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Pollution deaths tallied
A new report says fossil fuels account for 5 million extra air pollution deaths per year.
Reforms spook colleges
Vocational colleges say hundreds of institutions teaching foreign students may face closure due to ...
Tech suggested for deep dives
Local archaeologists say cutting-edge techniques are needed to prove bold new claims about human history.
Young effects checked
Researchers have measured levels of depression and anxiety for young people during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID spending counted
Almost $14 billion was spent on Australia's health system response to COVID-19 up until mid-2022, according to a report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.
PC calls for free care
The Productivity Commission has called for free early education for low-income families.
Big split in school money
New figures show a widening funding gap in Australia's education system, with an $800 million overfunding in private schools compared to a $4.5 billion shortfall for public schools.
Cyber tech growing
Australia’s critical infrastructure - including ports, energy grids and water supplies - reported 143 cyber attacks over the past year ...
Hot heading detailed
“Humanity is breaking all the wrong records when it comes to climate change,” says the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) ...
Reference gap closing
Male scientists are more likely to be referenced in papers, but women are catching up.
UQ tops local ranking
The University of Queensland has taken the top position in new local uni rankings.
Rushed restrictions for newly freed
The Federal Government is imposing “draconian” measures on recently-released foreigners.