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Is Netflix phasing out piracy?

Kieran Balmaceda examines the fierce competition between online streaming services and piracy in Australia.

The Inside Scoop: television

In the third episode of this podcast series, Philippe Perez talks to people working within the medium of television.

Don’t sugarcoat stress

Sugar can help to ease our nerves when we’re stressed but the long-term health effects could be damaging, writes Nick Harrison.

Fashion ads that shouldn’t be banned

There’s a fine line between fashion and censorship. Are policies being pushed too far or are some ads really too risqué to reveal? asks Tijan Biner.

A plane good pastime

Plane spotters regularly gather at Melbourne Airport to gaze overhead. It’s an activity with a broader appeal than you may expect, writes Erin Leeder.

On your mark, jet set, go!

As the university year drags on, many students may feel wanderlust start to sneak in. Stephanie Atkins looks at some more budget-friendly travel options.

Love at first swipe

An increasing number of people are finding love on Tinder but chances are they will be too embarrassed to tell you, writes Joely Mitchell.

Addressing obesity through advertising

As Australia’s obesity levels soar at an alarming rate, Johanna Brasier examines how campaigns like LiveLighter are changing the way we tackle the epidemic.

Emerging journalists blogroll

Please help us welcome a new cohort of emerging journalists to the blogosphere. Here’s the first pick of the produce from La Trobe Journalism’s first year students.

Tiger loyalty unabated by microwaves

Despite having lost a few memberships to microwaves over the years, Richmond supporters remain amongst the most loyal in the AFL, writes Matt Goss.

What the Netflix Tax means for you

Ethan Miller examines the changes to GST outlined in the 2015 federal budget and what they could mean for Australian consumers.

Smartphone owners are one step ahead

Smartphones are often blamed for impacting teenagers’ social relationships but perhaps we should be concerned about those without one, writes Tijan Biner.

Should the pill be free in Australia?

Ewa Staszewska examines how the availability and cost of the contraceptive pill is affecting the number of unwanted pregnancies in Australia.

Renewing the republic debate

Tam Kendi examines conflicting opinions about the nation becoming a republic and asks if the British Monarchy is still relevant to Australian society.

Melbourne WebFest reveals 2015 nominees

With more entries than ever before, Melbourne WebFest has announced a diverse array of web series nominees for this year’s program, writes Ewa Staszewska.

Increased consequences for road safety

Double demerit point periods are in place in some Australian states over long weekends. Joely Mitchell examines whether it helps to reduce the road toll.

The Inside Scoop: radio

In the second episode of this podcast series, Philippe Perez speaks with emerging journalists who are pursuing a career in radio.