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Complaints made against Libra’s menstruation ad dismissed

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Watchdog rejected assertions saying the ad vilified women.

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Delivery driver sacked for allegedly being late.

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Essendon set to announce coaching succession plan

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John Worsfold to coach final season in 2020.

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Bupa apologizes for aged care failures

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Bupa has promised to do better.

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Anti-doping protests aren’t straightforward

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Walking the protest tightropeWalking the protest tightrope
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Are we being silently influenced?

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The election results we didn't expect.

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Australians still believe in the National PartyAustralians still believe in the National Party
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Find out what the policies of the Liberal, Labor and Greens..

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Part two: climate changePart two: climate change
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Part 3: How do we choose a winner?

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Common misconceptions: Choosing a winnerCommon misconceptions: Choosing a winner
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Part 2: Why must we vote?

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Common misconceptions: Australian and US votingCommon misconceptions: Australian and US voting
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Are Australian politicians capitalising on social media?

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Where’s our Aussie political social media guru?Where’s our Aussie political social media guru?
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Major party policy guide

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Part One: Economy, social welfare and employmentPart One: Economy, social welfare and employment
Written by: Hannah Matchett

Part 1: Who chooses your country’s leader?

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Common misconceptions: Parties vs presidents.Common misconceptions: Parties vs presidents.
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It’s vital to democracy

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Why should you care about voting?Why should you care about voting?

culture & lifestyle

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Can an online presence help grow your brand?

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The holistic approach to online marketingThe holistic approach to online marketing
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A new interactive way to teach.

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Virtual Reality: More than a gaming gadgetVirtual Reality: More than a gaming gadget
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Australia in a podcasting boom.

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La Trobe academics sailed with the ADF.

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The new tactics being employed to eradicate these pests.

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Government pledges $18 mil to battle fire antsGovernment pledges $18 mil to battle fire ants
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How common is the use of antidepressants in society?

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Antidepressants work for many, but at what cost?Antidepressants work for many, but at what cost?
Written by: Hannah Matchett

What do our lecturers actually do?

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The “secret” life of an academicThe “secret” life of an academic
Written by: Laura Brooker

Plastic bags are just one part of plastic pollution.

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Banning plastic bags – a progress reportBanning plastic bags – a progress report
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How big is Lego in Australia?

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Lego Masters highlights Aussie LEGO communityLego Masters highlights Aussie LEGO community

sport

Written by: Caitlin Pilatti

Tara provides an insight into the world of opportunities.

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Tara Bonello: AFLW team managerTara Bonello: AFLW team manager
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Australia select potentially best squad ever.

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Boomers shooting for World Cup goldBoomers shooting for World Cup gold
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Geelong's newest draftee has big shoes to fill.

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I am Oscar Brownless, not BillyI am Oscar Brownless, not Billy
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Basketball star Kyle Adnam is back playing where he grew up

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Kyle Adnam: Rise like a phoenixKyle Adnam: Rise like a phoenix
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Bines unexpected change of career.

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Patrick Bines: From basketballer to AFL playerPatrick Bines: From basketballer to AFL player
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Jamaican shooter leading the front in Australian netball.

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Shimona Nelson: Fake it ‘til you make itShimona Nelson: Fake it ‘til you make it
Written by: Julia Montesano

From a hospital bed to a premiership, with a prosthetic leg.

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Luca Luvera: Defying the oddsLuca Luvera: Defying the odds
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Commentator Andy Maher's advice for future broadcasters.

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Andy Maher: “a little bit different”Andy Maher: “a little bit different”
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AFLW players on the professionalisation of their sport

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AFLW players and professionalisationAFLW players and professionalisation
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Lachie Wales had a long wait for his A-League debut.

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Wales endures wavy ride to get to Melbourne CityWales endures wavy ride to get to Melbourne City

media

Written by: Hannah Matchett

Scott shares insight into three diverse careers

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Elfy Scott: Writer, model, journalistElfy Scott: Writer, model, journalist
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A glimpse inside The Age's newsroom.

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Michelle Griffin: The ethical duty of journalismMichelle Griffin: The ethical duty of journalism
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Enker explains the difficulties of being a freelancer.

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Debi Enker’s remarkable journalism journeyDebi Enker’s remarkable journalism journey
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Gender parity in the Australian film and TV industry.

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Directing change in the Australian film industryDirecting change in the Australian film industry
Written by: Allanah Sciberras

Media experts question the lack of diversity in news

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Tackling cultural bias in Australian newsTackling cultural bias in Australian news
Written by: Allanah Sciberras

Can truth-seeking compromise ethics?

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When is investigative journalism unethical?When is investigative journalism unethical?
Written by: Hannah Matchett

Journalists shed light on freelancing in today's media..

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The future of freelance journalismThe future of freelance journalism
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Sean Evans’ YouTube show, Hot Ones, spices up the..

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Two footballers discuss their similar careers.

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Fiery conflict in interview shows importance of a..

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