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Explainer: Australia’s military-industrial... Explainer: Australia’s military-industrial complex

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Sport vs arts: Who wins the funding game? Sport vs arts: Who wins the funding game?

3 November 2021
Looking the part: Interrogating broadcast... Looking the part: Interrogating broadcast beauty standards

2 November 2021
Two days to plan women's safety? Two days to plan women's safety?

5 November 2021

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Last-minute legislation changes for voters with COVID-19

Written by: Mai-Anh Dao

Those in isolation can vote on their phones.

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Melbourne’s 2023 budget aims to increase jobs

Written by: Sunehra Ahmed

Workers are encouraged to work in the CBD.

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Disney strikes broadcast deal with XFL

Written by: Mitchell DeLorenzo

The games will broadcast more widely.

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Orlando Magic win NBA draft lottery

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Orlando will have the first draft pick

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politics & society

Written by: Sunehra Ahmed

Politicians are now engaging with voters on TikTok.

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Politicians seek social media..Politicians seek social media “authenticity”
Written by: Georgia Tacey

First time voters share their thoughts ahead of the election.

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Young voters are seeking changeYoung voters are seeking change
Written by: Ben Hann

Is hydrogen the future for steelmaking?

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Green steel and the transition from metallurgical..Green steel and the transition from metallurgical coal
Written by: Sunehra Ahmed

Alpha Male podcasts are facing backlash.

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How Alpha males have asserted their online..How Alpha males have asserted their online presence through podcasts
Written by: Savannah Pocock

Will this result in Russophobia?

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Debates emerge as universities cut Russian tiesDebates emerge as universities cut Russian ties
Written by: Savannah Pocock

Autistic traits are often mistaken for psychotic disorders.

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Why is autism underdiagnosed in women?Why is autism underdiagnosed in women?
Written by: Sofia Jayne

The minimum sentencing age is the "legacy of an antiquated..

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Explainer: Minimum sentencing age and Indigenous..Explainer: Minimum sentencing age and Indigenous youth
Written by: Clareese Packer

A lot more needs to be done, experts say.

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Are schools safe for LGBTQIA+ students?Are schools safe for LGBTQIA+ students?
Written by: Drishtee Lokee

What will the latest women's safety plan achieve?

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Two days to plan women’s safety?Two days to plan women’s safety?
Written by: Pam Kiriakidis

Streamers protest behind #ADayOffTwitch.

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The online battle ground of streaming on TwitchThe online battle ground of streaming on Twitch

culture & lifestyle

Written by: Georgia Tacey

Hamilton looks into the changing music industry

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Annie Hamilton: Breaking through and going soloAnnie Hamilton: Breaking through and going solo
Written by: Georgia Tacey

The new online community engaging readers.

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The creative world of BookTokThe creative world of BookTok
Written by: Chloe Jaenicke

Is watching horror from a young age positive?

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What are the impacts of horror content?What are the impacts of horror content?
Written by: Grace Tan

Over 355,000 students have entered Australia.

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International student life since re-openingInternational student life since re-opening
Written by: Chloe Jaenicke

The less talked-about issue with NFTs

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Art theft in the NFT worldArt theft in the NFT world
Written by: Paris Mahar

The Australian Ballet School student has come a long way.

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“I cannot wait to chase that feeling..“I cannot wait to chase that feeling again”
Written by: Jordan McCarthy

A dark chapter in Australian history.

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The Batavia: Mutiny, murder and mayhem on Aussie..The Batavia: Mutiny, murder and mayhem on Aussie shores
Written by: Gemma Scerri

Cryptocurrency trading is on the rise despite being a risky..

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Explainer: Decrypting cryptocurrencyExplainer: Decrypting cryptocurrency
Written by: Chloe Jaenicke

Your favourite events are almost here.

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Fan conventions return to MelbourneFan conventions return to Melbourne
Written by: Pam Kiriakidis

Higher planes explored through raves.

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Raves: Searching for spiritualityRaves: Searching for spirituality

sport

Written by: Thomas Dev

Why do so many sports fans get carried away?

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The psychology of a sports fanThe psychology of a sports fan
Written by: Mitchell DeLorenzo

Team image is often tied to its star players.

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The pressure of being the face of the franchiseThe pressure of being the face of the franchise
Written by: Ben Hann

The players have a gruelling year ahead.

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Second AFLW season to test player enduranceSecond AFLW season to test player endurance
Written by: Thomas Dev

After 10 years away, Davidson defied the odds to win Gold

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Heath Davidson: 10 year layoff to goldHeath Davidson: 10 year layoff to gold
Written by: Ben Hann

Concerns over this season’s validity.

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AFL contingency plan creates double-edged sword..AFL contingency plan creates double-edged sword for VFL
Written by: Max Davies

Motor sports are a testing ground for EV technology

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Electric vehicles: How motorsport keeps the..Electric vehicles: How motorsport keeps the industry moving
Written by: Riley Alexander

From sports-mad kid to icon of the women's game.

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‘No better feeling than winning’‘No better feeling than winning’
Written by: Jackson Mansell

It's time for crowds and community once again.

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Local footy: Missing Australia’s..Local footy: Missing Australia’s ‘heartbeat’
Written by: Riley Alexander

Will lost matches impact their chances?

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Victorian players’ uphill draft battleVictorian players’ uphill draft battle
Written by: Phoebe Doyle

Are sports prioritised over Australian arts?

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Sport vs arts: Who wins the funding game?Sport vs arts: Who wins the funding game?

media

Written by: Brittany Carlson

Who gets to present our news?

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Looking the part: Interrogating broadcast beauty..Looking the part: Interrogating broadcast beauty standards
Written by: Hanne Grant

Social media is treacherous territory for sex workers.

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Deleted: Continued deplatforming of sex workersDeleted: Continued deplatforming of sex workers
Written by: Jordan Janssen

Gaming addiction is a prevalent issue in China.

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China v Aus: Confronting online gaming addictionChina v Aus: Confronting online gaming addiction
Written by: Jordan McCarthy

Australia's shark attack mania.

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Shark attacks: On the rise or media frenzy?Shark attacks: On the rise or media frenzy?
Written by: Brittany Carlson

Our law favours reputation over speech.

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Explainer: Australian Journalism and the cost of..Explainer: Australian Journalism and the cost of defamation
Written by: Jordan McCarthy

The ACB currently doesn't classify podcasts.

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Should true crime podcasts be classified?Should true crime podcasts be classified?
Written by: Ashton Tresidder

Is media pressure on head coaches fair?

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The media pressures of AFL coachingThe media pressures of AFL coaching
Written by: Laura Misale

The code does not address power imbalances.

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New bargaining code, same old storyNew bargaining code, same old story
Written by: Peter White

Social media is an essential tool to access news

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News and the importance of social mediaNews and the importance of social media
Written by: Emily Patterson

Jacqui Felgate has starred as a boundary reporter for the..

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Jacqui Felgate: A female face of footballJacqui Felgate: A female face of football

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Last-minute legislation changes for voters with COVID-19

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Politicians seek social media “authenticity”

Politicians are now engaging with voters on TikTok.

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Young voters are seeking change

First time voters share their thoughts ahead of the election.

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Melbourne’s 2023 budget aims to increase jobs

Workers are encouraged to work in the CBD.

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