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Are the Olympic Games still relevant?

As the world descends on Paris for the biggest show in sport, the question must be asked if the Olympic Games still hold the same

How schools are failing neurodivergent students

Neurodivergent children — those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia or other difference in brain functioning — face myriad issues at schools ill-equipped to help them.

What’s it like growing up and parenting in a digital world?

There’s a lot of fearmongering around children and their interactions with digital technology, but the truth is more nuanced.

Understand your energy bills — and avoid ‘bill shock’

With many Australians experiencing ‘power bill shock’, here are some practical ways to drive down power bills and stay warm this winter.

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How is digital technology affecting our kids’ sleep?

What we do and don’t know about how digital technology is affecting our kids’ sleep and what we can do about it.

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Baby apps are everywhere — but their use can carry hidden dangers

Baby apps can boost your confidence — but research shows the potential pitfalls include feeling judged, and coming to rely on app data as a measure of success.

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Encouraging cycling could involve ditching helmets

With proper planning, laws and initiatives, urban commuters can be persuaded to switch from four wheels to two.

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What India needs to do for a sustainable transport sector

India faces a massive challenge to steer its transport sector toward being carbon neutral by 2050. Here’s what can be done.

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Walking our way towards more sustainable cities

By making walkability a central component of how we design our cities, we can create vibrant, inclusive and environmentally sustainable urban landscapes.

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EVs alone won’t save Australia from climate emergency

Zero-emissions vehicles would need to hit 73 percent of new light vehicle sales by 2030 to keep transport emissions aligned to limiting warming to 1.5 degrees.

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Warning: Your smartphone may be messing with your mind

The earlier they got a smartphone in childhood, the more likely people are to have mental health issues as young adults.

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Four ways to make AI work for sustainability

There are high expectations that AI can help solve complex issues around sustainability and climate but we must beware the pitfalls.

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Stress, depression and worse: The dangers of too much screen time

As smartphones proliferate and young people spend more time online, their excessive use is creating a growing number of addicts

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Bringing bitcoin to the masses but buyer beware

The world of crypto-currency is becoming safer and more secure, but there are still risks as the market becomes more accessible for retail investors.

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Are the Olympic Games still relevant?

How schools are failing neurodivergent students

What’s it like growing up and parenting in a digital world?

Understand your energy bills — and avoid ‘bill shock’

How is digital technology affecting our kids’ sleep?

Baby apps are everywhere — but their use can carry hidden dangers

Encouraging cycling could involve ditching helmets

What India needs to do for a sustainable transport sector

Walking our way towards more sustainable cities

EVs alone won’t save Australia from climate emergency

Warning: Your smartphone may be messing with your mind

Four ways to make AI work for sustainability

Stress, depression and worse: The dangers of too much screen time

Bringing bitcoin to the masses but buyer beware

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