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Powerhouse Parramatta: a museum of science, design and technology supercharged by spectacular art
The new museum opens with dazzling architecture and enticing exhibitions that intertwine the permanent collection with major international loans and art commissions
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Holocaust education will soon become compulsory in schools. Our research shows how it can be done well
We interviewed 22 educators, scholars and museum professionals who teach the Holocaust in Australia to find out what works β and what requires more guidance.
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When Tari was 16, a dictator became her neighbour. Then her parents were imprisoned
Tari Longβs memoir, My Neighbour, The Dictator, remembers a chaotic adolescence in the shadow of Indonesiaβs 1965 military coup β and surviving her parentsβ absence.
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Opera Australiaβs La BohΓ¨me captures the romance of bohemian Paris with a fresh twist
This new production is a bold, vibrant and vivacious take on an old opera favourite.
Read full article βThe Snoop: Ben Carrollβs disappearing act, top brass slashed in youth media culling, and more
Plus: The infidelity hotline that might have won Texas for the Democrats. The post The Snoop: Ben Carrollβs disappearing act, top brass slashed in youth…
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What is pubic hair actually for? And does it matter if you remove it?
Developing pubic hair is tied to sexual maturity β and so are some of the theories about why weβve retained it.
Read full article βWhat βsocial licenceβ? Laborβs fence-sitting on data centres will only add to its woes
The Albanese government views data centres as a "social licence" issue. That's a fundamental misreading of an industry increasingly despised by angry voters. The post…
Read full article ββMy MP is mostly uselessβ: Crikey readers get frank on Victorian election
The Victorian state election is just weeks away. Crikey asked our undecided readers in key seats about the issues that will win over their vote.…
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Did Australiaβs cricket leaders sandpaper over the truth? New ball tampering revelations suggest so
One of sportβs greatest cheating scandals has erupted again. It may have far-reaching ramifications for Cricket Australia and several players.
Read full article βThe Coalition blames Labor for inflation worse than the EU, the US and the UK β is that fair?
Comparing apples with apples is an unappealing business when there are political points to be scored. The post The Coalition blames Labor for inflation worse…
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NZ has unique stories of evolution and geology. Is it time for a natural history museum?
Globally significant collections of fossils, plants and rocks are held at separate institutions. Combined, they could support a dedicated natural history museum.
Read full article βThis Victorian election, the Liberalsβ preference deal is the only one that matters
A Victorian election poll this morning has Labor not only behind One Nation, but also only one point ahead of the Greens. It raises the…
Read full article βAs warning signs flash for the right-wing outrage machine, independent media is on the rise
Audiences are turning away from Fox News, with Lachlan Murdoch blaming βviewer fatigueβ. Is the future of news smaller, more local and not-for-profit? The post…
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Your say: week beginning November 9
On the meaning of fairness for pensioners, and whether there is a kinder way to manage invasive species. Hereβs an edited selection of your views.
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Poor polls continue for both federal and Victorian Labor
Labor in Victoria continues to slide with less than three weeks until the state election.
Read full article βMore bad polling for Labor as voters lose trust in Albanese
The Albanese government is continuing to be punished over the cost of living and its management of the economy. Meanwhile, the PM and defence minister…
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Why Jared Diamondβs leadership book on prophets, coaches and kings is flawed but fun
Like Guns, Germs and Steel, this book is ambitious, provocative and imperfect. Itβs also difficult to put down.
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2.6 Seconds: new documentary explores the history, grief and looming questions of Kumanjayi Walkerβs death
The 2019 shooting of the young Aboriginal man wasnβt an isolated event. A new documentary offers a confronting examination of the bigger picture.
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Does Australia need more national exams for school students?
A report has recommended a feasibility study into additional national exams for Year 6, 10 and 12 students.
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