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Under the Influence: Australia’s Drug Scene and the Case for Change
April 15, 2026

Figure 1 - Australia’s relationship with drugs   Introduction Australia has had a long and continuous battle with drugs. Yet, the industry is currently escalating to globally unparalleled levels, with…

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From Washington to the World: The MAGAfication of Global Democracies
March 27, 2026

Figure 1 - Donald Trump’s MAGA movement has spread worldwide    Introduction Throughout the last decade, it is undeniable that far-right policies have been on the rise. From the US…

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From Dollars to Yuan: Beijing Rewires Iron Ore Market
October 20, 2025

In Q4 2025, a landmark agreement between Australian mining giant BHP and China is set to take effect. The deal, which mandates that the settlement of a material 30% of…

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What’s With All the New Car Brands on the Road?
September 16, 2025

Introduction The IAA or International Mobility Show Germany, formerly known as the International Motor Show Germany, held in Munich this year is normally a tour de force for the powerhouse…

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Beyond the Dragon: Australia’s China Trade Dilemma
August 30, 2025

Many economists argue that Australia’s trade relations with China are both its greatest strength and most glaring weakness. Born out of slow beginnings and later cemented as China grew into…

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Data Centres: Is Australia Set to Power the Digital Economy?
October 16, 2024

Australia’s data centre industry is rapidly growing, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology. To illustrate this surge, generative AI tools like ChatGPT accumulated 6 million subscribers in just…

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Future Made In Australia: New Competition or Old Instincts?
May 9, 2024

Over many decades, the global economic order has been defined by a lowering of barriers to trade and investment, helping usher developed and emerging economies alike into a wave of…

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Watts the Buzz? Australia’s Growing EV Market
September 22, 2023

As Australia grapples with the challenges of creating a climate-neutral economy by 2050, there has been increasing interest in how Australia can reduce its environmental footprint. At the forefront of…

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The War on Airbnb
September 6, 2023

Byron Bay, where 17.6% of the housing stock is listed on Airbnb (Image Source: Kayak) When Airbnb first arrived in Australia in 2012, the nation was experiencing a housing construction…

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A race to the bottom? The economic case for hosting F1
August 28, 2023

(Image source: Autoweek) The recent announcement by the Victorian Government on its withdrawal from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, less than three years out from the scheduled start, once again…

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Government and Consulting: A Reliance Open To Abuse
May 22, 2023

Recent scandals are a culmination of the dubious relationship between government and consultants. Join Miles, Hirushi and Andrew as they explore consulting's history, recent scandals and the path forward.

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Australia’s Green Future: Navigating the Path to Decarbonisation
May 13, 2023

As countries around the world recognise the threat of climate change and greenhouse gasses, there has been a concerted shift towards net zero emissions and decarbonisation. This involves the process…

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The impact of COVID-19 on Australian universities
October 23, 2021

With Australia opening up to the world once more, join Yasindu, Julia and Vickram as they explore the impact that COVID-19 has had upon Australia's tertiary education sector.

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