rush of excitement when you achieve a goal, eat a delicious meal, or fill your online...

The Middle East is a major flight hub. How do airlines keep passengers safe during conflict?
The Middle East is a region of intense beauty and ancient kingdoms. It has also repeatedly endured periods of geopolitical instability over many centuries. Today, geopolitical, socio-political and religious tensions...

Australians in the bush want tougher penalties on crime. Here’s why – and what’s needed now
New research has found that while Australians generally support strong punishments, people living in the bush are significantly more likely than city dwellers to want to punish more harshly those who break the law. It...

Judy Davis gives a singularly vivid performance in The Spare Room – but the play falls short
In The Spare Room, Judy Davis lights up the stage with a singularly vivid performance. Adapted by Eamon Flack from Helen Garners 2008 novel of the same name, Davis plays sharp-tongued Helen (or Hel) to the irrational...

In view of Trump’s review of AUKUS, should Australia cancel the subs deal? We asked 5 experts
Speculation is swirling around the future of the A$368 billion AUKUS agreement, following Washingtons decision to review the nuclear submarine deal to ensure it meets President Donald Trumps America first agenda. Prime...