Opinion

hands wearing latex gloves use shears to prune a marijuana bud

Cannabis growers in the capital report many obstacles, from purchasing seeds to the lack of information on growing conditions.

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Marine heatwaves aren’t just on the surface. They can be at their most destructive when they sweep along the seafloor.

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Early in the pandemic, when there was much less traffic on the roads, people took to their bikes. But since then, fewer people are cycling, with rates now lower than in 2011.

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Psychiatrists rely on guidelines to prescribe medication for bipolar disorders. But beyond side-effects and clinical trials, ‘real-world’ effectiveness should be considered thoughtfully.

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Introduced species and diseases can drive native species into smaller environmental niches – and that could mean change to how we work to conserve them.

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The “yes” and “no” cases have outlined their arguments to be sent out to Australian voters. Here, legal experts examine the claims by both sides to see if they stack up.

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The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has released a statement on the responsibilities of governments to reduce harm from climate change. Here’s what’s in it for Australia.

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The latest Intergenerational Report shows Australia less old than it was going to be, but poorer. And eventually needing to pay more tax.

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Heat is the silent killer of thousands each year and is only going to get worse.

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It’s not always “worth it for the 'gram”. People risk life, limb, and the environment for a selfie – and land managers can’t keep up.

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